Managing the security of classified information. What people with security clearances do. an interview with David Bledsoe ISP Iron Mountain

DoD Secure-Working with National Industrial Security Program

Security Clearance and NISPOM consulting

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We are so happy to have with us on our podcast David Bledsoe David Bledsoe.

He is the Manager of Industrial Security Compliance at Iron Mountain. In his job, he has oversight of 17 cleared facilities across the country, and provides training, leadership, and education to the local FSOs. We talk about security clearances background checks and working with customers on classified contract requirements. Iron Mountain is the world’s trusted partner for storage and information systems management and provides security storage, destruction, transportation and more.

An interview with a defense contractor security manager. What people with security clearances do and how security programs are implemented.
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www.redbikepublishing.com. security clearances, books, and training.
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FSO Consulting:
https://thriveanalysis.com/nisp/
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https://www.nispomcentral.com
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

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Managing the security of classified information. What people with security clearances do. an interview with David Bledsoe ISP Iron Mountain

DoD Secure-Working with National Industrial Security Program

published 5 years ago

MP3•Episode home

Send us a text

We are so happy to have with us on our podcast David Bledsoe David Bledsoe.

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

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Implementing an Effective Insider Threat Program for NISPOM Compliance 13:50

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Send us a text description NISPOM Compliance Consulting and FSO Services: https://www.thriveanalysis.com NISPOM Books and Training Resources https://www.nispomcentral.com Contact Jeff: jeff.bennett@nispomcentral.com Implementing an Effective Insider Threat Program for NISPOM Compliance Jeff Bennett from Thrive Analysis Group discusses the importance of implementing an aggressive insider threat program to ensure NISPOM compliance. He explains how such a program can protect sensitive information within clear defense contractors, commercial entities, institutions, and nonprofits. The video outlines the identification of sensitive assets, developing countermeasures, and training employees to recognize and report suspicious behavior as focal points of a robust insider threat program. Continuous evaluation, education on adverse information reporting, and practical steps for effective insider threat management are also covered. 00:00 Introduction to Jeff Bennett and Thrive Analysis Group 00:25 Understanding Insider Threat Programs 01:52 Identifying Insider Threat Behaviors 03:28 Implementing a Robust Insider Threat Program 05:27 Continuous Evaluation and Reporting 09:55 Training Employees on Insider Threats 12:36 Conclusion and Contact Information NISPOM Central 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. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show FSO Consulting: https://thriveanalysis.com/nisp/ NISPOM Compliance https://www.nispomcentral.com 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…

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The Importance of Training Uncleared Employees in Security Protocols 12:40

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Send us a text Jeff Bennett, owner of Thrive Analysis Group and NISPOM Central, explains the significance of security training for uncleared employees in defense contracting companies. The video details compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and covers mandated topics such as threat awareness, counterintelligence, and cybersecurity. Bennett emphasizes the importance of including uncleared employees in security training to prevent unauthorized access to classified information. He also highlights the need for regular training and self-inspection processes, suggesting outsourcing as a solution for overwhelmed FSOs. 00:00 Introduction to Thrive Analysis Group 00:28 Understanding the Role of FSOs 01:05 Outsourcing FSO Tasks 01:22 Developing a Sustainable Security Program 01:57 Today's Training Topic: Security Training for Uncleared Employees 02:09 NISPOM Training Requirements 03:34 Benefits of Training Uncleared Employees 04:49 Handling Classified Information 06:51 Training Tips for FSOs 09:14 Self-Inspection and Training Resources 10:29 Conclusion and Additional Resources visit https://www.nispomcentral.com NISPOM Central 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. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show FSO Consulting: https://thriveanalysis.com/nisp/ NISPOM Compliance https://www.nispomcentral.com 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…

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What happens after you get the facility security clearance 14:48

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Send us a text Consulting: https://www.thriveanalysis.com Books, Training and Resources: https://www.nispomcentral.com What's Next After Getting Your Facility Security Clearance? Join Jeff Bennett, President of Thrive Analysis Group, as he guides you through the steps to take after obtaining your facility security clearance. In this video, Jeff discusses the responsibilities of facility security officers, how to manage security programs, delegation of tasks, compliance with NISPOM, and preparing for self-inspections. Ideal for companies new to security clearances and those needing assistance in building and maintaining a security-conscious infrastructure. 00:00 Introduction to Thrive Analysis Group 00:20 Understanding Facility Security Clearances 01:10 Roles and Responsibilities of Security Officers 02:00 Guidance for New Facility Security Officers 03:04 Building and Managing a Security Program 04:01 Delegating Tasks and Using Resources 06:14 Developing Security Policies and Procedures 07:11 Handling Classified Information On-Site 11:18 Conducting Self-Inspections 12:33 Conclusion and Next Steps NISPOM Central 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. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show FSO Consulting: https://thriveanalysis.com/nisp/ NISPOM Compliance https://www.nispomcentral.com 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…

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NISPOM Required Training 21:16

