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#DoD
#security
workforce.
Today in 1985,
@CIA
analyst, Aldrich Ames, volunteered to
#spy
against the U.S for Russia, receiving $50,000 in compensation. Check out our famous
#spies
poster to find out how long he went to jail.
On this day in history,
@NIST
was founded in 1901! Check out the timeline and videos of major milestones for one of the nation's oldest physical science laboratories here:
The Critical Thinking for Insider Threat Analysts course provides a high-level explanation of analytical and critical thinking as it relates to producing comprehensive analytic products for insider threat programs.
#SecurityTraining
#SecurityELearning
#WednesdayWisdom
Most
#InsiderThreats
exhibit risk indicators before engaging in negative behavior. Programs are designed to help people off the critical pathway and provide resources for positive outcomes. Follow
#InsiderThreat2019
Congrats to Donna Dodson
@NIST
for her distinguished career most recently as a Fellow and director of the National
#CyberSecurity
Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (NCCoE)
@NISTcyber
Cybersecurity legend Donna Dodson retired from NIST after 33 years on May 8. Read her reflections on her career in today’s Taking Measure blog post:
#IT
@NISTcyber
Sometimes, even seemingly harmless information can cause damage if shared with the wrong person. Check out a graphic novel to learn more about why unauthorized disclosures must be prevented
Be a
#cyberhero
! Sign up for CDSE’s Cybersecurity Awareness eLearning course to learn more about cyber intrusion methods, countermeasures, protecting critical systems and info! The course is web-based and can be taken at your own pace.
#BeCyberSmart
Are you a Physical Security professional? Demonstrate that you have the skills and knowledge to address physical threats by obtaining a Physical Security Certification (PSC). Learn more!
#CDSE
"The Army hopes to outfit soldiers with small, wearable tokens that will allow them simple, non-contact access to secure battlefield networks for communications while serving in the field."
Read the article and then let us know what you think from a
#security
perspective!
Registration is now open for The Espionage Investigation of Ana Belen Montes webinar Thursday March 21st from 1-2:30pm. Sign up by clicking on the link below.
The Espionage Investigation of Ana Belen Montes ()
Congratulations to Rebecca Morgan, Chief of Insider Threat Division at
@TheCDSE
, who was recognized as one of the Most Influential People in Security 2020 by
@securitymag
for her dedication to protecting people, property, assets, and critical data.
When safeguarding and protecting classified information, use a GSA approved container, vaults, and secure rooms, and NEVER leave classified information unattended. Check out our new security posters for your organizational security!
#LearnPerformProtect
January is OPSEC Awareness Month, and the theme is "Preventing and Reporting Unauthorized Disclosures." Sign up for CDSE's, online OPSEC Awareness course to learn how to implement OPSEC measures.
#OperationSecurity
#eLearning
#securityawareness
Light fixtures can only effectively guard against vandals if they are functioning properly. Consider protecting exterior lights with wire mesh or any material that leaves the light beam unrestricted.
#PhysicalSecurityhttps
://www.cdse.edu/catalog/elearning/PY109.html
The U.S. is a world leader in technology and innovation, making us a constant target of foreign intelligence entities. Download these job aids to help you better navigate
#Counterintelligence
threats.
#LearnPerformProtecthttps
://www.cdse.edu/resources/ci.html
Have you heard of STEP?
The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is a free service allowing U.S. citizens and nationals traveling and living abroad to enroll their trip with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
Learn more:
Are you on the hook to develop a counterintelligence foreign travel brief? Not a problem, CDSE has the perfect template already on the shelf. Cut and paste. Add your own logo.
Many Americans live with mental illness, including those w/ access to
#classified
info. Join in our effort to reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness and help prevent an
#InsiderThreat
by making sure your colleagues get the help they need.
@InTAwareMnth
#InsiderThreat2019
Only a few days left to register for the webinar with the
@FBI
Special Agent Edward You. He will talk about risks to emerging technologies and methods to protect your research and innovations. Register today!
#emergingtech
#innovationprotection
#FBI
A big thank you to all of our instructors at CDSE who teach our courses! We appreciate all of you!
If you have a great instructor experience to share, after taking one of our courses, let us know!
#NationalTeacherDay
Thanks for all you do
@NISTcyber
. For security pros working in cleared industry, CDSE has
#cybersecurity
training, certification, and security awareness resources available and easily accessible through our Toolkit here:
#LearnPerformProtect
In case you didn’t know
@NIST
's
#NCCoE
is a collaborative hub where industry organizations, government agencies & academic institutions work together to address businesses’ most pressing
#cybersecurity
issues.
Check out the center's recent projects
There’s only one week left until the 2023
#Virtual
#DCSA
#Security
#Conference
! There are still more virtual seats left. If you are an Industrial Security Professional, you can attend this event. Register today at
#2023VDSCI
Have you signed up for the upcoming webinar? Register today for the “Online Behavior in Threat Assessment” webinar scheduled for Thursday, March 7, 2024. Visit to learn more and register.
As September winds down, it doesn’t mean that the risk of
#InsiderThreat
does. Insider threats happen all year long and we have a wide variety of resources to help you stay aware and
#vigilant
Check out our Insider Threat Awareness eLearning course to learn common indicators of an insider threat and what to do if you suspect an insider threat. This is an online course that can be taken at your own pace. Sign up here!
The counterespionage showdown you have all been waiting for: Insider Threat in one corner, and Counterintelligence in the other! Join CDSE as we discuss the Venn of Counterespionage: where Counterintelligence and Insider Threat merge and diverge.
Want to know more on the Foreign Collection Methods; Indicators and Countermeasures? Start with CDSEs Counterintelligence Job Aid
@DeptofDefense
@MilitaryTimes
Do you have a security clearance?
If the answer is yes, you should know you are expected to report any changes or incidents that may impact your
#securityclearance
eligibility.
Click here to see examples of relevant info that should be self-reported
After achieving your SPēD certification or credential from CDSE, you must complete at least 100 PDUs within your two-year certification maintenance period. PDU categories and descriptions can be found on our PDU Fact Sheet.
Threats to the U.S. by foreign intelligence entities are becoming more complex, diverse, and harmful to the defense industrial base. Use this guide to protect our critical information.
#Counterintelligence
#LearnPerformProtect
Did you miss the webinar yesterday? All of our sessions are available on demand. Check out our
#InsiderThreat2019
topics: Cyber Insider Threat, Human Resources and Insider Threat, Insider Threat and the DoD CAF, Insider Threat for DoD Professionals, and more!