What is the Regional Security Office (RSO) and its job?

• A. Defense Attache Office
• B. Office of Legal Affairs
• C. Public Affairs Office
• D. Regional Security Office

Answer: (D)

The Regional Security Office is the security backbone of the embassy, tallying all duties that protect people, facilities, and information. Its job centers on coordinating physical security measures, access control, and protective programs; conducting threat assessments and risk analyses; and managing emergency planning and response, including evacuations when needed. The RSO also oversees security training for staff, handles security investigations, and liaises with host-nation law enforcement and the Diplomatic Security Service to implement and sustain protective policies.

Other offices have different focus areas: the Defense Attache Office concentrates on defense-related military affairs, the Office of Legal Affairs handles legal matters, and the Public Affairs Office manages press and public communications. That combination is why the Regional Security Office best fits the described role.