Art of compliance – National Security Institute

Wednesday, April 16 10:10 AM Register for this Session Return to Full Agenda

Wednesday, April 16 10:10 AM

The Art of Compliance: Aligning NISPOM Requirements with Operational Realities

Moderator: Mitch Lawrence, Lawrence Solutions • Panel: Catherine Kaohi, CEO, C.S. Consulting • Richard Ray, FSO, Eutelsat America Corp • Patricia Brokenik, Security Director, General Dynamics

Use NISPOM to Strengthen Your Working Relationships & Credibility

Compliance isn’t about checking boxes—it’s about integrating NISPOM requirements into the way your organization actually operates. But in reality, bridging the gap between regulatory expectations and day-to-day business needs isn’t always straightforward. Security professionals must navigate gray areas, competing priorities, and operational constraints that make strict rule-following impractical.

This session goes beyond theory, providing practical strategies for making compliance work within real operational environments—without unnecessary friction. Hear directly from security professionals who have successfully balanced compliance mandates with business realities, learning what works, what doesn’t, and how to apply compliance principles with confidence and flexibility.

Key Takeaways

Lessons from the Field – Real-world insights from security professionals who have aligned compliance with business operations.
Interpreting NISPOM’s Intent – How to apply compliance principles practically while maintaining audit readiness.
Navigating Gray Areas – Strategies for handling ambiguous requirements, conflicting priorities, and operational challenges.
Building Internal Buy-In – How to foster cooperation so compliance is a shared responsibility, not just a security burden.
Streamlining Compliance Processes – Techniques to reduce friction while ensuring regulatory adherence.

This session is about understanding compliance in context—how to meet regulatory requirements while keeping security programs practical, effective, and aligned with business realities. Walk away with strategies to turn compliance from a challenge into a long-term operational strength.

Seats are limited—register today.