Inspection-Ready Security Awareness You Can Stand Behind

Employee Security Connection is a quarterly employee security awareness newsletter, purpose-built to remove three of the biggest burdens security teams carry.

From the moment you subscribe, it provides immediate inspection confidence by establishing a consistent, reviewable awareness campaign that fills the gap between annual training events—giving you a clear, credible strategy you can easily explain during inspection.

At the same time, it reduces day-to-day friction by delivering security content people actually read and relate to, leading to smoother cooperation and fewer preventable issues. 

And because the program runs reliably in the background, it takes ongoing awareness fully off your plate—freeing up time and mental space without sacrificing quality or credibility.

• No More Scrambling
• Delivered Ready to Go
• Inspection-Ready Artifacts
• Reduce Risk to Classified & CUI
• Reduce Your Compliance Risk

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• No Scrambling – No Operational Burden
• Delivered Finished & Ready to Go
• Inspection-Ready Artifacts – Easy Proof
• Reduce Risk to Classified Info & CUI
• Lower Your Compliance Risk Immediately

Inspection-Ready Security Awareness You Can Stand Behind

Consistent, Reviewable Awareness Aligned to NISPOM Expectations

Employee Security Connection is a quarterly employee security awareness newsletter, purpose-built to remove three of the biggest burdens security teams carry.

From the moment you subscribe, it provides immediate inspection confidence by establishing a consistent, reviewable awareness campaign that fills the gap between annual training events—giving you a clear, credible strategy you can easily explain during inspection. At the same time, it reduces day-to-day friction by delivering security content people actually read and relate to, leading to smoother cooperation and fewer preventable issues. And because the program runs reliably in the background, it takes ongoing awareness fully off your plate—freeing up time and mental space without sacrificing quality or credibility.

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The Defense Industry Chooses
Employee Security Connection

The Defense Industry Chooses Employee Security Connection

Confidence, Cooperation, and Time Back—Without Tradeoffs

Immediate Inspection Confidence—From the Moment You Subscribe

Employee Security Connection makes your awareness program bulletproof by putting in place a consistent, reviewable security awareness campaign that fills the gap between annual training events— you always have a clear, credible strategy to present during inspection.

Less Friction. Easier Cooperation.

Employee Security Connection reduces employee friction by making security expectations familiar and relatable through clear, relevant, and interesting content people actually want to engage with—so cooperation improves naturally and preventable issues decline.

Less to Manage. More Time Back—Without Tradeoffs.

Employee Security Connection takes ongoing security awareness fully off your plate with a predictable, ready-to-use program that runs reliably in the background—giving you time and mental space back without sacrificing quality or credibility.

Who Subscribes?

Who Subscribes?

Facility Security Officers, AFSOs and ITPSOs

Directors of Security and Multi-Site Program Managers

Human Resources &
Training Coordinators

Senior Management Officials (as Sponsor)

No Scrambling – You're Ready
for Inspection All Year Long

No Scrambling – You're Aways Ready for Inspection

The Employee Security Connection is built to let you confidently stand behind your security awareness program during inspection – dramatically reducing compliance risk by closing the gap between training events

