Who provides overall policy guidance for the Defense Industrial Security Program?

The Deputy Undersecretary of Defense for Policy is responsible for providing overall policy guidance for the Defense Industrial Security Program. This position oversees the security policies related to defense contractors and ensures that sensitive information and assets are protected in accordance with national security imperatives. The Deputy Undersecretary's role includes developing and implementing policies that govern the security protocols for entities that are part of the defense supply chain, thereby ensuring an aligned security posture with the broader objectives of the Department of Defense.

In the context of the other roles mentioned, while organizations like the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Defense Intelligence Agency play significant roles in national security and intelligence, they do not specifically provide policy guidance for the Defense Industrial Security Program. The Assistant Chief of Staff in Intelligence's focus is also more on intelligence operations rather than the specific security policies related to defense industrial matters. Thus, the Deputy Undersecretary’s position uniquely qualifies them to guide policy in this specific area of defense security.