Security Executive Blog

This article continues the series covering the Self-Inspection Handbook For NISP Contractors and guidance found in the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) Incorporating Change 2.     Contractors are required to be able to retrieve and dispose of classified information within a reasonable amount of time. The government owns it, so contractually, the contractor should turn it over upon request. An information management system will help with that task. Question: Is your Information Management System (IMS) capable of facilitating the retrieval and disposition of classified material as required? RESOURCE: ISL 2006-01 Information Management System under Industrial Security Letters at: http://www.cdse.edu/toolkits/fsos/safeguarding.html Answer: NISPOM 5-200. Policy. Contractors shall establish an information management system to protect and control the classified information in their possession. Contractors shall ensure that classi...

Interview with Jennifer Maki, Counsel Government Group at FLUOR In August 2009, President Obama directed a broad-based interagency review of the U.S. export control system, with the goal of strengthening national security and competitiveness of key U.S. manufacturing and technology sectors. As a resu lt, the Administration launched the Export Control Reform Initiative (ECR Initiative), which will fundamentally reform the U.S. export control system.  Understanding requirements and implementing best practices for export compliance is essential for avoiding International Traffic in Arms Regulations ( ITAR ) violations. marcus evans spoke to Jennifer before the upcoming 3rd Annual Advanced ITAR Compliance Conference . In her presentation, Ms. Maki will discuss global agreements and advancements surrounding technical assessment agreements (TAA). She will also explain the impact of the ECR initiative on TAAs and the implications for the international trade industry. Je...