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Free security clearance seminarehttps://www.redbikepublishing.com/securityclearanceseminar/NISPOM Fundamentals https://www.bennettinstitute.com Stay tuned for more information about our upcoming book. In the meantime, if you need to provide Insider Threat Training, you can download and present your very own to your employees  NISPOM requires Derivative Classification Training and Record keeping Guidance. This guidance states that the cleared contractor provide cleared personnel with initial Derivative Classification Training and follow up and at least once every 2 years. No time to write training?You can find training here https://www.redbikepublishing.com/derivative/See more in our books "Insider's Guide to Security Clearances" and "How to gMission Driven Research, Inc Mission Driven Research, Inc is a growing company providing technical services to the US government. Bennett Institute Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. Access Commander by MathCraft We support the mission of FSOs, CSOs and other security professionals. SIMS Software SIMS suite provides features/functionality you need to run automated industrial security programs. Red Bike Publishing Providing security clearance books, training, and resources for cleared defense contractors. Clearance, NISPOM, and FSO Consulting Thrive Analysis Group Inc is your resource for security clearance, NISPOM, and FSO consulting. Support the show FSO Consulting:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/fso-consulting/We provide facility security clearance, personnel security clearance, FSO consulting and NISPOM consulting. Personnel Security Clearances How to get a clearance What to expect once you get a clearance What you can do to prepare for a clearance Facility Security Clearance ✓Become a CDC Contractor ✓Determine security requirements for SECRET, TOP SECRET and SCI Clearances ✓Establish a security team to protect classified information ✓Develop and provide required security training ✓Prepare for government inspections ✓Interpret Contract specifications ✓Fight Insider threat ✓Learn Security clearance levels ✓Process Classified information ✓Prepare Derivative Classification ✓Provide required Security Training ✓Appointing a Facility Security Officer ✓Prepare for Government Audits Security Clearance and NISPOM consulting

We are having a security clearance webinar. FInd more information here:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/securityclearanceseminar/This podcast is based on information from our NISPOM fundamentals course at https://www.bennettinstitute.comPodcast discusses:Holding a security clearance is a privilege. The awardee is able to perform on classified contracts where they would not otherwise be able. However, some defense contractors mistakenly assume that they can request a Facility Security Clearance (FCL) for business development purposes or to better position themselves future classified contract opportunities. Though that is not how FCLs are awarded, there is a process and methodology to justify the FCL.   The FSO has marching orders to develop and implement security programs to protect classified information. But, how effective is security policy if it is written by security and posted only in the security office?     Identify items, events, and issues that security can help withLook at upcoming contracts, business development goals, program requirements and then implement Red Bike Publishing Providing security clearance books, training, and resources for cleared defense contractors. Bennett Institute Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. Clearance, NISPOM, and FSO Consulting Thrive Analysis Group Inc is your resource for security clearance, NISPOM, and FSO consulting. SIMS Software SIMS suite provides features/functionality you need to run automated industrial security programs. Access Commander by MathCraft We support the mission of FSOs, CSOs and other security professionals. Mission Driven Research, Inc Mission Driven Research, Inc is a growing company providing technical services to the US government. Support the show FSO Consulting:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/fso-consulting/We provide facility security clearance, personnel security clearance, FSO consulting and NISPOM consulting. Personnel Security Clearances How to get a clearance What to expect once you get a clearance What you can do to prepare for a clearance Facility Security Clearance ✓Become a CDC Contractor ✓Determine security requirements for SECRET, TOP SECRET and SCI Clearances ✓Establish a security team to protect classified information ✓Develop and provide required security training ✓Prepare for government inspections ✓Interpret Contract specifications ✓Fight Insider threat ✓Learn Security clearance levels ✓Process Classified information ✓Prepare Derivative Classification ✓Provide required Security Training ✓Appointing a Facility Security Officer ✓Prepare for Government Audits Security Clearance and NISPOM consulting

We are having a security clearance webinar. FInd more information here:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/securityclearanceseminar/This podcast is based on information from our NISPOM fundamentals course at https://www.bennettinstitute.comPodcast discusses:Facility Security Clearances (for businesses)Personnel Security Clearances (for people)Red Bike Publishing Providing security clearance books, training, and resources for cleared defense contractors. Bennett Institute Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. Access Commander by MathCraft We support the mission of FSOs, CSOs and other security professionals. SIMS Software SIMS suite provides features/functionality you need to run automated industrial security programs. Clearance, NISPOM, and FSO Consulting Thrive Analysis Group Inc is your resource for security clearance, NISPOM, and FSO consulting. Support the show FSO Consulting:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/fso-consulting/We provide facility security clearance, personnel security clearance, FSO consulting and NISPOM consulting. Personnel Security Clearances How to get a clearance What to expect once you get a clearance What you can do to prepare for a clearance Facility Security Clearance ✓Become a CDC Contractor ✓Determine security requirements for SECRET, TOP SECRET and SCI Clearances ✓Establish a security team to protect classified information ✓Develop and provide required security training ✓Prepare for government inspections ✓Interpret Contract specifications ✓Fight Insider threat ✓Learn Security clearance levels ✓Process Classified information ✓Prepare Derivative Classification ✓Provide required Security Training ✓Appointing a Facility Security Officer ✓Prepare for Government Audits Security Clearance and NISPOM consulting

