Our products are for Facility Security Officers (FSOs) who want to study NISPOM and continue FSO Professional Development
Issues with Current FSO Professional Development Choices
- There are no FSO college courses, creating a huge disadvantage to the industry
- The only availability for FSO professional development are after an employee is appointed
- FSO professional development is only available on government websites and professional organizations
Our FSO Professional Development Solutions
- We provide many individual products:
- FSO books
- FSO and ITPSO forms
- FSO and ITPSO policy templates
- FSO and NISPOM Fundamentals Training
- Cleared employee training
- We have combined products into impactful bundles:
- FSO Workbook and resources for building your security program that you can access and apply immediately
- FSO Professional Development product bundles
- Essential FSO and ITPSO forms and policies
- Cleared employee required training suite
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Our Books
FSO Professional Development Gap Identified
Have you noticed the lack of books for security specialists and FSO Professional Development? Sure, you can find books on security and loss prevention, but they do not tackle the tough NISPOM and FSO requirements.
We noticed it too. Consequently, we began filling the gap with impactful books that teach you skills that you can apply immediately.
Our books are great for FSOs who want to read and learn how to build compliant programs and sharpen their skills. Consequently, our books demonstrate how FSOs can implement NISPOM in their organizations.
Additionally, there is not one place you can go to for NISPOM compliance and FSO professional development books; until now. Consequently, we noticed that NISPOM requirements, compliance guidance and training reside in many hard to find and diverse locations.
Some resources are available from government or professional organization websites that require memberships and that’s a disadvantage for many. So we have created a place where you can learn without “paying dues”.
FSO Professional Development Gap Problem Solved
Now you have access to print copies of NISPOM, ITAR, FSO books as well as resources for explanation and training.
NISPOM Central is your one stop shop for NISPOM Compliance books and resources. This is a great place for buying corporate to equip your employees.
Our Most Popular Courses for FSOs
Security Awareness Training for Cleared Employees (Initial and Annual Requirement)
Derivative Classified Training for Cleared Employees (Every Two Years)
Insider Threat Training For Cleared Employees (Annual Requirement)
This training dives into National Industrial Security Program (NISP) requirements to protect classified information so that the student can better grasp the elements of National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM). When finished, the student will have a better understanding of how it applies to their cleared employees, facilities and protection for classified information.
The FSO Workbook
Why use the FSO Workbook
The FSO Workbook is an organized set of folders with products that FSO use daily. Keep reading or scroll for a comprehensive list of items.
The FSO Workbook achieves these objectives:
- Organized way to execute daily FSO tasks with sorted folders
- Foundation for demonstrating NISPOM compliance with documented artifacts including facility organization, memos, forms, policies and training
- Methodology and source material for self-inspection success
- Ability to review artifacts and demonstrate or “show your work” during DCSA Security Reviews
- Be more effective by using form templates, policy structure and tools; limiting reliance on email
We have provided what FSOs need at any phase of existence from sponsorship forward.
For facilities awaiting clearances, this FSO Workbook provides your blueprint you need to answer sponsorship requirements before they are due to DCSA.
If you already have your FCL, this product helps you stay organized. For example, artifacts such as forms and requests can be used to populate NISS, DISS and NBIS databases. Or download from these databases data to store as compliance artifacts.
FSOs spend a good deal of their time on DCSA databases, the FSO Workbook liaisons between the facility and the databases.
Many cleared companies may be at a disadvantage, lacking training presentations, policies and other documents. The FSO Workbook can help fill that gap. Basically everything an FSO needs to perform daily tasks and file in an organized manor. Download our files, tailor to your situation and apply to your security program.
For legacy FSOs with already established FCLs, this folder structure provides an organized way to maintain your records and my boost your efficiency. FSOs should live daily in the FSO Workbook.
How to Use the FSO Workbook
Many FSOs manage their programs with their version of an FSO Workbook. Consequently, they have sailed through DCSA security reviews.
It is a great method to manage your program. If you do not have an FSO Workbook or need assistance with your current workbook, its time to get started.
