Technical Security and Safeguards (TSS)
Investment ID: 014-000000513
Overview
Program Title
Technical Security and Safeguards (TSS)
Agency
Description
The Technical Security and Safeguards program enables the Department of State and members of the Foreign Affairs community to meet their independent government laboratory and inspection obligations related to their procurement and deployment of highly sensitive Information and Communication Technology (ICT) systems and communications equipment.
Type of Program
Standard IT Investments
Multi-Agency Category
Not Applicable
Investment Detail
Because this program provides benefits that are qualitative in nature, rather than quantitative, ROI is not calculated. While there are goals, objectives, and performance metrics captured for this program, no financial ROI is attached to these goals, objectives, and performance measurements. Metrics are calculated and managed on an on-going basis, vetted at multiple levels of IRM management, and they are used to determine the organization's return on investment. Qualitative benefits include: a. Financial benefits Identified less expensive quality equipment to meet the Department's needs (COTS in lieu of TEMPEST) b. Financial benefits Identified non-compliant equipment the Department didn't spend money on something that didn't meet requirements. c. Non-financial benefits Compliance with requirements (e.g. Technical Security and FAR).