Introduction to Special Access Programs (SAP) SA101.01 - DOD Security Specialist (GS101.01) - Upcoming CDSE Webinars - Virtual DCSA Security Conference for Industry - and More!
February 27, 2026

Introduction to Special Access Programs (SAP) SA101.01

Join CDSE on Hickam AFB, Hawaii, for the "Introduction to Special Access Programs" course from March 10 - 13. This is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your security expertise while enjoying the beautiful island surroundings. The course covers changes to DoDM 5205.07, security enhancements, and compliance inspection requirements. Register today!

DOD Security Specialist (GS101.01)

Don't just learn the rules, master the fundamentals that every security professional needs to know. Join CDSE in Linthicum, Md., from March 17 - 25 for the "DoD Security Specialist" course. This training provides a solid foundation across the four critical pillars of security: industrial, personnel, information, and physical security. For more details, check out the course page here.

Upcoming CDSE Webinars

CHASING CHI: The Historic Pursuit and Capture of Insider Threat Actors Webinar
March 19 | 1:00 – 2:30 pm ET

Join retired FBI Supervisory Special Agent James E. Gaylord as he tells the true story of how his team worked to investigate and convict six Chinese agents stealing U.S. secrets. Learn about the covert tactics and teamwork required to overcome obstacles in a case that protected America's most sensitive technology. Register today!

Cybersecurity: Understanding Basic Malware Webinar
March 26 | 10:00 – 11:00 am ET

Examine the current malware landscape, focusing on the seven biggest threats you need to know about. Based on NIST standards, learn to move from theory to action by understanding attack methods, implementing key defensive controls, and mastering the incident response framework. Register today!

Virtual DCSA Security Conference for Industry

Save the date: The virtual DCSA Security Conference for Industry will be held May 6 - 7. Stay tuned for more details and upcoming announcements about registration!

DOD Security Specialist Course (GS101.10)

Gain the credentials without the commute. Save your travel budget and join the CDSE's virtual "DOD Security Specialist Course" from April 6 - May 3. This program offers the ultimate flexibility, allowing you to build your expertise with just a few hours of study per day over four weeks. Dive into the core disciplines of industrial, personnel, information, and physical security in a dynamic virtual environment. Register today!

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

CDSE's "Getting Started Seminar for New Facility Security Officers" provides the foundational knowledge essential for your role. Join our three-day virtual course from March 24 - 27 to understand the critical pillars of the National Industrial Security Program (NISP), including insider threat, DD Form 254, and counterintelligence reporting. Get started by registering here.

Fundamentals of National Security Adjudications (PS101.10)

Build adjudicative expertise in CDSE's virtual "Fundamentals of National Security Adjudications" course from April 20 - 28. This training will equip you to:

  • Apply the whole person concept in evaluations.
  • Pinpoint security concerns using the National Security Adjudicative Guidelines.
  • Make sound personnel security determinations.

Register here.

The Pulse

The February edition of the CDSE Pulse is available in the electronic library! Check out our monthly newsletter detailing upcoming courses and resources for all your security needs.

Read the Latest BITAC Bulletin Today

The February Behavioral Threat Analysis Center’s (BTAC) Bulletin is online. Understanding the "why" behind a threat is critical to preventing it. The BTAC Bulletin offers crucial insights into behavioral indicators and threat analysis. Stay informed on the evolving landscape of behavioral threat analysis and enhance your organization's security posture. Access the bulletin here.

Tune In: DITMAC's Beyond the Bulletin Podcast

Listen to the latest episode of "Behavioral Threat Analysis Center – Beyond the Bulletin” podcast from DITMAC where experts discuss difficult workplace conversations and ways to prevent insider threats. Tune in here

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