### Question
What is the definition of covered defense official?


### Answer
The definition of **covered defense official** is as follows in *10 U.S.C. § 2397a*:

> any individual who is serving—


(A) as a civilian officer or employee of the Department of Defense in a position for which the rate of pay is equal to or greater than the minimum rate of pay payable for grade GS–11 under the General Schedule

#### Citation:
  - *10 U.S.C. § 2397a*
  - Heading: **Subtitle A-General Military Law     > PART IV-SERVICE, SUPPLY, AND PROCUREMENT   > CHAPTER 141-MISCELLANEOUS PROCUREMENT PROVISIONS**

