An Adamo security expert explains what the DIA RF memo says about how we’re handling TEMPEST concerns by Phil Chance In November 2022—seemingly out of the blue—the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) issued a memo declaring all SCIFS, whether currently accredited or not, and all future SCIFS will be required to have approved Radio Frequency (RF) shielding on all floors, ceilings, walls, … [Read more...] about A Shift Is Coming in the TEMPEST World
Is Labor Trafficking a Concern in Your Industry?
Learn the signs to spot possible labor trafficking in the workforce by Marlee Drake There are several common industries in which victims of labor trafficking are exploited in the U.S. If you subcontract out parts of the work on a construction site, for example, or if you purchase goods from a manufacturer, you could unwittingly work with a company that is trafficking laborers or forcing … [Read more...] about Is Labor Trafficking a Concern in Your Industry?
What We Know so Far About the DISS to NBIS Transition
Why the change is happening, what will be different, and how to get your NBIS login credentials The DCSA announced that the industry would be transitioning from the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) to the National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) system nearly a year ago, and at the time said this transition would begin on April 1, 2022. Currently, the NBIS rollout has … [Read more...] about What We Know so Far About the DISS to NBIS Transition
Creating and Training an Effective Security Mindset
Tips for learning to see the world through a security lens, and training your employees to do the same Thriving in a secure environment requires a different outlook than you would typically have in your day-to-day life. To keep your company and country secure, you have to be on the lookout for threats, trying to see through the eyes of those who would want to steal information and exploit … [Read more...] about Creating and Training an Effective Security Mindset
FSO Tips: Avoiding FSO Pitfalls (Video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odOPlErMBNA 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 above them to create a strong security culture within your company. If you want more information on how you can become a better security … [Read more...] about FSO Tips: Avoiding FSO Pitfalls (Video)
2023 Security Industry Trends on Display at GSX
How our approach to security is changing according to an Adamo security expert The Global Security Exchange (GSX) is an annual event that gives industrial security professionals an opportunity to network and learn from each other, as well as discuss the threats currently facing our nation. Such an event allows attendees to see what the industry’s current priorities are. Adamo’s Security … [Read more...] about 2023 Security Industry Trends on Display at GSX
Enforcing an Office Security Plan Through Leadership
How to motivate your personnel to be compliant with office security measures When your company works with classified information, you need a security plan in place for a variety of things, from how the information will be stored to how the facility will be opened and closed each day. Requirements for these security plans exist in documents like the ICD 705 Technical Specifications, or Tech … [Read more...] about Enforcing an Office Security Plan Through Leadership
An Expert’s Analysis of the 2021 NISPOM Changes
A look at what problems the new NISPOM tries to solve and what problems it creates Since February 2006, government contractors who managed classified contracts relied heavily upon the foundational document for security: the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual, aka NISPOM. The NISPOM, a DoD manual, was the document that guided the establishment and quality control for the … [Read more...] about An Expert’s Analysis of the 2021 NISPOM Changes
How to Integrate Values into Your Company and Make Them Matter
Using your values statement to take your business to the next level A set of company values have long been considered an important part of setting the tone of company culture and success. Your values are what can unify your employees, which in turn will create a better company culture and increase productivity. “The two most important things for any group of people are a clear sense of mission … [Read more...] about How to Integrate Values into Your Company and Make Them Matter
