Training
Insider Threat Training
Insider Threat Hub Operations Course
This course introduces and exercises the basic functions of an insider threat program’s centrally-managed analysis and response capability (referred hereinafter as the “Hub”). This is a practical, scenario-based course designed to expose personnel currently serving in or supporting an Insider Threat Hub to realistic events in the day-to-day operations of a Hub. Download 2026 Hubs-Ops Course Schedule (PDF)(external link, opens in new tab). Please contact NCSC_ETD_Training@odni.gov to register for this training.
Operational Security (OPSEC) Training
These training events are open to stakeholders in the U.S. Government. Although the training is unclassified and approved for public release, the information is intended for U.S. Government stakeholders only. No press or media are invited to the events and no information or material is designed for attribution or further dissemination without express permission. Download 2026 OPSEC Course Schedule (PDF)(external link, opens in new tab). Please contact NCSC_ETD_Training@odni.gov to register for this training.
OPSEC and Public Release Decisions
This course addresses the OPSEC issues that should be considered when reviewing information for public release and public access. Lessons can be applied to preparing information for release in all forms of media (e.g., print, web postings, and public speeches). After completing this course, learners will be able to edit information to be posted, written, and spoken by applying OPSEC principles; and achieve the originator’s objective without compromising critical information.
OPSEC and the Internet Course
This course introduces learners to common threats, vulnerabilities, and countermeasures associated with the internet. It will allow OPSEC practitioners to better assess the risk when using internet-based technologies.
OPSEC Analysis Course
This course enables learners to conduct OPSEC analysis. Attendees will be able to develop lists of critical information and the value of each item, identify threats and their values, identify common vulnerabilities and their values, calculate estimated risk, and determine viable countermeasures for reducing risk.
OPSEC Program Management Course
This course will provide learners with the knowledge needed to develop and sustain an effective OPSEC program. Upon completion of the course, attendees will be able to identify the required components of an OPSEC program, outline the responsibilities of program managers and coordinators, develop organizational OPSEC policies, and plan internal and external assessments.
Personnel Security Training
Personnel & Physical Security Training
This training is available to U.S. Government and military personnel engaged in intelligence activities, as well as NT-50, state, local, tribal and territorial personnel working with the Intelligence Community and private industry contracted with the U.S. Government on Intelligence Community activities. Please contact DNI_NCSC_Training@odni.gov to register.
Personnel Security Adjudications Course (PSAC)
The course framework is designed for security specialists or security professionals who support, or are engaged in, determining the eligibility of individuals for initial or continued access to classified national security information or eligibility to occupy a sensitive position. Participants are provided with insight into policies, directives, and laws for security professionals engaged in personnel vetting.
Sensitive Compartmented Information Security (SCIF) Training
SCIF Course
This course framework is designed for physical security specialists or any security specialist involved with the physical protection of sensitive or classified information, personnel, facilities, and installations. Participants are provided with a better understanding of Intelligence Community (IC) physical security policies and discuss the Life Cycle of a SCIF: design, construction, best practices, and operations from cradle to grave.
Special Security Officer Training
Special Security Officer Course (SSOC) Course
The course framework is designed for Special Security Officers (SSOs) who serve as focal points for the protection of Secure Compartmented Information (SCI) in SCIFs and SCI programs. Security professionals responsible for the day-to-day management and oversight of SCI indoctrinated personnel, SCIFs, and/or SCI programs are encouraged to attend. Participants receive an overview of IC security policy and procedures to enable them to provide advice, guidance, and assistance on SCI security matters within their organizations.