Get into compliance with the new NISPOM requirements to avoid federal consequences. https://www.youtube.com/embed/Xuva3EvbWPg 32 Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Part 117, aka the new version of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), became effective as a federal rule on Feb. 24, 2021. With that shift came some key other changes, including the requirements of … [Read more...] about The Biggest Changes You Need to Know in the New NISPOM Rule
The Closed Area Accreditation Process
Understand how to get your Closed Area accredited with this guide https://www.youtube.com/embed/Q3hK1Vgonbw Closed Areas, now known as Open Storage Areas in the new NISPOM rule, have less strict standards of accreditation than SCIFs or SAPFs, but you still want to take steps to ensure the process is as smooth as possible. Closed Area standards are dictated by the National Security Program … [Read more...] about The Closed Area Accreditation Process
An Employee-Centric Approach to Phishing Prevention
Stop phishing attacks through more effective training and positive company culture Phishing attacks, where someone sends a fraudulent email, call or text in order to trick the recipient into giving up information, accounted for $1.7 billion in losses in the U.S. during 2019, according to the FBI Internet Crime Report. And these threats are on the rise: In 2020, the U.N. disarmament chief … [Read more...] about An Employee-Centric Approach to Phishing Prevention
How to Liven up your Required Security Trainings
Tools to keep your employees engaged—and awake!—during your annual security trainings The trainings for those who hold a Personnel Clearance (PCL) cover largely the same information year after year. It’s understandable that cleared personnel may mentally check out when they’re sitting through the same material once again. If you’re giving these trainings, keeping your participants engaged can … [Read more...] about How to Liven up your Required Security Trainings
What You Need to Know About the NISPOM Reporting Requirement Changes
Understand the new guidelines and requirements from SEAD-3 for reporting in the upcoming version of NISPOM https://www.youtube.com/embed/kWeOt8UXuwk The National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) is being turned into a new federal law, known as 32 CFR Part 117. With this change comes the addition of new guidelines for what information must be reported by industry … [Read more...] about What You Need to Know About the NISPOM Reporting Requirement Changes
Using EQ To Build Better Security Leaders
How CEO Josh Godknecht has used EQ to improve team dynamics and build better security leaders at Adamo Security Group Working at Adamo has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Our mission, "Enriching people as we advance security," is inspiring, and I love being a part of an organization that truly benefits other people. As in any business, there are challenges of course, but … [Read more...] about Using EQ To Build Better Security Leaders
Tips for Developing a Construction Security Plan (CSP)
Five tips for creating an effective and clear CSP for your ICD 705 project https://www.youtube.com/embed/azQGnpMO6wM The construction security plan (CSP) establishes the security protections for the design and construction of a SCIF or SAPF project. A required document in the ICD 705 Tech Spec, the CSP is critical in making sure a project site stays protected from potential threats through … [Read more...] about Tips for Developing a Construction Security Plan (CSP)
Tech Spec V1.5: Three Important Updates You Need to Know
Last week, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence released the long-awaited Version 1.5 of the “Technical Specifications for Construction and Management of Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities,” commonly referred to as the “Tech Spec.” The document dictates how SCIFs/SAPFs are constructed both inside and outside the continental United States in order to earn government … [Read more...] about Tech Spec V1.5: Three Important Updates You Need to Know
How to Obtain a Facility Clearance (FCL)
A guide to navigating the facility security clearance process https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGCH_-gXmIc The facility clearance (FCL) process can be intimidating, as can all the acronyms you encounter along the way. But it’s relatively straightforward if you’re prepared. Follow the steps outlined below, and you’ll be on your way to having a cleared facility. How the Process Works Step 1: … [Read more...] about How to Obtain a Facility Clearance (FCL)