Consulting  ServicesRed Bike Publishing, LLC is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business. We have sold thousands of books and training materials to individual customers. However, we would like to provide our manuals books and training to government offices to pass down to employees and contractors.  Our products include training, books and services: Reminder magnets for security containers and safes. DODM 5200.01 V 1-3 and study guides for SPeD SFPC certification NISPOM and study guides for ISP Certification NISPOM Required Training FSO Services (facility and personnel security clearances) DoD and NISP Security Certification Tailored NISP required training editor@redbikepublishing.comCAGE: 53JF5 NAICS: 511130, 541690, 611430 Cleared employees are trained how to properly mark, store and disseminate classified information, but not taught how to effectively communicate without inadvertently disclosing sensitive information. Mission Driven Research, Inc Mission Driven Research, Inc is a growing company providing technical services to the US government. Red Bike Publishing Providing security clearance books, training, and resources for cleared defense contractors. SIMS Software SIMS suite provides features/functionality you need to run automated industrial security programs. Access Commander by MathCraft We support the mission of FSOs, CSOs and other security professionals. Bennett Institute Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. Clearance, NISPOM, and FSO Consulting Thrive Analysis Group Inc is your resource for security clearance, NISPOM, and FSO consulting. Support the show FSO Consulting:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/fso-consulting/We provide facility security clearance, personnel security clearance, FSO consulting and NISPOM consulting. Personnel Security Clearances How to get a clearance What to expect once you get a clearance What you can do to prepare for a clearance Facility Security Clearance ✓Become a CDC Contractor ✓Determine security requirements for SECRET, TOP SECRET and SCI Clearances ✓Establish a security team to protect classified information ✓Develop and provide required security training ✓Prepare for government inspections ✓Interpret Contract specifications ✓Fight Insider threat ✓Learn Security clearance levels ✓Process Classified information ✓Prepare Derivative Classification ✓Provide required Security Training ✓Appointing a Facility Security Officer ✓Prepare for Government Audits Security Clearance and NISPOM consulting

Security Clearance and NISPOM   consultingLink to YouTube presentation https://youtu.be/SNTlRrZvr-E This is a presentation of how to be a world class FSOFrom How to Get U.S. Government Contracts and Classified Work Influence at all levels Integrate security at all levels Be fiscally responsible   Be flexible, but knowledgeable If you need assistance with FSO or security training please contact me or visit my consulting site www.jeffreywbennett.com.Additionally, we have NISPOM fundamentals training perfect for studying and applying to your CDC facility. https://bennettinstitute.com/course/nispomfundamentals/he purposeful execution of Foreign travel pre-briefings-When employees travel to a foreign country, they may be targeted to provide sensitive information. A threat and/or defensive briefing should be provided to all cleared employees per NISPOM. (NISPOM Training). The briefings should be documented with signatures, dates and contents of briefings for presentation to Defense Security Services (DSS) industrial security representatives. Jeff's WebsiteJeff is available for speaking and consultingSIMS SoftwareSIMS suite provides features/functionality you need to run automated industrial security programs.Access Commander by MathCraftWe support the mission of FSOs, CSOs and other security professionals.Bennett InstituteOnline security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources.Mission Driven Research, IncMission Driven Research, Inc is a growing company providing technical services to the US government.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/redbike) Support the show FSO Consulting:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/fso-consulting/We provide facility security clearance, personnel security clearance, FSO consulting and NISPOM consulting. Personnel Security Clearances How to get a clearance What to expect once you get a clearance What you can do to prepare for a clearance Facility Security Clearance ✓Become a CDC Contractor ✓Determine security requirements for SECRET, TOP SECRET and SCI Clearances ✓Establish a security team to protect classified information ✓Develop and provide required security training ✓Prepare for government inspections ✓Interpret Contract specifications ✓Fight Insider threat ✓Learn Security clearance levels ✓Process Classified information ✓Prepare Derivative Classification ✓Provide required Security Training ✓Appointing a Facility Security Officer ✓Prepare for Government Audits Security Clearance and NISPOM consulting

