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DoD Security Specialist Curriculum GS020.CU

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Description: This set of courses provides a comprehensive introduction to common DoD security practices and encompasses the DoD Security Specialist Course (GS101.01). Major areas of study include General Security, Industrial Security, Personnel Security, Information Security, and Physical Security. This curriculum can be completed separately or as a required prerequisite to the Phase II, instructor-led DoD Security Specialist Course (GS101.01)

Delivery: Web-based

Length: 35 hours

Target Audience: Entry-level DoD and Federal agency civilian, military, and contractor security professionals. The course is also suitable for Information Security Managers, Security Administrators, Program Managers, Declassification Specialists, Intelligence Officers/Analysts, and persons with additional duties as a Security Manager or who are seeking to enhance their knowledge of any of the above security disciplines.

Clearance Requirement: None

System Requirements: Internet Explorer 6.0, Flash Player 8, Internet bandwidth connection (DSL or better), Display 1024 x 768, Audio (16-bit sound card), Adobe Acrobat Reader 7.0

Registration: Students planning to attend the Phase II, instructor-led DoD Security Specialist Course (GS101.01) must register for this curriculum, even if they have completed all or some of the courses listed below prior to registration. Completed courses will automatically populate into the curriculum approximately 24 hours after registration. Students do not need to retake courses that have already been completed.

Registering for the curriculum prior to registering for the DoD Security Specialist Course (GS101.01) ensures students are registered for all required web-based courses and gives students access to the required Phase I comprehensive examination when it is assigned. The examination is assigned 60 days prior to the start of the course and will appear in the “TO DO” list in the student's STEPP account. For example, if a course is scheduled to begin on May 1, the examination will be assigned March 1.

When registering for this curriculum, the system will default to the course examinations. Students must check the box next to each course for the courses to load. It is recommended that students complete all courses, but students may go directly to the examination if they already know the subject matter.

Phase I Comprehensive Examination Criteria: Students have three attempts to pass the Phase I comprehensive examination. The passing score for each examination is 75 percent. The examination has a 1 hour time limit and is open book. Students who do not pass the examination on the first or second attempt must wait a minimum of 24 hours between examinations before making another attempt. The registrar will unblock the examination after the 24-hour wait period ends. Students who are unsuccessful on the third attempt will not be allowed to attend the Phase II course, but may register for a future iteration of the course. Note: This section only applies to students registering for the Phase II DoD Security Specialist instructor-led course (GS101.01).

Curriculum: The courses listed below are grouped by like concepts, beginning with General Security and followed by Industrial, Personnel, Information, and Physical Security. Approaching course content in this way adds context and continuity of learning. Students are encouraged to complete the courses in this recommended order:

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Additional Information: DoD 5200.1-R, “Information Security Program,” has been superseded by DoD Manual 5200.01, Volumes 1-4, “DoD Information Security Program,” dated February 2012. CDSE is currently updating all courseware, but please be aware that until all updates are completed, there will be references to DoD 5200.1-R.

CDSE courses are intended for use by Department of Defense and other U.S. Government personnel and contractors within the National Industrial Security Program.