Security specialists can learn how to develop and implement effective physical security measures, assess and respond to cyber and insider threats, and manage security risks to protect personnel, assets, and information in federal agencies.
Overview
Syllabus
Module 1: Introduction to Physical Security
- Understanding the first layers of defense in protecting personnel, assets, and classified information.
- Overview of physical and personnel security, including the role of HR, senior management, and security staff in the program.
- Examining the supervisors' role in identifying threats and ensuring adherence to security measures.
Module 2: Physical Security Site Planning
- Creating a physical security site plan to safeguard personnel and assets against threats such as espionage, terrorism, and theft.
- Exploring various security measures such as video monitoring, intrusion detection, and access control to enhance protection.
- Planning security with crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED) strategies and effective site assessments.
Module 3: A Common-sense Approach to Physical Security
- Implementing risk management strategies to prioritize vulnerabilities and mitigate potential threats effectively.
- Assessing threats such as tailgating, hackers, and unauthorized access, and implementing appropriate countermeasures.
- Training employees to recognize and respond to security threats, including safeguarding sensitive data and information.
Module 4: Other Physical Threats
- Understanding and preparing for bomb threats, workplace violence, and other physical threats to the security of personnel and facilities.
- Developing and executing a bomb incident plan, including evacuation, search, and disposal procedures.
- Identifying critical incident response teams (CIRT) and ensuring proper response to potential threats.
Module 5: The Cyber Threat and the Criminal/Terrorism Connection
- Understanding the intersection between cybersecurity threats and physical security, including the rise of cyber espionage and terrorism.
- Exploring the threats posed by cybercriminals, including social engineering tactics like phishing, and the importance of cybersecurity in physical security.
- Educating employees about risks related to mobile device security, password protection, and social media deception.
Taught by
Dan Kowalski, Judy Mintze, Natalya H. Bah, Richard Rodieck, Victoria Cox, Adrianna Harden, Sarah Gurwitz, Sineta Scott Robertson, DeShanta Hinton, and Caren Eirkson
