Description. On a White ribbon 1 3/8 inches wide, in the middle between two inch Dark Blue stripes are three 1/16 stripes alternating White, Golden Yellow, White; on either edge of the ribbon is a 1/8 Scarlet stripe with 1/32 inch White and Dark Blue stripes towards the center.
Symbolism. Gold is emblematic of excellence. The Dark Blue is the color of loyalty and is adapted from the ODNI seal. Scarlet is for zeal, courage and sacrifice and White is for purity of purpose. The configuration of the stripes is adapted from the National Intelligence Exceptional Achievement Medal from which the National Intelligence Meritorious Unit Citation evolved.
Description. A gold color medal 5/8 inches (1.59 cm) in diameter overall consisting of a heraldic rose bearing a dark blue disk charged with a compass rose or a starburst of eight points, all by a gold wreath.
Symbolism. The heraldic rose, symbol of secrecy and confidence, refers to sub rosa which is Latin for under the rose. It has been a traditional symbol to describe something to be kept secret and not repeated anywhere. The compass rose at the center on a disc or globe, represents the world wide mission of the organization. The dark blue is the color of loyalty and is adapted from the ODNIs seal. The laurel wreath is emblematic of excellence and high ideals.