Introduction to DoD Security Specialist Course GS020.16

Description: This introductory course will communicate the Phase I, Phase I Final Examination, and Phase II requirements of the DoD Security Specialist Course Curriculum, GS020.CU, and will serve as a meta-organizer that ties all the pieces of the curriculum together. The intent of this Phase I online program of study will provide learners with a comprehensive and systematic introduction to the four major security disciplines (Information, Physical, Personnel, and Industrial Security) and encourage the learner to complete the courses in groups, or "units.” Approaching the content in this way adds context and continuity of learning by grouping like concepts together. Phase I provides the baseline knowledge and skills that will prepare learners to effectively apply their understanding of the DoD security programs during the Phase II instructor led course of study.

Learners must register for the DoD Security Specialist Course Curriculum (GS020.CU), which will allow a simultaneous registration of all Phase I courses and examinations within the curriculum. Learners shall pre-register for the iteration of the DoD Security Specialist Course they wish to attend through STEPP. Once the pre-registration is completed, learners will receive a confirmation e-mail which also contains the link for registering for the DoD Security Specialist Course Curriculum (GS020.CU). Since learners retain the option to “test out” of each Phase I course, registration for the curriculum will automatically include registration for the examinations, but learners will be responsible for selecting the courses they want to take once inside the curriculum. All courses and/or examinations must be completed before access to the Phase 1 Final Examination will be granted. When all Phase I requirements (to include the Phase I Final Exam), of the curriculum have been satisfied, you will then be eligible to attend the Phase II instructor led portion of the course, based on seat availability at the time of completion.

**CDSE recommends that learners complete the courses to prepare for taking associated examinations, but if the learner knows the subject matter, they may go directly to the examination.**

Length: 30 minutes

Target Audience: Who should register?

The Security Specialist Course Curriculum (SSC) is an entry-level course for DoD civilian, military, and contract personnel newly assigned to security specialist functions. The curriculum is also suitable for training other security professionals such as:

Information Security Managers
Security Administrators
Program Managers
Declassification Specialists
Intelligence Officers/Analyst with additional duties as a Security Manager

Clearance Requirements: None

Prerequisites: None

Requirements: 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

Note: 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. We are currently updating all courseware, but please be aware that until such time as 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.