July Pulse
We recently released the CDSE Pulse, a monthly security awareness newsletter that features topics of interest to the security community. In addition, we share upcoming courses, webinars, and conferences. The July newsletter focused on Completing the DD Form 254. Check out all the newsletters in CDSE’s Electronic Library or subscribe/update your current subscription to get the newsletter sent directly to your inbox by submitting your email address to CDSE News!]
Register Now for Upcoming Webinars
CDSE invites you to participate in all our upcoming webinars:
NBIS: The Future of Personnel Vetting
Thursday, August 18, 2022
1:00pm to 2:00 pm ET
Physical Security Posture: Security-In-Depth
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. ET
Counter Insider Threat Resources for Your Organization
Thursday, September 8, 2022
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. ET
Disinformation and Insider Threat
Tuesday, September 13, 2022
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. ET
Personnel Vetting Policy Overview with OUSD(I&S)
Wednesday, September 14, 2022
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm ET
Visit Webinars and Conferences to sign up for all four events and join the discussion!
September Cybersecurity Instructor-led Course
The next “Assessing Risk and Applying Security Controls to NISP Systems,” CS301.01 instructor-led course is scheduled to start September 12, 2022. This five-day course provides students with guidance on applying policies and standards used throughout the U.S. Government to protect information within computer systems, as delineated by the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process. This course will also provide a comprehensive understanding of contractor requirements under the National Industrial Security Program (NISP). The target audience for this training includes Information System Security Managers (ISSMs), Information System Security Officers (ISSOs), and Facility Security Officers (FSOs) involved in the planning, management, and execution of security programs for cleared industry.
To learn more, register, and view the required prerequisites, visit https://www.cdse.edu/Training/Instructor-led/CS301/
New RMF Cybersecurity Course
CDSE recently released the new cybersecurity eLearning course “Risk Management Framework (RMF): Prepare Step,” (CS101.16). This course provides training to DOD personnel with assessment and authorization responsibilities to help them prepare the organization to manage its security and privacy risks using the Risk Management Framework. To learn more, register, and access course resources, visit https://www.cdse.edu/Training/eLearning/CS101/
Updated RMF Cybersecurity Course Now Available
CDSE recently released the updated cybersecurity eLearning course “Introduction to the Risk Management Framework (RMF),” (CS124.16). This course identifies policies and regulations that govern the DOD RMF process, and defines DOD Information Technology and the categories of DOD information affected by the RMF. Additionally, it provides an understanding of the Seven Step Implementation process of RMF and the RMF’s applicability to the DOD Acquisition Process.
This course was updated to introduce a new RMF Prepare Step because of major changes to Policy and Guidance. It also reflects updates to information flow, content, graphics and terminology refresh to ensure alignment with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 800-37 Rev 2, Risk Management Framework for Information Systems and Organizations: A System Life Cycle Approach for Security and Privacy.
To learn more and register for the updated course, visit https://www.cdse.edu/Training/eLearning/CS124/
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