National security systems
Systems used for intelligence, defense, or national-security functions.
Definitions (2)
Information systems and AI capabilities used primarily for national security, intelligence, defense, or related classified purposes, which the Order treats as distinct from civilian deployments and subject to separate evaluation, handling, and security considerations.
Systems as defined under U.S. law that support national defense, intelligence, and related national security functions, including hardware, software, and networks used for classified or sensitive operations; subject to NSS-specific policies, protections, and the AI Framework.
Related Terms
National Security Systems (NSS)
Systems used for national defense, intelligence, or classified functions....
Federal artificial intelligence system
AI system used in connection with a Federal information system....
Covered agencies
IC and agencies using AI within NSS contexts....
AI system or service
Software or solution using algorithmic/statistical processes for decision support....
Safety-impacting AI
AI applications that could create or exacerbate physical or safety risks....