NISPOM training, education and certification

Send us Fan Mail  We are pleased to present the newest podcast. In this issue, we address security certification and security training because; New Year's Resolutions. ISP® AND ISOC Master Exam Prep is now available here and at most online book stores.Also, we've provided real world security discussions and frequently asked questions. These occasions have proven to be good opportunities to clarify understanding of security policies and the reasons we do what we do.  We would love to hear your stories as well.     We hope you continue to learn and benefit from our newsletter and products. If you are, please refer us to a friend or forward this newsletter with our appreciation.  Stop by our advertisers websites as well. You just might find what you are looking for.  Have you taken the next step to being competitive in the government contracts arena? If not, this article will provide information and tips based on a proven method of studying for and passing the exam. Why earn a certification?There are several reasons to achieve certification. One of which allows cleared defense contractor owners and employees to take advantage of opportunities offered in the recent Presidential Executive Order: National Security Professional Development. The Executive order states: "In order to enhance the national security of the United States...it is the policy of the United States to promote the education, training, and experience of current and future professionals in national security positions (security professionals)..."The National Strategy identified in the Executive Order provides a plan to give security professionals access to education, training to increase their professional experience in efforts to increase their skill level and ability to protect our nation's secrets.The ISP Certification is sponsored by NCMS (Society for Industrial Security) a professional organization specializing in protecting classified information. The ISP holder demonstrates a high level of knowledge in this area. The certification is based on the National Industrial Security Professional Operating Manual (NISPOM) but also covers electives such as: COMSEC, OPSEC, and other topics.Industrial Security Oversight Certification (ISOC) is sponsored by the Department of Defense and information can be accessed at https://www.cdse.edu/certification/Guidance for protection classified information that can be applied for training and certification: How to Get U.S. Government Contracts and Classified Work | Red Bike Publishing https://bennettinstitute.com/courses/ This discussion follows the topics: Apply proper initial marking requirements  Identify decontrol requirements  Describe safeguarding requirements  Identify proper destruction methods  Apply appropriate access and dissemination controls  Resources:How to Get U.S. Government Contracts and Classified Work.Insider's Guide to Security ClearancesSecurity Clearance and NISPOM TrainingNISPOM CentralProviding security clearance books, training, and resources for cleared defense contractors.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFSO Consulting:https://thriveanalysis.comNISPOM Compliancehttps://www.nispomcentral.comhttps://www.nispom.comThe Trusted Advisor for Technology Protection, FSO and NISPOM consulting. After dialing in my craft and many years of honing program protection experiences, I became a trusted advisor. I am currently supporting customers with technology protection and NISPOM compliance topics.INDUSTRIAL SECURITY TRUSTED ADVISORWhat Trusted Advisor Involves:I partner with executive leadership to design and operate security programs that meet and exceed NISPOM requirements. Results you can measure immediately:Prepared commercial organizations for defense contracting and NISPOM complianceDesigned ready to implement security programs before, during and after facility clearance awardRescued high risk security programs with quick turnaround; usually within 30 daysAchieved Commendable and Superior DCSA review ratingsDeveloped compliant FOCI mitigation programs