BTAC Bulletin

The Behavioral Threat Analysis Center's November "BTAC Bulletin" is now available! This edition focuses on intimate partner violence and its relation to national security. Learn about potential risk indicators and deterrence and mitigation techniques. The December edition can be found here. Previous iterations can be found under the headline resources here.

Beyond the Bulletin Podcast

CDSE is excited to share that our partners at DITMAC have released a new podcast "Behavioral Threat Analysis Center – Beyond the Bulletin". Peter Lapp and Dr. Kristin Schneider sit down with DITMAC Director James Shappell to talk about the BTAC, the Bulletin, the podcast, and his vision for each. Listen to the inaugural pod here.

Physical Security and Asset Protection (PY201.10 VILT)

Are you a physical security professional looking to increase your knowledge of protecting assets? Check out CDSE's 21-day "Physical Security and Asset Protection" virtual instructor-led course! From Feb. 23-March 13, students will learn to identify and use regulatory guidance, methodologies, and concepts to protect assets. The course examines physical security plan components. Certain prerequisites apply. Course information can be found here.

DOD Security Specialist Course (GS101.01)

The new year will be here before you know it! Kick off 2026 with CDSE's virtual "DOD Security Specialist Course" slated for Jan. 5-Feb. 1. The course provides fundamental knowledge to perform common security tasks and practices. It incorporates industrial, information, personnel, and physical security disciplines to understand interrelationships, related policies, programs, and procedures. Certain prerequisites apply. Course information and registration can be found here.

Assessing Risk and Applying Security Controls to NISP Systems

Register now for CDSE's "Assessing Risk and Applying Security Controls to NISP Systems" (CS301.01) course held Feb. 2-6 in Linthicum, Md. This five-day training provides guidance on applying policies and standards to protect information within computer systems. This course is recommended for information system security managers, information system security officers, and facility security officers involved in the planning, management, and execution of security programs for cleared industry. Can’t make the upcoming training? Check out other available dates here.

Activity Security Manager Course (IF203.10)

Interested in a course with instructor feedback? Register now for CDSE’s virtual instructor-led “Activity Security Manager” course held Jan. 25-Feb. 22. Requiring only a few hours of commitment per day over 4 weeks, this course covers information security policies and procedures to mitigate and manage risks associated with developing, managing, and evaluating an Information Security Program (ISP). Course information can be found here.

The Pulse

Looking for a monthly subscription instead? Check out CDSE’s other great publication, The Pulse. This monthly newsletter provides information on new job aids, education courses, and much more. The December edition focuses on security awareness and staying secure during the holidays, and the various resources and training surrounding it. You can find the December newsletter here.

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