Our Subscribers See Great Inspection Outcomes  

“During a recent audit, the Employee Security Connection helped prove we’re meeting our security education requirements.”
Ted Bertram, Security AdministratorViasat, Inc.
Ted Bertram, Security Administrator
“The Employee Security Connection also helps reinforce training topics we’re required to cover under NISPOM and other regulations.”
Michael Grant, FSOJANUS Research Group, LLC
Michael Grant, FSO
“Inmarsat Government received the Cogswell Award in 2023, which reflects the strength of our overall security program. We wouldn’t be where we are today without leveraging the Employee Security Connection.”
Leighton Quick, VP, Security, FSOGovernment Services and Systems, Viasat, Inc.
Leighton Quick, VP, Security, FSO
“The quarterly newsletter has definitely earned us points with DCSA during our site security review.”
Lebaron Sims, FSO/ITPSOToray Advanced Composites-ADS
Lebaron Sims, FSO/ITPSO
“We distribute it to all of our FSOs, post it to our security site for employees to read, and share it with our DCSA reps during inspections.”
Janet Fellon, Security Education, Training, and Finance, RMSLockheed Martin Corporation, Martin Maritime Systems and Sensors
Janet Fellon, Security Education, Training, and Finance, RMS
“NSI's Employee Security Connection helps us demonstrate to DCSA that we have a consistent, structured tool for delivering employee security education—it earns us positive feedback during assessments.”
Nicole Bevan, ISP®, Corporate Security ManagerApplied Research Associates
Nicole Bevan, ISP®, Corporate Security Manager
“I’m confident Employee Security Connection helps us earn positive feedback from inspectors when they see the effort we put into keeping staff informed.”
Boykin “Chip” Carter, Deputy Director of SecurityApplied Research Lab Intelligence & Security, University of Maryland
Boykin “Chip” Carter, Deputy Director of Security
“It also reinforces to DCSA that we take security training seriously and deliver it on a regular basis.”
Claudia A. Herte, Security Manager, FSOApplied Signal Technology
Claudia A. Herte, Security Manager, FSO
“During our most recent security inspection, DCSA positively noted our internal communication efforts, of which the Employee Security Connection was an example.”
Brad Tiffee, CAOIEM
Brad Tiffee, CAO
“Employee Security Connection is a key part of countermeasures fundamental to the NISP and reviewed annually by DCSA, one of many tools we use to stay both compliant and security-aware.”
Stephen Stachmus, FSOSchneider Electric Federal, Inc.
Stephen Stachmus, FSO
“Its effectiveness was further validated during recent audits, where inspectors provided commendable feedback on our security practices.”
Anne Marie Strickland, Corporate Security ManagerAlakaina
Anne Marie Strickland, Corporate Security Manager
“Great resource for our employees, helps us meet compliance, is affordable and the articles are worth reading!”
Susan Correia, SVPPURVIS Systems
Susan Correia, SVP
“It’s also a great asset during security audits, helping us demonstrate ongoing employee engagement and awareness.”
Connie Johansen, SFPC, Corporate Security Manager, FSOHX5
Connie Johansen, SFPC, Corporate Security Manager, FSO
“The quarterly issues exceed the NISPOM compliance requirement and keep security in front of our employees all throughout the year.”
Kyle Mckay, FSOFlightSafety International
Kyle Mckay, FSO

Our Subscribers See Great Inspection Outcomes  

Designed for the Realities of Security Oversight & Inspection

Designed for the Realities of Security Oversight & Inspection

The Employee Security Connection delivers inspection-defensible security awareness across execution, governance, and oversight roles—without adding operational burden.

Facility Security Officers,
AFSOs and ITPSOs

When you wear multiple hats and carry direct responsibility for inspection outcomes, you need more than content—you need a solution that reduces compliance risk, closes common inspection gaps, and is easy to defend under scrutiny.

Subscribers are able to:

  • Sustain ongoing security awareness aligned with NISPOM expectations without replacing required briefings or annual training

  • Reinforce reporting and insider threat responsibilities so employees know what to report and when—before issues surface during an inspection

  • Maintain dated, reviewable awareness artifacts that are easy to retain and present during assessments

  • Reduce compliance risk between required training events with a consistent quarterly reinforcement cadence

  • Clearly explain how security awareness is reinforced throughout the year, without scrambling or improvising during an inspection

Security Directors, Multi-Site Managers, Corp FSOs

When you’re accountable for inspection readiness across multiple locations or programs, your biggest risk isn’t effort—it’s inconsistency.

Subscribers are able to:

  • Deliver uniform, inspection-defensible awareness messaging across all locations and programs

  • Reduce variation between sites by eliminating the need for locally developed awareness content

  • Establish a predictable, enterprise-wide cadence that demonstrates program continuity and maturity

  • Provide reviewable awareness artifacts that support consistent inspection readiness when sites are sampled

  • Maintain centralized oversight without day-to-day micromanagement, freeing security leaders to focus on higher-value priorities

SMOs, Oversight Roles and Program Administrators

When you’re accountable for oversight and governance—but not day-to-day security execution—you need a solution that demonstrates responsible leadership, supports compliance expectations, and runs quietly in the background.

