Registration in this program is restricted to U.S. Government civilian employees and U.S. military service members only.
Description: This course is a comprehensive study of Defense Security as a cross-disciplinary function that supports the missions of DOD commands and agencies. The course addresses DOD security as a profession by integrating skills, disciplines, and responsibilities within the security field. It addresses the emerging role of multidisciplinary security generalist.
Students who register for this course should have a comprehensive understanding and some work experience with DOD security practices across disciplines. We recommend that students obtain the Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC), one of the core Security Professional Education Development (SPēD) Certifications, prior to registering for this course.
Note: The Registration for upcoming semesters of Advanced and Graduate courses begin 3 months before a semester start date. At that time, the "enroll me" button will become active and will allow users to register.
Course Learning Outcomes: This course will enable students to:
- Analyze and assess a broad scope of security disciplines and programs in the DOD.
- Evaluate security policy strengths and weaknesses and propose alternative solutions to mitigate or strengthen those policies.
- Analyze current security problems and propose ways to manage risks.
- Estimate the costs and effects of policy decisions on security programs and discuss the interdependence and integration of security systems.
- Evaluate the roles of security generalist and security specialist.
- Recommend strategies to increase the knowledge and skills of security leaders.
Delivery Method: Virtual Instructor-led Education (VILE)
Length: 16 Weeks
Target Audience: Restricted to U.S. government civilian employees and military service members
Clearance Requirement: None
Number of Students per Course: 20
Prerequisites: Freshman English from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent is recommended.
Requirements: This course requires students to complete weekly assignments including reading, research, and writing assignments similar to those required for a three semester hour graduate-level course. Students must make significant commitment of time to complete these assignments.
Prerequisites: N/A
Credit Recommendation: (What's this?): Three semester hours in security infrastructure or security management - graduate degree category.
Professional Development Units per SPēD: PDUs are determined by length of course and IAW with current Certification Maintenance Guidelines
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CDSE courses are intended for use by Department of Defense and other U.S. Government personnel and contractors within the National Industrial Security Program.