MANAGING WITH CLASSIFIED INFORMATION IN CRISES AND CURRENT MODELS IN THE REPUBLIC OF MACEDONIA

Abstract

Crisis management is the main reason that modern security systems exist and function. In this respect, divergent security issues, areas and challenges can occur concerning the specific characteristics of the classified information security model in times of crisis. The fundamental tenet in security theories and practice is based on the fact that classified information security is a prerequisite for the successful operation of security institutions, especially during crises. The subject of this research paper primarily refers to social relations connected to classified information security; the process of defining and managing risk that exacerbates security in a situation of crisis. A special stress is given to the model implemented in the Republic of Macedonia which encompasses the physical, administrative, industrial and IT security of classified information. Managing classified information is a continuous process for security institutions, which guarantees that classified information aren't subject to unauthorized access or use. If the managing process concernsing classified information (the planning, organization, decision-making, operation, control) is destabilized, then the country's security system will be destabilized endangering both national security and constitutional regime as a whole. The purpose of this paper is to analyze the current model for managing classified information, its structure and purpose from a scientific and theoretical perspective. In addition, it will evaluate its effectiveness in times of crisis.