Subscribers are able to:

  • Demonstrate visible leadership support for the industrial security program without hands-on involvement

  • Provide consistent, organization-wide security awareness that aligns with oversight expectations

  • Support onboarding and ongoing awareness efforts with minimal coordination or administration

  • Rely on simple digital distribution that integrates easily into existing workflows

  • Confidently show that awareness efforts are sustained and intentional if leadership involvement is reviewed

  • How will SMO sponsorship bolster your inspection outcome?

Our Subscribers Love the Productivity Boost  

Our Subscribers Love the Productivity Boost  

“It also reduces the workload on our security team.”
Ted Bertram, Security AdministratorViasat, Inc.
Ted Bertram, Security Administrator
“It also saves our security team valuable time—we no longer have to create a newsletter ourselves.”
Leelena Wheeler, FSOL3Harris Technologies
Leelena Wheeler, FSO
“Security is a team effort, and Employee Security Connection helps me tie everything together each quarter with minimal effort.”
Leighton Quick, VP, Security, FSOGovernment Services and Systems, Viasat, Inc.
Leighton Quick, VP, Security, FSO
“It has also reduced our team’s workload.”
Brooke Fuemmeler, ASFOBoecore/Ascension Engineering Group/Orbit Logic
Brooke Fuemmeler, ASFO
“Utilizing the Security Connection has also helped free up time to work on other requirements.”
Holly Reynolds, FSOTrident Systems
Holly Reynolds, FSO
“It has also significantly reduced our team’s workload by eliminating the need to write, design, and schedule content ourselves.”
Nicole Bevan, ISP®, Corporate Security ManagerApplied Research Associates
Nicole Bevan, ISP®, Corporate Security Manager
“The Employee Security Connection consistently reduces our team’s workload by delivering relevant, ready-to-share content that resonates with both cleared and uncleared employees.”
Darren Quarles, SFPC, Director of SecurityCOLSA Corporation
Darren Quarles, SFPC, Director of Security
“It’s a real time-saver for our security team and helps us provide clear, consistent messaging across the organization.”
Jean Dunn, Finance Manager, FSOMentis Sciences, Inc.
Jean Dunn, Finance Manager, FSO
“The Employee Security Connection is a simple and effective way to keep employees updated and aware of security issues and stories.”
Tina Barrington, Security Manager, FSO, ITPSO, IS-SAArmtec Defense Technologies
Tina Barrington, Security Manager, FSO, ITPSO, IS-SA
“We’ve found it easy to customize. Adding our logo was seamless, and we really appreciate the flexibility of the last page for including company-specific security updates.”
Connie Johansen, SFPC, Corporate Security Manager, FSOHX5
Connie Johansen, SFPC, Corporate Security Manager, FSO

Set Your Security Awareness Program on Automatic

Once you subscribe, it just works—quietly and consistently. You don’t even have to think about it.

