Abstract
This study explores the factors influencing national security effectiveness by examining structure and functionality, interagency coordination, policy alignment, and democratic governance. It also identifies key areas for improvement. The aim is to evaluate how these elements impact national security outcomes. The study surveyed 470 officials across the Palace of Justice, achieving a 78% response rate. Using SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences), the study demonstrates that structure and functionality, interagency coordination, policy alignment, and democratic governance significantly impact national security. It further shows that improvements in key areas have a substantial positive effect. The article contributes original insights into enhancing national security strategies through targeted structural and oversight mechanisms, offering practical recommendations for policy and operational improvements.