The Industrial Security Program is a multi-disciplinary security program focused on the protection of classified information developed by or entrusted to U.S. industry operating under the National Industrial Security Program (NISP). If you are new to industrial security, we suggest you review the Introduction to Industrial Security course to develop a basic foundation of Industrial Security concepts and principles. Then, depending on your role in the NISP, it is recommended that you complete the appropriate program listed. After review of these training products, additional training is available on this webpage to expand your knowledge and skills.
Common and shared understanding of security functional tasks, and the knowledge and skills associated with the competencies required to perform those tasks for distinct security disciplines and responsibilities
Select groups of related courses that highlight special areas of studies
Internet-based, self-paced training courses
DAU Courses
Courses taught by training staff and guest instructors at CDSE in Linthicum,MD and various mobile training sites
Security products designed to provide guidance and information to perform specific tasks
Quick and easy ways to test your knowledge and encourage security awareness at your organization
Posters available to download and promote security awareness in the workplace
Training videos, usually in 10 minutes or less, that allows you to refresh your knowledge of a critical topic or quickly access information needed to complete a job
Repositories of role-based resources that serve as one-stop shops for security essentials
Online, informative events available live, on-demand, or previously recorded that address topics and issues of interest to defense security personnel
Scheduled, eLearning facilitated by instructors through CDSE's online Collaborative Learning Environment