  • No content creation or last-minute preparation

  • No editing, formatting, or coordination required

  • Each issue arrives ready to distribute and retain for inspection

  • Delivered on a predictable schedule

  • Ready-to-use, inspection-suitable format

  • No internal resources or IT support required

  • One less compliance task to manage

Our Subscribers Report Impacts on Behavior 

“Since subscribing to Employee Security Connection, our company’s security awareness level has increased significantly, rising from a 3 to a 7 on a 10-point scale.”
Lebaron Sims, FSO/ITPSOToray Advanced Composites-ADS
Lebaron Sims, FSO/ITPSO
“Each distribution usually sparks several reports that might have otherwise been overlooked or forgotten.”
Steve Bergeman, Facility Security OfficerBlack & Veatch Special Projects Corp.
Steve Bergeman, Facility Security Officer
“The articles connect security to real life, covering topics like phishing scams, safe online shopping, and mobile device security, which makes the content relatable and encourages good habits at work and at home.”
Michael Laurie, Executive Director of Information Protection and SecurityOdyssey
Michael Laurie, Executive Director of Information Protection and Security
“We've seen employees become more alert and proactive about spotting and reporting suspicious activity.”
Michael Grant, FSOJANUS Research Group
Michael Grant, FSO
“The content focuses on helping employees understand security risks and identify insider threats.”
Kyle Mckay, FSOFlightSafety
Kyle Mckay, FSO
“By delivering accurate, real-world information, it has empowered employees to make informed decisions and take greater personal accountability in safeguarding sensitive information.”
Anne Marie Strickland, Corporate Security ManagerAlakaina
Anne Marie Strickland, Corporate Security Manager
“It’s clearly contributed to the company’s overall awareness and security culture.”
Valerie Tarantino Setneska, FSO, Industrial Security, Corporate Regulatory ComplianceRTI International
Valerie Tarantino Setneska, FSO, Industrial Security, Corporate Regulatory Compliance
“NSI’s Employee Security Connection has strengthened our security program by sharing timely news stories and reinforcing key security practices employees can apply both at work and at home.”
Janet Fellon, Security Education, Training, and Finance, RMSLockheed Martin Corporation
Janet Fellon, Security Education, Training, and Finance, RMS
“Simply put: greater awareness solves most issues, and the Employee Security Connection delivers exactly that.”
Morgan Roberts, Counterintelligence Officer, CI/CT DivisionNASA HQ
Morgan Roberts, Counterintelligence Officer, CI/CT Division
“We subscribe to NSI’s Security Connection because it educates our employees on numerous security awareness topics critical to creating a strong security culture.”
Holly Reynolds, FSOTrident Systems
Holly Reynolds, FSO

Our Subscribers Report a Tangible Impact on Behavior 

A Security Awareness Solution That Pays Off in Multiple Ways

Engaged employees create fewer problems—and fewer inspection surprises because they:

  • Know what to report and when

  • Retain key security responsibilities over time

  • Operate with greater caution around sensitive information

  • Contribute to smoother, more predictable inspections

Our Subscribers Report Excellent Feedback

“I regularly get positive feedback from employees about how easy the layout is to read.”
Leelena Wheeler, FSOL3Harris Technologies
Leelena Wheeler, FSO
“I get regular thank-you notes from employees when I send out our Employee Security Connection.”
Thomas Brown, Director, Government Security OperationsAECOM
Thomas Brown, Director, Government Security Operations
“Employees look forward to receiving the quarterly Employee Security Connection, especially the seasonal tips—like summer vacation reminders and holiday scam warnings.”
Steve Bergeman, Facility Security OfficerBlack & Veatch Special Projects Corp.
Steve Bergeman, Facility Security Officer
“Employee Security Connection has been well received across our organization—we’ve gotten positive feedback from employees, and it’s clear the content resonates.”
Connie Johansen, SFPC, Corporate Security Manager, FSOHX5
Connie Johansen, SFPC, Corporate Security Manager, FSO
“Security Connection assists us on a wide level to keep our plant population informed of the threats around us.”
Jordan Loyd, NRC Compliance SpecialistBWXT
Jordan Loyd, NRC Compliance Specialist
“By sharing real-world incidents, lessons learned, and success stories, Employee Security Connection normalizes security conversations and fosters open discussion.”
Michael Laurie, Executive Director of Information Protection and SecurityOdyssey
Michael Laurie, Executive Director of Information Protection and Security
“Great newsletter. Information for cleared and uncleared personnel. Employees thank us for making the information available!”
Susan Neal, FSO3dB Labs
Susan Neal, FSO
“My team is young and new to the cleared world—and they love the stories in the Employee Security Connection.”
Tammy Breeding, FSOTRED
“Not only do the employees learn something new, but so does the security staff.”
Holly Reynolds, FSOTrident Systems
Holly Reynolds, FSO
“I’ve seen firsthand the value it brings, both in supplementing security training and in earning positive feedback from employees and government alike.”
Rudy DuBord, Director, EHSSJuniper Networks
Rudy DuBord, Director, EHSS

