Who does the Area and District SECMGR work under?

• A. The area/dist Chief of Staff
• B. The CSO
• C. The CMCO
• D. The SSO

Answer: (A)

Understanding the reporting line for area and district security roles: the Area/District SECMGR operates within the senior staff structure that coordinates across the command. The Area or District Chief of Staff is the senior staff officer who supervises area/district personnel and programs, so the SECMGR reports to that Chief of Staff to ensure security efforts align with broader operations and administration. While the Command Security Officer sets security policy and guidance, the direct supervisory relationship at the area/district level is with the Chief of Staff, not the CSO, CMCO, or SSO. So the correct reporting line is to the area/dist Chief of Staff.