Security Clearance and NISPOM   consultingIf you are a new FSO, there is no reason to travel your journey alone. You may recruit fellow employees to assist with the tasks. Lately, contract language requires the contractor to conduct tasks in support of Program Protection Planning (PPP), Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM), Criticality Analyses (CA), and providing Program Protection Plan Implementation Plans (PPIP). These requirements include language that requires developing PPIPs, protecting critical components, developing SCRM plans, quantifying risk to the supply chain, vetting vendors and so much more.  The ISP and ISOC Master exam prep for NISPOM 32 CFR Part 117 is now available. If you plan to test in winter 2022 or later, make this version part of your study plans. Check it out. While this may not be an organic capability for most organizations, there are many small companies that can step up and provide the necessary guidance or share in the workload. Link to NISPOM and cleared contractor security books.Link to NISPOM required trainingRed Bike Publishing Providing security clearance books, training, and resources for cleared defense contractors. Bennett Institute Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. Mission Driven Research, Inc Mission Driven Research, Inc is a growing company providing technical services to the US government. Access Commander by MathCraft We support the mission of FSOs, CSOs and other security professionals. SIMS Software SIMS suite provides features/functionality you need to run automated industrial security programs. Support the show FSO Consulting:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/fso-consulting/We provide facility security clearance, personnel security clearance, FSO consulting and NISPOM consulting. Personnel Security Clearances How to get a clearance What to expect once you get a clearance What you can do to prepare for a clearance Facility Security Clearance ✓Become a CDC Contractor ✓Determine security requirements for SECRET, TOP SECRET and SCI Clearances ✓Establish a security team to protect classified information ✓Develop and provide required security training ✓Prepare for government inspections ✓Interpret Contract specifications ✓Fight Insider threat ✓Learn Security clearance levels ✓Process Classified information ✓Prepare Derivative Classification ✓Provide required Security Training ✓Appointing a Facility Security Officer ✓Prepare for Government Audits Security Clearance and NISPOM consulting

Security Clearance and NISPOM   consultingHere are the top reasons for marking classified information:  Warn and inform a user that an item is indeed classified or sensitive Conveys what exactly needs protection  Identifies levels of classification or sensitivity Provides vital information and instruction on when to downgrade or declassify the material Gives sources and reason for classifying the item Warns of special access, control, dissemination or safeguarding requirements  Find out more in How to Get U.S. Government Contracts and Classified Work Be sure to visit Red Bike Publishing for books and training. If you need assistance with FSO or security training please contact me or visit my consulting site www.jeffreywbennett.com.DCSA ReviewPrior to each inspection, the FSO and cleared contractor leadership should present DCSA with a state of security briefing to introduce and go over the company security policy. Similarly, the DCSA special agent may provide an out-briefing detailing the results of the iMission Driven Research, Inc Mission Driven Research, Inc is a growing company providing technical services to the US government. Red Bike Publishing Providing security clearance books, training, and resources for cleared defense contractors. Bennett Institute Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. Access Commander by MathCraft We support the mission of FSOs, CSOs and other security professionals. SIMS Software SIMS suite provides features/functionality you need to run automated industrial security programs. Jeff's Website Jeff is available for speaking and consulting Support the show FSO Consulting:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/fso-consulting/We provide facility security clearance, personnel security clearance, FSO consulting and NISPOM consulting. Personnel Security Clearances How to get a clearance What to expect once you get a clearance What you can do to prepare for a clearance Facility Security Clearance ✓Become a CDC Contractor ✓Determine security requirements for SECRET, TOP SECRET and SCI Clearances ✓Establish a security team to protect classified information ✓Develop and provide required security training ✓Prepare for government inspections ✓Interpret Contract specifications ✓Fight Insider threat ✓Learn Security clearance levels ✓Process Classified information ✓Prepare Derivative Classification ✓Provide required Security Training ✓Appointing a Facility Security Officer ✓Prepare for Government Audits Security Clearance and NISPOM consulting

Though defense contractors don't assign classification levels, it helps to understand why information gets classified and how the government identifies the classified information. The cleared contractor works with the classified information and protects it according to the markings.From How to Get U.S. Government Contracts and Classified Work Influence at all levels Integrate security at all levels Be fiscally responsible   Be flexible, but knowledgeable If you need assistance with FSO or security training please contact me or visit my consulting site www.jeffreywbennett.com. Additionally, we have NISPOM fundamentals training perfect for studying and applying to your CDC facility. https://bennettinstitute.com/course/nispomfundamentals/The purposeful execution of Foreign travel pre-briefings-When employees travel to a foreign country, they may be targeted to provide sensitive information. A threat and/or defensive briefing should be provided to all cleared employees per NISPOM. (NISPOM Training). The briefings should be documented with signatures, dates and contents of briefings for presentation to Defense Security Services (DSS) industrial security representatives.There is a lot of debate about professional certification. Currently, the drive and motivation for facility security officers (FSO) and security specialists to become Industrial Security Professional (ISP) certified is still self-motivation and not yet a requirement. Jeff's WebsiteJeff is available for speaking and consultingSIMS SoftwareSIMS suite provides features/functionality you need to run automated industrial security programs.Access Commander by MathCraftWe support the mission of FSOs, CSOs and other security professionals.Bennett InstituteOnline security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources.Mission Driven Research, IncMission Driven Research, Inc is a growing company proSupport the show FSO Consulting:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/fso-consulting/We provide facility security clearance, personnel security clearance, FSO consulting and NISPOM consulting. Personnel Security Clearances How to get a clearance What to expect once you get a clearance What you can do to prepare for a clearance Facility Security Clearance ✓Become a CDC Contractor ✓Determine security requirements for SECRET, TOP SECRET and SCI Clearances ✓Establish a security team to protect classified information ✓Develop and provide required security training ✓Prepare for government inspections ✓Interpret Contract specifications ✓Fight Insider threat ✓Learn Security clearance levels ✓Process Classified information ✓Prepare Derivative Classification ✓Provide required Security Training ✓Appointing a Facility Security Officer ✓Prepare for Government Audits Security Clearance and NISPOM consulting

