The nominee must be confirmed via majority vote by the Senate. In accordance with Department of Defense Directive 5100.20, dated 23 December 1971, the director of the NSA must always be a commissioned officer of the military services.
The nominee must be approved by a majority vote of the Senate. In accordance with Department of Defense Directive 5100.20, dated December 23, 1971, the director of NSA must always be a commissioned military officer.