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JPAS Changes & Compliance |
If you have not initiated an investigation within the last month, you probably have not seen the latest change in JPAS ( Latest Release Notes 3.9.0.0).
This revision modifies the Add/Modify Investigation screen by adding 11 Agency Use Blocks, 3 new values to the Extra Coverage/Advanced Results listing and other miscellaneous changes. Currently the JPAS JCAVS Desktop Resource Manual and the JPAS tutorial have not been updated to provide guidance for the use of the new Agency US Blocks or other additional selections. At this time, industry users should leave these items blank until further guidance has been provided.
Please be sure and update your JPAS Acceptance Screen bookmark -- if you do not access JPAS from the application tab on www.dss.mil. As of 06/21/2010 the promised transition from DSS to Defense Manpower Data Center (DMDC) is now completed.
Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO) will identify and subsequently notify NISP cleared contractor facilities of cleared personnel who are eligible or overdue for a Periodic Reinvestigation (PR)...Once identified the contractor has 60 days to submit the electronic SF 86 or...eligibility will be removed.
Recommendations are to review JPAS often (lack of login within 60 days results in lockout that can only be reset by JPAS Help Desk) checking notifications and the Periodic Reinvestigation report.
Require more information regarding JPAS requirements or tips? Register for a Got JPAS Access -- Now What? webinar or for either the JPAS & e-QIP Immersion training or the JPAS & e-QIP Proficiency & Troubleshooting training. If you would like On-Demand JPAS Support, please email ajsconsulting@earthlink.net for more information. |
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Benefits of On-Demand Support |
 Have you considered the benefits of On-Demand Support? Whether it is On-Demand Support for JPAS, for NISPOM Compliance, System Security Plans, or your very own FSO surrogate, On-Demand support is available to you.
Available when you need it -- during the work day, after hours, on weekends, and during holidays -- that is On-Demand Support. Customized to your specific needs and including tidbits that are of particular interest to you and your facility. Do you need part-time support or just on-going access to a subject matter expert? Contracts with negotiable terms and rates are available -- Call (512-650-4819) or email ajsconsulting@earthlink.net to see how I may assist you today. |
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Moving Beyond Personnel Security |
 Have you reviewed
your facility's physical security needs? Are you responsible for ensuring that the 'security in-depth' protection level is adequate? Would you know who to call to obtain security guard quotes? Have you broken down your needs so that you can compare similar quotes and make a recommendation? When might you need a security guard? An example: One of your secured facility's doors is broken and it will be 24 hours before it can be repaired. Or maybe you have received a tip that you need to ensure protection of staff and customers during a planned protest. Your needs may be large or small, but you should have business cards from several vendors and/or recommendations from colleagues who have dealt with the local companies. One way is to keep a file of the advertisement brochures or cards you receive in the mail. Another includes attending seminars with exhibitors or local ASIS Chapter meetings. You will find several physical security vendors which fit various needs and may even receive a briefing on the latest physical security technology or services being offered. And as always remember -- you get what you ask for as this parody site and these security guard articles point out:
Tune in next month for more steps Beyond Personnel Security.... |
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Are You Up-to-Date? |
 Best ways to keep up with the latest and greatest information is to network with local and national colleagues at NCMS meetings, local Brown Bags, seminars, and newsletters like this one (Industrial Security & You). Of course occasionally checking the DSS website (www.dss.mil) and the JPAS Application screen for the latest postings and news is also recommended. Recent postings have included: - (6/30/10) Attention JPAS Users -- JPAS Report Server is down.
- (6/30/10) ISFO Process Manual Update -- New Sanitization Process effective immediately.
- (6/28/10) New Electronic Communications Plan (ECP) Released for facilities under FOCI -- effective immediately
Please do not hesitate to call (512) 650-4819, email, or visit AJ's Consulting's website for more information and resources. |