There are many contractual reasons to transfer classified information from one location to another. Meetings, working groups, and deliverable requirements are just a few. In the receiving organization, the FSO should ensure all arriving classified information is inspected and received into accountability. From How to Get U.S. Government Contracts and Classified Work The FSO should ensure that all classified deliveries are inspected prior to bringing them into accountability. Such checks are necessary to ensure items were sent properly, were not tampered with in transit, contain correct items and are authorized for storage in the classified holdings Be sure to visit Red Bike Publishing for books and training. If you have questions, visit Jeff's website: jeffreywbennett.comWhen performing Derivative Classification tasks, it's sometimes necessary to produce, reproduce, copy, or print classified information for work products, briefings and demonstrations. When doing so, the derived item should bear the appropriate classification. ClassificaJeff's Website Jeff is available for speaking and consulting SIMS Software SIMS suite provides features/functionality you need to run automated industrial security programs. Access Commander by MathCraft We support the mission of FSOs, CSOs and other security professionals. Access Commander by MathCraft We support the mission of FSOs, CSOs and other security professionals. Bennett Institute Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. Mission Driven Research, Inc Mission Driven Research, Inc is a growing company providing technical services to the US government. Security Defense Lawyer If you have had an event that could put your security clearance in jeopardy. contact Ron immediately Support the show FSO Consulting:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/fso-consulting/We provide facility security clearance, personnel security clearance, FSO consulting and NISPOM consulting. Personnel Security Clearances How to get a clearance What to expect once you get a clearance What you can do to prepare for a clearance Facility Security Clearance ✓Become a CDC Contractor ✓Determine security requirements for SECRET, TOP SECRET and SCI Clearances ✓Establish a security team to protect classified information ✓Develop and provide required security training ✓Prepare for government inspections ✓Interpret Contract specifications ✓Fight Insider threat ✓Learn Security clearance levels ✓Process Classified information ✓Prepare Derivative Classification ✓Provide required Security Training ✓Appointing a Facility Security Officer ✓Prepare for Government Audits Security Clearance and NISPOM consulting

When Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) conduct reviews of cleared defense contractor facilities, they go with a purpose. Their first priority may be to conduct a risk assessment of classified information in the contractor's possession. However, they are also looking at above and beyond metrics that demonstrate the commitment to national security. These above and beyond attributes are often recorded and rewarded. Here are some ideas Facility Security Officers can employ to demonstrate above and beyond NISPOM application. You might even consider inviting an Industrial Security Professional (ISP) or Industrial Security Oversight (ISOC) certified guest speaker. Additionally, many vendors offer already developed online NISPOM training perfect for sending to your employees. Be sure to create an index or catalog of where brochures, posters or other training items are located so that you can keep them updated, monitor use and make improvements. Most of all, it’s important to document and demonstrate how you use these items to improve your security posture. Become an expert for your training and show DSS how yoSecurity Defense Lawyer If you have had an event that could put your security clearance in jeopardy. contact Ron immediately Mission Driven Research, Inc Mission Driven Research, Inc is a growing company providing technical services to the US government. Red Bike Publishing Providing security clearance books, training, and resources for cleared defense contractors. Bennett Institute Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. Access Commander by MathCraft We support the mission of FSOs, CSOs and other security professionals. SIMS Software SIMS suite provides features/functionality you need to run automated industrial security programs. Jeff's Website Jeff is available for speaking and consulting Support the show FSO Consulting:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/fso-consulting/We provide facility security clearance, personnel security clearance, FSO consulting and NISPOM consulting. Personnel Security Clearances How to get a clearance What to expect once you get a clearance What you can do to prepare for a clearance Facility Security Clearance ✓Become a CDC Contractor ✓Determine security requirements for SECRET, TOP SECRET and SCI Clearances ✓Establish a security team to protect classified information ✓Develop and provide required security training ✓Prepare for government inspections ✓Interpret Contract specifications ✓Fight Insider threat ✓Learn Security clearance levels ✓Process Classified information ✓Prepare Derivative Classification ✓Provide required Security Training ✓Appointing a Facility Security Officer ✓Prepare for Government Audits Security Clearance and NISPOM consulting

