National Insider Threat Awareness Month - Shadow Banking and Financial Fraud: Exploring North Korea’s Fraud and Sanctions Evasion Schemes - and More!
September 12, 2025

National Insider Threat Awareness Month

September is National Insider Threat Awareness Month (NITAM) focusing on educating government and industry professionals about the risks posed by insider threats and the role of insider threat programs. All month long, CDSE will highlight resources, events, and FAQs surrounding this critical security topic. For more information, check out the NITAM website here!

Shadow Banking and Financial Fraud: Exploring North Korea’s Fraud and Sanctions Evasion Schemes

Learn more about North Korea’s financial schemes with CDSE’s webinar “Shadow Banking and Financial Fraud: Exploring North Korea’s Fraud and Sanctions Evasion Schemes” Sept. 22 from 12-1:30 p.m. 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.

Assessing Risk and Applying Security Controls to NISP Systems (CS301.01)

CDSE’s latest in-house training is fast approaching! Join us Sept. 22-26 at our Linthicum, Md. schoolhouse for “Assessing Risk and Applying Security Controls to NISP Systems”. This instructor-led course provides students with guidance on applying policies and standards used throughout the U.S. Government to protect information within computer systems. It will also provide a comprehensive understanding of contractor requirements under the National Industrial Security Program (NISP). Registration information can be found here.

Getting Started Seminar for New Facility Security Officers (IS121.10)

Are you a new Field Security Officer looking for some extra training? Look no further than CDSE’s “Getting Started Seminar for New Facility Security Officers” virtual instructor-led course! This three-day training held Oct. 21-24 allows new FSOs and security personnel the opportunity to learn and apply fundamental National Industrial Security Program (NISP) requirements in a collaborative environment. Students will learn about the DD 254, insider threat, reporting requirements, counterintelligence, security and contractor reviews, security training and briefings, and personnel security. Registration information can be found on the course page here.

Physical Security and Asset Protection (PY201.10)

Are you a physical security professional looking to increase your knowledge on how to protect DOD assets? Check out CDSE’s 5-day “Physical Security and Asset Protection” virtual instructor-led course! From Oct. 20-Nov. 7, students will learn how to identify and use regulatory guidance, methodologies, and concepts to protect DOD assets. The course examines physical security plan components and identifies assets, stakeholders, and protections. Certain prerequisites apply. Sign up for the course here.

The Pulse

Interested in monthly CDSE updates? Check out The Pulse -- a monthly newsletter that provides new job aids, upcoming courses, case studies, and more. The September edition focuses on National Insider Threat Awareness Month and available resources. View the September newsletter here.

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