What is in the FSO Workbook
FSOs spend time daily in DCSA systems and databases. However, there must be a place to compile forms, training, tracking and artifacts to demonstrate NISPOM compliance. Additionally, while these databases are provided, FSO still need a repository to stage and maintain compliance documentation. Develop your FSO program and capture in FSO Workbook. The elements are:
Required Cleared Employee Training PowerPoints and Videos
- Security Awareness Training
- Insider Threat Training
- Derivative Classifier Training
- CUI Training
Essential FSO Forms for facility and personnel clearance maintenance including but not limited to:
- The Foreign Travel Form
- The Facility Security Officer (FSO) Appointment Letter
- The Insider Threat Program Senior Official (ITPSO) Appointment Letter
- The Security Clearance Justification and Request Form
- Insider Threat Program Policy
- Security Executive Agent Directive 3 (SEAD 3)
- Standard Practice Procedures: This Standard Practices and Procedures (SPP)
- Visit Request Forms
- Security clearance justification and processing forms
- KMP forms
- Request forms for DISS NISS and NBIS
- Required Briefing Forms
- Updated regularly
- Self Inspection Certification Memo
- Much more to get you started.
Essential Insider Threat Program Forms
- The Insider Threat Program Senior Official (ITPSO) Appointment Letter
- Insider Threat Program Charter
- ITPWG Meeting Agenda
- Insider Threat Program Policy
- Information Inventory Management and Risk Matrix
Make the FSO Workbook part of your FSO professional development program.
FSO Professional Development
Understanding NISPOM is Critical for FSO Professional Development Objectives
Our professional development plan includes the following products:
- Everything in the FSO Workbook
- FSO / NISPOM Fundamentals Training
- Reference Library and NISPOM Books
You might know that Facility Security Officers, NISPOM Compliance Officers and consultants are in great demand.
It’s incredible that the profession exists, is thriving, but without a formal education pathway. No college courses and the only training available is through government websites or joining professional organizations.
We want to change that with our courses, books and material. We have developed products and services to get you the training you need without going through a professional or government organization.
Perfect for those who want a path to FSO or those appointed as FSOs. This option is for FSOs and those who want to become FSOs and who want to develop a clear path to NISPOM compliance and the education to back it.
This FSO professional development opportunity provides In-depth NISPOM compliance and FSO tasks training and templates for FSOs and those studying to become FSOs.
Those who are already FSOs train with our products for:
- Certification and Continuing Education Unit requirements
- NISPOM compliance
- Strengthen the organization’s compliance posture through standardized training and documentation.
- Develop highly competent FSOs capable of managing day-to-day security operations with accuracy and confidence.
- Enhance audit readiness with templates, forms, and tools aligned to NISPOM requirements.
- Streamline FSO workflows using practical TPSO and FSO tools that reduce administrative burden.
Improve internal communication and stakeholder engagement through structured processes and guided training.
This professional development also answers questions that so many have asked:
- How do I become an FSO?
- These books and training resources break down some basic skills and how to acquire them
- How do I grow in my career?
- We provide training and certification opportunities that will help you establish credibility.
NISPOM Fundamentals TRaining
Understanding NISPOM is Critical for FSO Professional Development Objectives
NISPOM Fundamentals training is for those who want to understand performing under classified contracts.
This training is for those who want to:
- Learn about the FSO role
- Increase grasp of NISPOM
- Study for Industrial Security Professional (ISP) and the Industrial Security Oversight Certification (ISOC) Certifications
- Demonstrate compliance
- Understand security clearances and how to perform on government contracts
You can use this course to better understand NISPOM requirements and how to apply it in your organizations.
This training dives into National Industrial Security Program (NISP) requirements to protect classified information so that the student can better grasp the elements of National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).
When finished, the student will have a better understanding of how it applies to their cleared employees, facilities and protection for classified information.
NISPOM Fundamentals training is for those who want to understand performing under classified contracts, senior management officials, Insider Threat Program Senior Officials, Facility Security Officers, Cleared Defense Contractors, Cleared Employees, and those studying for Industrial Security Professional (ISP) and Industrial Security Professional Oversight Certification (ISOC).