Though not as sinister and espionage riddled as most savvy spy novels, export compliance is an issue that will get defense contractors in trouble. Violating State Department regulations will bring the weight of the US Government on the offending company. According to the International Traffic In Arms Regulation, ITAR, “Any person who engages in the United States in the business of either manufacturing or exporting defense articles or furnishing defense services is required to register”. Security clearances should be kept to the minimum amount necessary to perform the classified work, access to that classified information must be kept to only those with a valid need to perform on the government work. Security clearance verification cannot provide need to know. Just because one has a clearance doesn’t mean they should be authorized access. Need to know is based on a contractual or work performance basis.A leader can form an HPT from all business units. Since the FSO is responsible for creating a security program to protect classified information, they may either suggest or take the lead and form the group. Once in the group, the individuals begin to discuss the vision, norms and etc. Security Defense Lawyer If you have had an event that could put your security clearance in jeopardy. contact Ron immediately Mission Driven Research, Inc Mission Driven Research, Inc is a growing company providing technical services to the US government. Jeff's Website Jeff is available for speaking and consulting Access Commander by MathCraft We support the mission of FSOs, CSOs and other security professionals. Red Bike Publishing Providing security clearance books, training, and resources for cleared defense contractors. SIMS Software SIMS suite provides features/functionality you need to run automated industrial security programs. Bennett Institute Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. Support the show FSO Consulting:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/fso-consulting/We provide facility security clearance, personnel security clearance, FSO consulting and NISPOM consulting. Personnel Security Clearances How to get a clearance What to expect once you get a clearance What you can do to prepare for a clearance Facility Security Clearance ✓Become a CDC Contractor ✓Determine security requirements for SECRET, TOP SECRET and SCI Clearances ✓Establish a security team to protect classified information ✓Develop and provide required security training ✓Prepare for government inspections ✓Interpret Contract specifications ✓Fight Insider threat ✓Learn Security clearance levels ✓Process Classified information ✓Prepare Derivative Classification ✓Provide required Security Training ✓Appointing a Facility Security Officer ✓Prepare for Government Audits Security Clearance and NISPOM consulting

A cleared contractor can help reduce expenses with by preparing ahead of time. This is where an experience FSO can anticipate expenses, perform risk assessment while implementing NISPOM and advise on ways to reduce costs while being compliant. The more money saved on overhead expenses, the greater the overall company profit. The earlier into the process the assessment is conducted the better the company performs overall.It's a common practice to allow employees to use enterprise computers outside of the enterprise. This has become more common where employees are increasingly working at home. Though a common practice, these occurrences are not always best practices. Anytime an employee leaves work with a company computer, the expectation is that all information is vulnerable.  Protecting classified material – The proper receipt, accountability, storage, dissemination and destruction of classified material. Link to CDSE training https://www.cdse.edu/ Required training – This instruction helps the FSO establish an ongoing training program designed to create an environment of security conscious cleared employees. Security Defense Lawyer If you have had an event that could put your security clearance in jeopardy. contact Ron immediately Jeff's Website Jeff is available for speaking and consulting Red Bike Publishing Providing security clearance books, training, and resources for cleared defense contractors. Mission Driven Research, Inc Mission Driven Research, Inc is a growing company providing technical services to the US government. SIMS Software SIMS suite provides features/functionality you need to run automated industrial security programs. Access Commander by MathCraft We support the mission of FSOs, CSOs and other security professionals. Bennett Institute Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. Support the show FSO Consulting:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/fso-consulting/We provide facility security clearance, personnel security clearance, FSO consulting and NISPOM consulting. Personnel Security Clearances How to get a clearance What to expect once you get a clearance What you can do to prepare for a clearance Facility Security Clearance ✓Become a CDC Contractor ✓Determine security requirements for SECRET, TOP SECRET and SCI Clearances ✓Establish a security team to protect classified information ✓Develop and provide required security training ✓Prepare for government inspections ✓Interpret Contract specifications ✓Fight Insider threat ✓Learn Security clearance levels ✓Process Classified information ✓Prepare Derivative Classification ✓Provide required Security Training ✓Appointing a Facility Security Officer ✓Prepare for Government Audits Security Clearance and NISPOM consulting

Red Bike Publishing is pleased to announce the new NISPOM. National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual 32 CFR Part 117.   An FSO has readily available data to determine and communicate the effectiveness of the security program. Gathering available information, creating a detailed database and performing solid analysis will determine the program's success.End of day checks serve as a precaution against leaving classified information unattended.Feel free to contact us for information on how to promote your business through our newsletter.      NISPOM Training Topics: Insider Threat Initial / Annual Security Awareness Derivative Classifier Non Disclosure Agreement If you need assistance with FSO or security training please contact me or visit my consultiRed Bike Publishing Providing security clearance books, training, and resources for cleared defense contractors. Bennett Institute Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. Jeff's Website Jeff is available for speaking and consulting SIMS Software SIMS suite provides features/functionality you need to run automated industrial security programs. Access Commander by MathCraft We support the mission of FSOs, CSOs and other security professionals. Security Defense Lawyer If you have had an event that could put your security clearance in jeopardy. contact Ron immediately Mission Driven Research, Inc Mission Driven Research, Inc is a growing company providing technical services to the US government. Support the show FSO Consulting:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/fso-consulting/We provide facility security clearance, personnel security clearance, FSO consulting and NISPOM consulting. Personnel Security Clearances How to get a clearance What to expect once you get a clearance What you can do to prepare for a clearance Facility Security Clearance ✓Become a CDC Contractor ✓Determine security requirements for SECRET, TOP SECRET and SCI Clearances ✓Establish a security team to protect classified information ✓Develop and provide required security training ✓Prepare for government inspections ✓Interpret Contract specifications ✓Fight Insider threat ✓Learn Security clearance levels ✓Process Classified information ✓Prepare Derivative Classification ✓Provide required Security Training ✓Appointing a Facility Security Officer ✓Prepare for Government Audits Security Clearance and NISPOM consulting