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Send us a text Get the Training Security Training; It's That Important NISPOM requires that every cleared employee receives the initial training and the annual refresher training The rational for initial and refresher is because new employees are introduced to sensitive and classified government information and they should learn the fundamentals. Here are some great topics; just so happens to be addressed in NISPOM: The nature of classified material and how to protect it. Notice of their responsibilities to protect classified information and the consequences of unauthorized disclosure Recognizing and protecting U.S. and foreign government classified material Criteria for authorizing access to classified information Responding to classified information released to the public Security chain of command and support structure for addressing security incidents and violations Cleared employees on foreign travel For example, the newly cleared employee may not understand how to dial a combination or determine who to allow access to classified material. Without proper training, the newly cleared employees may make honest mistakes leading to security violations. Clearance, NISPOM, and FSO Consulting Thrive Analysis Group Inc is your resource for security clearance, NISPOM, and FSO consulting. NISPOM Central Providing 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 show FSO Consulting: https://thriveanalysis.com/nisp/ NISPOM Compliance https://www.nispomcentral.com 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…

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Security Clearances, Insider Threat Programs, Training 32:47

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Send us a text For some, the FSO designation is a career track with potential growth. For others, it’s an undesired appointment, part of doing business and just another additional duty. However, this responsibility should be taken very seriously as classified contracts depend on success. Regardless of whether desired or appointed, the FSO is key to managing classified contracts. Why not let Thrive Analysis Group Inc manage your FSO requirements while you focus on your core capabilities. We are uniquely positioned to equip your organization with FSO solutions and services. While you may be appointed as FSO, you should delegate FSO responsibilities to us. We provide a wide range of managed solutions. Leave FSO tasks to a trusted partner. FSO Solutions https://thriveanalysis.com/nisp/ https://www.redbikepublishing.com/insiderthreatprogram/ Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. Most organizations attack the problem with either an employee tracking or online activity reporting goal. After asking the above questions, we recommend a different solution. Of course the employee reporting and activity tracking solutions are important and part of the solution, but they should not be the end goal. This book recommends a different application that can easily be implemented to both resolve insider threat issues and demonstrate compliance. NISPOM Central 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. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show FSO Consulting: https://thriveanalysis.com/nisp/ NISPOM Compliance https://www.nispomcentral.com 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…

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Establish an Insider Threat Program Under NISPOM Interview 27:03

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Send us a text This is a collaborative effort with Clearancejobs.com and an interview from my newest book, Establish and Insider Threat Program Under NISPOM FSOs have a huge responsibility to protect contractor information. One important job is to start with an insider threat program. Most people make the mistake of relying on tracking employees and looking for suspicious behavior. That's not a good way to start. I've got a better solution. It's here in the video as well as my new book: Establish an Insider threat program under NISPOM. Tools, templates and procedures you can download. https://www.redbikepublishing.com/insiderthreatprogram/ Jeff is available for speaking and consulting https://jeffreywbennett.com Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. NISPOM Central 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. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show FSO Consulting: https://thriveanalysis.com/nisp/ NISPOM Compliance https://www.nispomcentral.com 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…

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Establish an Insider Threat Program 19:54

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Send us a text Jeff is available for speaking and consulting https://jeffreywbennett.com https://jeffreywbennett.thinkific.com FSOs have a huge responsibility to protect contractor information. One important job is to start with an insider threat program. Most people make the mistake of relying on tracking employees and looking for suspicious behavior. That's not a good way to start. I've got a better solution. It's here in the video as well as my new book: Establish an Insider threat program under NISPOM. https://www.redbikepublishing.com/books/ https://www.redbikepublishing.com/insiderthreatprogram/ Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. It also answers the question that so many people have asked, If we have the NISPOM, why do we need an insider threat program? If the NISPOM is so thorough, what would an additional insider threat program look like? Most organizations attack the problem with either an employee tracking or online activity reporting goal. After asking the above questions, we recommend a different solution. Of course the employee reporting and activity tracking solutions are important and part of the solution, but they should not be the end goal. This book recommends a different application that can easily be implemented to both resolve insider threat issues and demonstrate compliance. Establishing an Insider Threat Program Under NISPOM is written primarily for cleared defense contractors to meet Insider Threat Program requirements Jeff's Website Jeff is available for speaking and consulting Clearance, NISPOM, and FSO Consulting Thrive Analysis Group Inc is your resource for security clearance, NISPOM, and FSO consulting. NISPOM Central Providing 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 show FSO Consulting: https://thriveanalysis.com/nisp/ NISPOM Compliance https://www.nispomcentral.com 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…

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Training, inspections and other cleared contractor requirements 43:41

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Send us a text Free security clearance seminare https://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 "I nsider's Guide to Security Clearances " and " How to get U.S. Government Contracts and Classified Work visit https://www.redbikepublishing.com/fso-consulting/ Bennett Institute Online security clearance webinars and coaching. Providing security training and resources. NISPOM Central 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. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show FSO Consulting: https://thriveanalysis.com/nisp/ NISPOM Compliance https://www.nispomcentral.com 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…

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Security Clearance Justification and FSO training 24:28

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Send us a text 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.com Podcast 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 NISPOM guidelines. Conduct NISPOM training , and maintain classified documents. The FSO is designated to approve and implement policy that supports administrative requirements.– NISPOM Central 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. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show FSO Consulting: https://thriveanalysis.com/nisp/ NISPOM Compliance https://www.nispomcentral.com 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…

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