The NCMS is proud to announce the Industrial Security Professional (ISP) Certification Program. The Society is providing a professional certification to qualified candidates who work within the U.S. National Industrial Security Program (NISP).
The intent of the ISP designation is to award professional certification and recognition to qualified candidates who demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities their profession demands. The basis for the examination is primarily the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), the supplements, and other information security concomitant rules and regulations to include Operations Security, proprietary information, etc.
Successfully completing the examination will signify the overall competence of the candidate on NISPOM requirements, so current and prospective employers will have a recognized criteria to evaluate their performance.
The NCMS Professional Certification Program is the result of a three year effort by the Society’s Education & Training Committee, as well as the Chapter Chairpersons and the National Board of Directors.
Purpose:
The purpose of the ISP certifi cation is two-fold: 1) to provide recognition of the professional training and qualifications of veterans of industrial and government security, and 2) to provide guidelines for professional training needed by new security employees.
Why Develop Our Own Program?
NCMS developed its own certification program because the Society saw a need to focus specifically on the needs of the Industrial Security Professional and to provide a vehicle for recognition of individuals who have achieved a standard of excellence in the field of industrial security.
What Do We Hope to Accomplish?
- Increase the professionalism within industry and government security;
- Enhance the recognition of industry and government security professionals;
- Increase the recognition of the NCMS as a premier security organization;
- Improve the cooperation between government and industry security personnel;
- Improve the security of national-security-related assets.
How Can YOU Become an ISP?
- You must have a minimum of five years experience in industrial security;
- You must be working in industrial security in your current position at least part-time (defined as at least 10% of hours worked;
- You must have a written recommendation from your current supervisor;
- You must submit a completed application, collateral materials, and payment to the NCMS headquarters no later than 30 days prior to the scheduled test date;
- You do NOT have to be a member of NCMS to apply to take the exam;
- For more information, please refer to the documents listed below.
Here are links to documents for the ISP program.
- ISP Brochure
This document provides requirements and qualifications for the program as well as information pertaining to the exam. - Application Form For use by those who wish to apply to become certified.
- ISP Certification Program Manual This manual provides details on the ISP Certification Program including benefits, philosophy, testing procedures, fees, etc.
- ISP Proctoring Instructions Not only are these important for Proctors, but Candidates should review them too. That way they can communicate to prospective proctors what is expected and are aware of the kinds of help the Proctor can provide.
- ISP Proctor Qualifications Candidates must use this set of guidelines when selecting a proctor for the exam.
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