   Red Bike Publishing is pleased to announce the addition of training. We have created a training program that includes an Initial Security Training/Annual Awareness Training presentation and much more required by NISPOM. Instead of designing your own, just download and present these. You can even modify them (which we recommend) or tailor to your CDC business. Feel free to contact us for information on how to promote your business through our newsletter.     Jeff has made an online recorded version of the course NISPOM Fundamentals that he formerly taught at the University of Alabama Huntsville. He is available teach similar courses at your companies. Send an email to editor@redbikepublishing.com. Red Bike Publishing offers generous royalties and are able to reach over 30,000 people through various magazines, Amazon.com, and other bookstores. Red Bike Publishing uses professional printing and distribute through Ingram, Baker and Taylor, Barnes and Noble and much more. Sometimes life imitates art. Just like in the thrillers thaSecurity Defense Lawyer If you have had an event that could put your security clearance in jeopardy. contact Ron immediately Jeff's Website Jeff is available for speaking and consulting Bennett Institute Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. Red Bike Publishing Providing security clearance books, training, and resources for cleared defense contractors. Mission Driven Research, Inc Mission Driven Research, Inc is a growing company providing technical services to the US government. Access Commander by MathCraft We support the mission of FSOs, CSOs and other security professionals. SIMS Software SIMS suite provides features/functionality you need to run automated industrial security programs. Support the show FSO Consulting:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/fso-consulting/We provide facility security clearance, personnel security clearance, FSO consulting and NISPOM consulting. Personnel Security Clearances How to get a clearance What to expect once you get a clearance What you can do to prepare for a clearance Facility Security Clearance ✓Become a CDC Contractor ✓Determine security requirements for SECRET, TOP SECRET and SCI Clearances ✓Establish a security team to protect classified information ✓Develop and provide required security training ✓Prepare for government inspections ✓Interpret Contract specifications ✓Fight Insider threat ✓Learn Security clearance levels ✓Process Classified information ✓Prepare Derivative Classification ✓Provide required Security Training ✓Appointing a Facility Security Officer ✓Prepare for Government Audits Security Clearance and NISPOM consulting

Contact/newsletter:redbikepublishing.com/contactThe National Industrial Security Program NISPOM is THE guidance for Cleared Defense Contractors (CDC) performing on classified contracts. However, it doesn’t always answer some questions these FSOs might have about protecting classified information. For example, suppose a defense contractor company has a contract requiring the storage of classified information at the SECRET level. Do they need an alarm?You might recall in earlier articles that I’ve emphasized the importance of finding out what the threats to classified information are to your particular organization. Be aware of NISPOM vs. Best Practices, vs. Risk Assessment before committing resources that may or may not be required. Industry standards and common practices may almost seem like requirements, but can be expensive endeavors if not necessary to implement. To some, it may be unheard of not to have alarms, cameras or access control systems (door magnets and card readers). However, these are not required in NISPOM (except for intrusion detection systems as identified in certainSecurity Defense Lawyer If you have had an event that could put your security clearance in jeopardy. contact Ron immediately Red Bike Publishing Providing security clearance books, training, and resources for cleared defense contractors. Jeff's Website Jeff is available for speaking and consulting Mission Driven Research, Inc Mission Driven Research, Inc is a growing company providing technical services to the US government. Access Commander by MathCraft We support the mission of FSOs, CSOs and other security professionals. Bennett Institute Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. SIMS Software SIMS suite provides features/functionality you need to run automated industrial security programs. Support the show FSO Consulting:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/fso-consulting/We provide facility security clearance, personnel security clearance, FSO consulting and NISPOM consulting. Personnel Security Clearances How to get a clearance What to expect once you get a clearance What you can do to prepare for a clearance Facility Security Clearance ✓Become a CDC Contractor ✓Determine security requirements for SECRET, TOP SECRET and SCI Clearances ✓Establish a security team to protect classified information ✓Develop and provide required security training ✓Prepare for government inspections ✓Interpret Contract specifications ✓Fight Insider threat ✓Learn Security clearance levels ✓Process Classified information ✓Prepare Derivative Classification ✓Provide required Security Training ✓Appointing a Facility Security Officer ✓Prepare for Government Audits Security Clearance and NISPOM consulting

