How a local alarm service could be a better fit for your business than a national one When it comes to securing your business, you can’t chance hiring just anyone but the best fit. While the national companies have brand…
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An Overview of ICD 705 Penetrations Requirements
What does the Tech Spec say about penetrations in SCIFs and SAPFs? Whenever cables, plumbing, vents or other utilities need to enter or leave a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility, or SCIF, a vulnerability is created. These penetrations create both an…
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What Are the Key Documents for Security Reviews?
The most important documents for your FCL security review and how to keep them organized In your annual security review, your Industrial Security (IS) representative will require documentation that shows your facility is meeting NISPOM requirements. Your IS rep will…
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What is a Personnel Clearance?
An overview of what a PCL is and how to obtain and maintain it A Personnel Clearance (PCL) is a necessity for anyone whose job requires access to classified information. PCLs can be held by both full-time and contracted employees…
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FSO Tips: Avoiding FSO Pitfalls (Video)
For FSOs and other security leaders, there are common mistakes that can keep you from being the best leader you can be. Hear from our security expert on what some of these common pitfalls are and how you can rise…
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The Pros and Cons of Outsourcing SSM Responsibilities
How to know if outsourced Site Security Manager support is right for your project The Site Security Manager (SSM) is a central role to the completion of a SCIF or SAPF project. While the role does need to be filled…
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What is a Security Review?
What is a Security Review? The four types of security reviews that FSOs need to know and how to prepare for them The security review process for companies that hold a facility clearance (FCL) is thorough and multi-faceted. In-depth…
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How to Fill Out Your Fixed Facility Checklist
An overview and tips to help you complete your FFC For any SCIF or SAPF construction projects, the ICD 705 Technical Specifications, or Tech Spec, requires that the Site Security Manager (SSM) completes a Fixed Facility Checklist (FFC) and submits…
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Maintaining Security in Your Daily Life
How cleared employees, and everyone else, can keep themselves and their company secure While those holding a Personnel Clearance (PCL) need to be uniquely aware of protecting both their own and their company’s information, everyone should be concerned with their…
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