Overview

A strict requirement for federal contractors - including DoD contractors - is developing and implementing a comprehensive Insider Threat Program. Per the Center for Development of Security Excellence (Security education, training, and certification for DoD), “Insider Threat Programs are designed to deter, detect, and mitigate actions by insiders who represent a threat to national security.” One of the biggest challenges facing any organization today – regardless of industry, size or sector – is combatting the growing threats from the inside.

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Reporting Requirements

Per the DoD ISL 2016-02, NISPOM 1-202 requires the contractor to establish and maintain an insider threat program that will gather, integrate, and report relevant and available information indicative of a potential or actual insider threat.”

Key Elements of a Successful Insider Threat Program

Designation of a senior official
Program personnel
Training and Awareness
Access to Information
Monitoring of user activity
Integration, analysis, and response
Training Records

How to Get Started

Start by downloading our insider threat training program toolkit at the Arlington Security Portal (ASP).

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