While Facility Security Officers, government and military employees do an incredible job at training employees, implementing and directing security programs to protect classified information, a more menacing threat is still left unchecked.      The security industry spends terrific amounts of money fortifying and constructing buildings based on best practices and not entirely on a risk assessment. The NISPOM and other regulations advise on focusing protection and reducing costs. However, without a proper risk assessment, they may fall short of meeting legitimate threats.  The current practice makes it very difficult for someone to break in and steal secrets.  In light of addressing best practices, the main threat should not be overlooked or neglected. For example, when was the last time you read of buildings being broken into and safes blasted open or being cracked to obtain our nation's secrets? Facility security officers and industrial security professionals should develop measures to safeguard classified information at the highest level indicated. Employees should be trained to perform on these contracts based on NISPOM Guidance. This training includes: Non DSecurity Defense Lawyer If you have had an event that could put your security clearance in jeopardy. contact Ron immediately SIMS Software SIMS suite provides features/functionality you need to run automated industrial security programs. Bennett Institute Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. Red Bike Publishing Providing security clearance books, training, and resources for cleared defense contractors. Access Commander by MathCraft We support the mission of FSOs, CSOs and other security professionals. SIMS Software SIMS suite provides features/functionality you need to run automated industrial security programs. Jeff's Website Jeff is available for speaking and consulting Support the show FSO Consulting:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/fso-consulting/We provide facility security clearance, personnel security clearance, FSO consulting and NISPOM consulting. Personnel Security Clearances How to get a clearance What to expect once you get a clearance What you can do to prepare for a clearance Facility Security Clearance ✓Become a CDC Contractor ✓Determine security requirements for SECRET, TOP SECRET and SCI Clearances ✓Establish a security team to protect classified information ✓Develop and provide required security training ✓Prepare for government inspections ✓Interpret Contract specifications ✓Fight Insider threat ✓Learn Security clearance levels ✓Process Classified information ✓Prepare Derivative Classification ✓Provide required Security Training ✓Appointing a Facility Security Officer ✓Prepare for Government Audits Security Clearance and NISPOM consulting

NISPOM Seminar https://www.redbikepublishing.com/nispom-seminar/Study NISPOM Fundamentals in Four hour sessionWe excited to offer two live NISPOM Seminar events:• 23 March 4-8 Pm CST• 30 March 4-8 Pm CSTPrepare for the Industrial Security Professional ISP Certification (ISP) and the DoD’s SPeD Industrial Security Oversight Certification (ISOC). Those and several similar motivational publications stress that everyone has the same amount of time in a day. What we do during that time helps us either make or goals or fail before we even get started.   As leaders, FSOs can help cleared defense contractor employees understand how to create incredible security programs. Focusing on training, interaction with other cleared employees, self-improvement and institutional education should be part of professional development. FSOs and managers who write evaluations for direct reports have an excellent opportunity to help them establish goals to become better at their jobs, more impactful in their careers and hopefully, groomed to become FSO’s themselves. Challenging employees and team members to achieve personal and professional goals breeds success.Security certifications such as ISP Certification and ISOC certification are goals cleared employees could take as a goal as well as encourage employees to achieve. The employee gains from such education and a prestigious career milestone. The organization also benefits from what the security employee learns and applies on thRed Bike Publishing Providing security clearance books, training, and resources for cleared defense contractors. Bennett Institute Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. Access Commander by MathCraft We support the mission of FSOs, CSOs and other security professionals. Mission Driven Research, Inc Mission Driven Research, Inc is a growing company providing technical services to the US government. Security Defense Lawyer If you have had an event that could put your security clearance in jeopardy. contact Ron immediately Support the show FSO Consulting:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/fso-consulting/We provide facility security clearance, personnel security clearance, FSO consulting and NISPOM consulting. Personnel Security Clearances How to get a clearance What to expect once you get a clearance What you can do to prepare for a clearance Facility Security Clearance ✓Become a CDC Contractor ✓Determine security requirements for SECRET, TOP SECRET and SCI Clearances ✓Establish a security team to protect classified information ✓Develop and provide required security training ✓Prepare for government inspections ✓Interpret Contract specifications ✓Fight Insider threat ✓Learn Security clearance levels ✓Process Classified information ✓Prepare Derivative Classification ✓Provide required Security Training ✓Appointing a Facility Security Officer ✓Prepare for Government Audits Security Clearance and NISPOM consulting

 So let’s talk professional goals, the NCMS’ ISP Certification and CDSE's ISOC are great ones to strive for.1.  Begin at the NCMS, ISP Certification information website @ http://www.ncms-isp.org/ISP_Certification/index.asp. If your goal is ISOC certification, begin at the CDSE website.  2. Understand the application process. There are minimum experience requirements that applicants must meet as well as administrative tasks built into the process.3. Understand the requirements and get a feel of where you are professionally and any gaps you need to breach to bring your knowledge of NISPOM and ISP or ISOC  Certification categories to where it needs to be. It’s not necessary to be an expert in all areas or to be able to quote regulations and requirements. 4. The following are some things that you can do to prepare to fill those knowledge gaps:a. Study the NISPOM and other reference document structure and understand where to find topic related information. Also, become familiar with key industry standard words found in the source documents. b. Join a study group. There you can study their material, ask questions and get feedback.c. Find a mentor. 5. Set a date. Join our Security Defense Lawyer If you have had an event that could put your security clearance in jeopardy. contact Ron immediately Red Bike Publishing Providing security clearance books, training, and resources for cleared defense contractors. Bennett Institute Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. Access Commander by MathCraft We support the mission of FSOs, CSOs and other security professionals. Mission Driven Research, Inc Mission Driven Research, Inc is a growing company providing technical services to the US government. Support the show FSO Consulting:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/fso-consulting/We provide facility security clearance, personnel security clearance, FSO consulting and NISPOM consulting. Personnel Security Clearances How to get a clearance What to expect once you get a clearance What you can do to prepare for a clearance Facility Security Clearance ✓Become a CDC Contractor ✓Determine security requirements for SECRET, TOP SECRET and SCI Clearances ✓Establish a security team to protect classified information ✓Develop and provide required security training ✓Prepare for government inspections ✓Interpret Contract specifications ✓Fight Insider threat ✓Learn Security clearance levels ✓Process Classified information ✓Prepare Derivative Classification ✓Provide required Security Training ✓Appointing a Facility Security Officer ✓Prepare for Government Audits Security Clearance and NISPOM consulting