Our Subscribers Report Excellent Employee Feedback

Our Subscribers Report Excellent Employee Feedback

A Smart Decision Every One of Your Stakeholders Recognizes

The Employee Security Connection is the practical, cost-effective awareness solution security teams rely on and business leaders support

  • Business leaders value the low operational burden and cost-efficiency

  • Inspectors see consistent, reviewable activity rather than one-time effort

  • Employees respond to concise, relevant content that’s easy to absorb and act on

  • Security teams appreciate the freedom to be more productive

Everything You Need—Handled for You Automatically

Employee Security Connection can be your complete, inspection-defensible awareness campaign delivered on a predictable schedule with inspection-ready artifacts – and zero operational lift. 

Here's what you get at the start of each new quarter:

Ready-to-Go Awareness Campaign Assets

  • An 8-page digital security awareness newsletter ready to email or post internally

  • Simple logo placement so the newsletter reflects your organization

  • A pre-written email cover message to make distribution fast and consistent

  • An optional add-in page for your own updates, reminders, or local information

Everything arrives ready to go — no heavy lift or disruptive scramble. 

Quality Content People Actually Read

  • Clear, concise writing designed for busy employees

  • A mix of short and longer pieces that are easy to scan and retain

  • Relatable, real-world topics that don’t feel like “training homework”

  • Content that blends personal and family security awareness with workplace-relevant topics

  • Creative reinforcement of core topics throughout the year

You want folks to actually engage and retain information, right? 

Confidence, Coverage, and Inspection Readiness

  • A predictable quarterly cadence that keeps awareness running even when priorities shift

  • Ongoing reinforcement between required training events, without adding work

  • Dated, reviewable awareness artifacts you can retain and show during inspection

  • Optional visible leadership sponsorship, supporting oversight and governance narratives

Subscribe & forget about it – we trigger & fulfill your outreach process

Even More Excellent Employee Feedback

Even More Excellent Employee Feedback

“We’ve seen stronger employee engagement around OPSEC, Insider Threat, and day-to-day security awareness.”
Boykin “Chip” Carter, Deputy Director of SecurityApplied Research Lab for Intelligence & Security, University of Maryland
Boykin “Chip” Carter, Deputy Director of Security
“It helps us regularly connect with our broader workforce—including both cleared and uncleared employees.”
Ted Bertram, Security AdministratorViasat, Inc.
Ted Bertram, Security Administrator
“That ongoing awareness supports employee engagement and helps build a security-minded culture.”
Tina Barrington, Security Manager, FSO, ITPSO, IS-SAArmtec Defense Technologies
Tina Barrington, Security Manager, FSO, ITPSO, IS-SA
“Your newsletter has been instrumental in strengthening employee engagement and fostering a more security-aware workforce.”
Anne Marie Strickland, Corporate Security ManagerAlakaina
Anne Marie Strickland, Corporate Security Manager
“We regularly get requests from employees asking if they may share a newsletter article with a family member or friend.”
Thomas Brown, Director, Government Security OperationsAECOM
Thomas Brown, Director, Government Security Operations
“I regularly receive positive feedback and can often align each edition with a current area of concern raised by our Cybersecurity, IT, or Engineering teams.”
Leighton Quick, VP, Security, FSOGovernment Services and Systems, Viasat, Inc.
Leighton Quick, VP, Security, FSO
“Employees at all levels have responded very positively to the information it provides, and it’s clearly heightened their awareness of potential security risks both on the job and in their personal lives.”
Lebaron Sims, FSO/ITPSOToray Advanced Composites-ADS
Lebaron Sims, FSO/ITPSO
“We’ve seen stronger employee engagement, with many staff offering positive feedback on the content.”
Nicole Bevan, ISP®, Corporate Security ManagerApplied Research Associates
Nicole Bevan, ISP®, Corporate Security Manager
“The articles are always well received—and we get positive feedback every time.”
Darren Quarles, SFPC, Director of SecurityCOLSA Corporation
Darren Quarles, SFPC, Director of Security
“Employee Security Connection has been well received across our organization—we’ve gotten positive feedback from employees, and it’s clear the content resonates.”
Connie Johansen, SFPC, Corporate Security Manager, FSOHX5
Connie Johansen, SFPC, Corporate Security Manager, FSO

