DCSA Security Conference for DOD
Only a few hundred seats left! Register now for the virtual DCSA Security Conference for DOD held Aug. 26-28. This annual conference serves as a premier forum that brings together key stakeholders from across the DOD to discuss evolving security policies, best practices, and collaborative approaches to protecting national security. Skip the airport, middle seat, and baggage carousel! This conference is virtual! Registration information and agenda highlights can be found here.
Insider Threat Detection Analysis Course (INT200.10 VILT)
Insider threats are one of the biggest risks to national security. But they aren’t always the result of a foreign enemy. Learn about these risks with CDSE’s virtual instructor-led “Insider Threat Detection Analysis” course Sept. 22-26. This 5-day training allows learners to apply critical thinking skills and applicable structured analytic techniques to potential insider threat indicators. Can’t make the next class? Check out the newly released FY26 schedule here.
Shadow Banking and Financial Fraud: Exploring North Korea’s Fraud and Sanctions Evasion Schemes
Don’t miss CDSE’s latest webinar “Shadow Banking and Financial Fraud: Exploring North Korea’s Fraud and Sanctions Evasion Schemes” Sept. 18 from 12-1:30 ET. Attendees will develop an understanding of the covert methods used by North Korea to generate and move huge sums of money. This session will walk-through real-world examples of fraud, money laundering, and conspiracies that unjustly enrich the regime, as well as red flags and risk indicators across business sectors. Webinar information and registration can be found here.
Registration Open for Fall 2025 Education Courses
Tick tock! Time is running out to register for CDSE’s graduate-level courses. These courses, evaluated by the American Council on Education (ACE) for credit recommendations, are a valuable opportunity for U.S. Government civilian employees and U.S. military service members to transfer credits toward a degree program. No need to dive into your saving account or take out a student loan as CDSE Education courses are tuition free! Explore the course catalog here. To register, log into STEPP here.
Constitutional Law and its Application to DOD Security (ED503.10)
Let CDSE help you grow into a leadership role within DOD security. Register today for CDSE Education’s “Constitutional Law and its Application to DOD Security” course (ED503.10) beginning Aug. 19. This 16-week course examines the origins of, distribution of, and limitations on governmental authority under the Constitution of the United States, as they impact DOD security policies, programs, and implementation. Registration ends Aug. 18. The course information page can be found here.
The Pulse
Check out CDSE’s other great publication, The Pulse. This monthly newsletter provides information on new job aids, education courses, and much more. The July edition discusses the Security Professional Education Development, more commonly known as SPēD, Certification Program. You can find the July newsletter here.
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