In the course of performing on classified defense contracts, exchange of classified information is inevitable. While, the movement of classified information outside of a secure environment is to be kept to a minimum, there are times it must be moved in fulfillment of requirements.As the senior industrial security manager in CDCs, the FSO leads the security program designed to protect classified information and prevent unauthorized disclosure. While working in the secure environment, contractors protect classified information under their control and cleared employees protect classified information entrusted to them. Classified Meetings: Prior to the start of a classified meeting either the government sponsor or the contractor representative should provide a security briefing notifying attendees of the classification of information to be discussed, whether or not taking notes is permitted and if so, how they will be controlled. For example, when classified notes are permitted, they will have to be properly marked, introduced into accountability and prepared for dissemination (hand carry with the attendee or mailed at a later date). The presentation is controlled to prevent the inadvertent and unauthorized release. Each attendee should also be reminded to remove any cell phones or other electronic devices.In the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), we have a similar package "reveal". Security sSecurity Defense Lawyer If you have had an event that could put your security clearance in jeopardy. contact Ron immediately Access Commander by MathCraft We support the mission of FSOs, CSOs and other security professionals. Bennett Institute Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. Red Bike Publishing Providing security clearance books, training, and resources for cleared defense contractors. Mission Driven Research, Inc Mission Driven Research, Inc is a growing company providing technical services to the US government. Support the show FSO Consulting:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/fso-consulting/We provide facility security clearance, personnel security clearance, FSO consulting and NISPOM consulting. Personnel Security Clearances How to get a clearance What to expect once you get a clearance What you can do to prepare for a clearance Facility Security Clearance ✓Become a CDC Contractor ✓Determine security requirements for SECRET, TOP SECRET and SCI Clearances ✓Establish a security team to protect classified information ✓Develop and provide required security training ✓Prepare for government inspections ✓Interpret Contract specifications ✓Fight Insider threat ✓Learn Security clearance levels ✓Process Classified information ✓Prepare Derivative Classification ✓Provide required Security Training ✓Appointing a Facility Security Officer ✓Prepare for Government Audits Security Clearance and NISPOM consulting

The latest industry buzz is the “release of the new National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM)”. I’m putting air quotes in there, because an actual NISPOM has not been rewritten or re-released. There is no re-release of NISPOM, only a reorganization of the CFRs that duplicate National Industrial Security Program requirements. Conclusion:  No new NISPOM (just a few additions) ·                 32 CFR part 117 and 32 CFR part 2004 are redundant requirements ·                DoD will no longer publish the DoD Manual 5220.22, NISPOM as a DoD policy issuance in 32 CFR part 117. ·                 32 CFR part 2004, “National Industrial Security Program” is now the standing CFR ·                NISPOM Change 2 is still a requirement that Cleared Defense Contractor (CDC) must follow Background A quick read will review that there actually is no new NISPOM. This information just codifies (fancy legal term for: arrange (laws or rules) into a systematic code.). You might know that the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) has had a large role in developing NISPOM. Primarily DNI oversees the protection of National Intelligence Information in the hands of the cleared defense contractors. Additionally, DNI has had executive roles In relation to the 2008 publication of E.O. 13467, “Reforming Processes Related to Suitability for Government Employment, Fitness for Contractor Employees, and Eligibility for Access to ClassifieAccess Commander by MathCraft We support the mission of FSOs, CSOs and other security professionals. Red Bike Publishing Providing security clearance books, training, and resources for cleared defense contractors. Bennett Institute Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. Mission Driven Research, Inc Mission Driven Research, Inc is a growing company providing technical services to the US government. Security Defense Lawyer If you have had an event that could put your security clearance in jeopardy. contact Ron immediately Support the show FSO Consulting:https://www.redbikepublishing.com/fso-consulting/We provide facility security clearance, personnel security clearance, FSO consulting and NISPOM consulting. Personnel Security Clearances How to get a clearance What to expect once you get a clearance What you can do to prepare for a clearance Facility Security Clearance ✓Become a CDC Contractor ✓Determine security requirements for SECRET, TOP SECRET and SCI Clearances ✓Establish a security team to protect classified information ✓Develop and provide required security training ✓Prepare for government inspections ✓Interpret Contract specifications ✓Fight Insider threat ✓Learn Security clearance levels ✓Process Classified information ✓Prepare Derivative Classification ✓Provide required Security Training ✓Appointing a Facility Security Officer ✓Prepare for Government Audits Security Clearance and NISPOM consulting