Invite Your SMO to Sponsor

Why SMO Sponsorship Matters

Under NISPOM, the Senior Management Official is ultimately accountable for the effectiveness of the security program. Sponsoring Employee Security Connection is a simple, low-burden way for the SMO to demonstrate visible support and ongoing engagement—without taking on operational responsibilities.

Rather than a one-time acknowledgement, sponsorship creates a consistent signal of leadership involvement that aligns with inspection expectations.

“The Employee Security Connection has been a valuable asset to our security program.”
Julie Saylor, FSO / Project & Program Mgmt. AnalystNCR Government Systems
Julie Saylor, FSO / Project & Program Mgmt. Analyst
“The newsletter demonstrates our organization’s commitment to security awareness and education, which is definitely a plus during government assessments.”
Steve Bergeman, Facility Security OfficerBlack & Veatch Special Projects Corp.
Steve Bergeman, Facility Security Officer
“Employee Security Connection has been a valuable tool in strengthening our security culture.”
Michael Laurie, Executive Director of Information Protection and SecurityOdyssey
Michael Laurie, Executive Director of Information Protection and Security
“The Employee Security Connection has been a real asset—for both our company and our employees.”
Michael Grant, FSOJANUS Research Group
Michael Grant, FSO
“I highly recommend adding Security Connection to your security program.”
Kyle Mckay, FSOFlightSafety
Kyle Mckay, FSO
“The Employee Security Connection provides valuable insights that help inform our agency, reinforce a strong security culture, and enhance security education for our staff.”
Teri Cartledge, Security SpecialistArchitect of the Capitol
Teri Cartledge, Security Specialist
“We originally shared the ESC newsletter with our security teams, but after a new CEO joined…he immediately asked that it be distributed to our entire executive leadership team.”
Valerie Tarantino Setneska, FSO, Industrial Security, Corporate Regulatory ComplianceRTI International
Valerie Tarantino Setneska, FSO, Industrial Security, Corporate Regulatory Compliance
“It has earned credibility with our leadership and staff as a trusted, staple resource within our program.”
Janet Fellon, Security Education, Training, and Finance, RMSLockheed Martin Corporation
Janet Fellon, Security Education, Training, and Finance, RMS
“The awareness briefings you and your organization provide continue to be an essential internal service at NASA.”
Morgan Roberts, Counterintelligence Officer, CI/CT DivisionNASA HQ
Morgan Roberts, Counterintelligence Officer, CI/CT Division
“An ROI that's easy to substantiate.”
Thomas Brown, Director, Government Security OperationsAECOM
Thomas Brown, Director, Government Security Operations

It’s a Practical Move

Used thoughtfully, the quarterly rhythm can also support simple, documented touchpoints with the SMO—providing context for broader program updates without creating new meetings or reporting overhead.

  • Security is visibly positioned as a business priority, not just a security office function

  • Leadership engagement is reinforced on a predictable cadence, rather than only at inspection time

  • Oversight conversations become easier and more natural, supported by a shared, tangible artifact

We Make Sponsorship Easy

SMO sponsorship doesn’t require additional work or technical setup – and the result is visible leadership involvement that is easy to explain, easy to sustain, and easy to defend during an inspection.

  • Send the newsletter from the SMO’s email account (coordinated through their admin)

  • Use the pre-written cover message we provide, lightly edited to reflect the SMO’s voice

  • Show leadership the finished product—branded, dated, and inspection-suitable

  • Extend awareness beyond cleared personnel at no additional cost, reinforcing security culture across the organization
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• No scrambling, no content creation
• Everything delivered ready-to-go
• Inspection-ready artifacts are powerful proofs
• Reduced risk to classified information & CUI
• Dramatically lowered compliance risk – without added workload