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The Chief of Security is in charge of the safety and well-being of the crew and passengers. The Tactical Officer controls the main defense systems aboard the ship or base. Sometimes the roles of Chief of Security and Tactical Officer are combined and given to one person. As the position title notes, Sec/Tac officers have the responsibility for coordinating all of the internal and external security for a vessel. This includes managing and leading security teams to provide a constant presence throughout the ship while minimizing visibility and any minor inconveniences to the crew in addition to the overseeing of a ship's offensive and defensive capabilities. Security teams may be directed from the tactical station via keyed instructions or in a meeting like setting by the Sec/Tac or ASec/Tac. In addition, special transporting of dignitaries and ambassadorial staff shall be conducted by the Chief of Security and his/her staff as well as armory inventories, security team personnel assignments, and detailed counter-intelligence measures to prevent sabotage or terrorism aboard a starship.