The National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee (NSTAC) is an advisory committee established within the United States government by Executive Order 13231. This committee serves to provide recommendations and advice on national security issues related to telecommunications, information systems, and the Internet infrastructure, ensuring their resilience, reliability, and efficiency for federal operations. NSTAC consists of representatives from various sectors, including private industry, academia, and government agencies. Its primary goal is to enhance the protection of U.S. telecommunications networks against potential threats, both domestic and foreign, while promoting innovation and technological advancement in these areas.