We have assembled over 20 hours of NISPOM training. This webinar is perfect for:
Newly cleared employees
New Cleared Defense Contractor leadership
New FSOs
Some of the topics include:
- Classification
- Classified Processing on Information Systems
- Reporting requirements
- Open storage
- International
- Classified meetings
- Protection
- Subcontracting
- and much more
My name is Jeffrey W. Bennett and I have led security programs to protect classified information, served as an FSO, conducted risk assessments, and provided training for many, many security professionals.
I’ve taught this course over many years at the University of Alabama, Huntsville and continue to teach it live.
All of our training is applicable for:
- Training cleared employees
- Training Facility Security Officers and security personnel
- Security certification such as ISP and ISOC
Taking this 20 hour NISPOM course helps demonstrate application of DCSA Gold Standard Criteria.
FSOs and SMOs who take part in training and professional improvement can provide certificates to demonstrate attendance; you can get that certificate here.
This course is available on the Learning Management System, Teachable. You will be enrolled after purchase.
Once you sign up, I will enroll you in the course. You will receive an email from NISPOM Central and Teachable telling you how to log in.
FSOs Provide Training To Cleared Employees
Developing Material and Training Cleared Employees are FSO Professional Development Requirements
Our objective is to provide presentations for you to download and deliver to your cleared employees. The following are available in one bundle:
- Security awareness initial and refresher training
- CUI Training
- Insider Threat Training
- Foreign Travel Briefing
NISPOM requires the FSO to provide security training to cleared employees. Therefore, requiring personnel to spend significant and resources developing, presenting and tracking attendance.
We’ve taken the work out of it for you, so you can free up some time for other important security matters. For instance, we have created MS PowerPoint presentations for required training with certificates of accomplishment you can use to present and demonstrate attendance.
If you would like to free up time and resources, then try our solution. Each of our training downloads has built in notes that you can present, use as a template or further tailor for presentation.
Download and present, put on shared drive, email or otherwise make available to your cleared employees. Each presentation has a built in certificate of completion so that you can use to demonstrate compliance.
What Our Clients and Customers Are Saying About NISPOM Central…
Jeffrey Bennett's comprehensive guide gives defense contractors all the information they need to establish and maintain a successful security program. He pulls together information from Presidential Executive Orders and regulations from numerous government agencies. Readers will learn how to appoint and train a facility security officer, navigate the security clearance process, win contracts dealing with classified information, and how to secure and protect that information.
This book was extremely helpful and provides detailed information on how to get government contracts and classified work. It is a must for anyone wanting to get into government contracting. Jeff Bennett is knowledgeable on the topic and an expert. I highly recommend his book.
Our Lead Trainer: Jeffrey Bennett
FSO Professional Development; The Beginning
When Jeff began working as a Facility Security Officer, there were few resources learning how to become an FSO. Furthermore, while he had great mentors, there wasn’t much available for his FSO professional development opportunities. Someone recommended that he download the NISPOM and read it. Though that was a great start, it did little to prepare him for the work ahead.
Fortunately, he was able to work under a mentor who helped him to navigate the career until he could stand on his own. Once he became proficient in the career, he began to mentor others. That led to a career as an FSO and NISPOM compliance consultant.
Jeff also began writing books, training and tools for FSOs and key management persons. His professional development program is now live on NISPOM Central.
Here’s the rest of the story
While he spent time reading the NISPOM, he received on the job direction from experts. he also bought a lot of books about security. Though he couldn’t find any books about NISPOM, but there were articles and other books (outside of industrial security) on security, risk management, cybersecurity that would teach how to protect important assets. These books taught skills similar to what could be applied in the FSO field.
Since there were no NISPOM books and he had to go outside of the community to get books and resources, he decided to write and publish books specifically about the NISPOM and for FSOs. To this day, those outside of the defense contractor industry have no access to FSO job tracking. Jeff sees his mission as filling the gap in education and opportunity.
These resources have stood the test of time through various updates and NISPOM changes.
These are invaluable resources to have at my fingertips and I’m grateful I now have a source for quality, printed material. It’s well worth it.