Halatack Test of Trust - Candidate Assessment Protocol

Objective

The primary objective of the Test of Trust is to assess a candidate’s capacity to handle confidential information and make decisions that align with Halatack’s mission under pressure. Candidates must demonstrate unwavering reliability, discretion, and loyalty to the organization, ensuring they can be trusted with sensitive responsibilities within the Halatack network.

Administration and Execution

The Test of Trust is conducted on a one-on-one basis by a certified agent from the Trust Division, under the direct oversight of Chief H. Amal, a senior member of the Halatack Board. The Chief is responsible for agent training, scenario development, and procedural compliance. The assessment is administered at an unannounced time following successful completion of the Test of Slander, ensuring candidates cannot anticipate or prepare rehearsed responses. The test is presented covertly, often disguised as routine professional interactions, to capture authentic behaviors reflective of the candidate’s true character.

• Unannounced Scheduling: The assessment occurs at a random time to maintain unpredictability and ensure genuine responses.
• Agent Certification: Agents are trained and certified per Agent Training Standard (ATS-4), equipped to design and execute trust-based scenarios.
• Scenario Design: Scenarios simulate real-world challenges involving sensitive information, testing the candidate’s ability to maintain confidentiality and make ethical decisions.
• Oversight and Review: Chief H. Amal reviews all outcomes to ensure consistency, impartiality, and adherence to evaluation protocols.
• Data Security: All interactions are documented in encrypted candidate files, with evidence handled under strict chain-of-custody procedures per Halatack Privacy Standard (HPS-1).

Evaluation Criteria

Candidates are assessed based on a comprehensive set of metrics, including:

• Confidentiality Adherence: Ability to safeguard sensitive information and avoid unauthorized disclosure.
• Ethical Decision-Making: Demonstration of sound judgment in scenarios that test loyalty and organizational priorities.
• Reliability: Consistency in upholding Halatack’s standards across varied interactions.
• Communication Discipline: Clarity and professionalism in handling trust-dependent situations.
• Alignment with Values: Commitment to Halatack’s mission and ethical standards under pressure.

Scoring is conducted using standardized rubrics maintained by the Office of Board Operations (Ref: Eval-Rubric/2025), with minimum pass thresholds strictly enforced.

Outcomes and Credentialing

Upon successful completion of the Test of Trust, candidates receive:

• Team Assignment: Placement in an HB team (A-Z, classified or unclassified) with an initial low-tier rank.
• Provisional Access: Expanded access to secure communication channels for continued engagement.
• Progression Authorization: Eligibility to proceed to the Test of Kinship, the final assessment stage.

Failure to pass results in disqualification, with all prior credentials revoked and no opportunity for reapplication. Credential issuance is logged and auditable per Access Control Policy (ACP-7).

Confidentiality and Compliance

The Test of Trust is governed by stringent confidentiality protocols. Candidates must maintain absolute discretion regarding the assessment process. Any unauthorized disclosure or misuse of information will result in immediate disqualification and potential further disciplinary action. All candidate data is handled in accordance with Halatack Privacy Standard (HPS-1) and applicable legal regulations.