Industrial Security Oversight Certification (ISOC)
Credential: Industrial Security Oversight Certification (ISOC)
Credentialing Agency: Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE)
Renewal Period: 2 years
The Industrial Security Oversight Certification (ISOC) assessment measures individuals understanding of industrial security skills in implementing the National Industrial Security Program (NISP), as well as ability to perform other industrial security functions, including facility security and conducting facility surveys and inspections.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Industrial Security Oversight Certification (ISOC)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Attainability:
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite: Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC).
- Experience
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for a Service member to meet eligibility requirements. Requirements listed here are based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
Exam Administration (View Details)
- In-person exam
- Remote proctored on-line exam
- Third-party test vendor
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 2 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE)
938 Elkridge Landing Road
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
Phone: (410) 865-3232
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Credential Pre-requisite REQUIREMENTS
Candidate must hold the Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC).
Other REQUIREMENTS
The Industrial Security Oversight Certification (ISOC) credential has the following other requirements:
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To be eligible for SPeD certifications, candidates should currently be in one of the following positions or roles:
- DoD personnel assigned to a security position or DoD volunteer;
- DoD contractor personnel performing security duties directly for a DoD Component; or
- Industry security professionals and practitioners performing duties under the National Industrial Security Program.
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A candidate should be an employee in “good standing” by having his or her DoD employment status or affiliation confirmed by Component’s SPeD Certification Program Management Office (PMO) Point of Contact (POC).
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Candidates are required to complete the SPeD Certification Registration Process in order to participate in the SPeD Certification Program:
- Notify your supervisor or DoD Component SPeD Certification PMO of your intent to participate in the SPeD Certification Program.
- In the Security Training, Education, and Professionalization Portal (STEPP):
- Create or update your account ensuring your User Profile information is correct.
- Select the checkbox in the User Profile section stating, “I would like to submit my information to create an account so that I may take SPeD certification tests.”
- Verify your “My SPeD Certification” account when you receive your welcome email.
- Select and complete the assessment request form link displayed on your “My SPeD Certification” account home page.
- Schedule an assessment event after approval from your DoD Component.
Written Exam
- Area of Expertise Industrial Security Basics (27%)
- Security Reviews and Inspection (33%)
- Security Systems and Requirements (40%)
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Industrial Security Oversight Certification (ISOC) examination:
- Best Sources
An additional resource is O'Reilly Learning Safari Books Online, a searchable digital library that provides online access to thousands of books, training videos and conference sessions. See the Educational Resources section on the Related Sites page here on COOL to learn how to get free access.
Testing Information
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Exam Administration
Credential exams may be administered in-person at a testing site, proctored on-line remotely, or have options for both. If an exam is administered through a test vendor, the third-party test vendor box will be checked. The following test administration options apply to the Industrial Security Oversight Certification (ISOC) credential where checked:
- In-person exam
- Remote proctored on-line exam
- Third-party test vendor
For more information on the Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE) testing process, visit the agency website.
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Third-Party Test Vendor Information
Testing for this credential is handled by the following vendor:
Pearson VUE
The test centers are located in the U.S. They also have some test centers on military bases.
To find out more, use the following links on the Pearson VUE website:
RECERTIFICATION
Industrial Security Oversight Certification (ISOC)
Renewal Period: 2 years