Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances

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Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances

Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances is a podcast series brought to you by Holland & Knight's Facility Security Clearance team. Over the course of this series, our attorneys will help take the mystery out of obtaining and maintaining security clearances for government contractors throughout the business life cycle. So are you ready to dive in and find out? Are we all clear?

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Staying Compliant When Sharing Employees or Services

In this episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances," host Molly O'Casey discusses how cleared companies follow guidelines and compliance when sharing employees or services with International Trade attorney Marina O'Brien. This episode also covers how the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) monitors cleared companies for potential foreign ownership, control, or influence (FOCI) issues, what Affiliate Operations Plans (AOPs) entail, and how beneficial it might be for a company to comply with DCSA regulations.

21 min
NOV 5

Everyone Come to Play: Exploring FOCI Mitigation Instruments

In the 12th episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances," host Molly O'Casey and International Trade attorney Andrew McAllister provide insights on foreign influence, ownership or control (FOCI) mitigation instruments. The attorneys elaborate on the following key topics regarding FOCI mitigation: why FOCI mitigation is necessaryproxy agreements, special security agreements and security control agreementscorrelation between FOCI supplements and FOCI mitigation agreementsaffiliated operations plan (AOP)technology control plan (TCP)electronic communications plan (ECP)visitor access plan (VAP)facilities location plan (FLPs)quality management plan (QMP)controlled unclassified information (CUI)Tune in as they explore these topics and more!

24 min
OCT 18

FOCI Mitigation: SSAs, SCAs and Proxy Agreements

The 11th episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances" explores the role of outside directors and proxy holders within the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) framework and their significance in insulating a cleared company from its foreign owners. Host Molly O'Casey and International Trade attorney Antonia Tzinova discuss practical approaches to the selection, employment and accountability of these positions, as well as delve into the broader context of Foreign Ownership, Control or Influence (FOCI) mitigation to protect U.S. national security interests. Their conversation covers a myriad of topics (and acronyms!), including recent developments in FOCI, facility security clearance (FSC), NISPOM, Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), Special Security Agreements (SSA), Security Control Agreements (SCA) and the Government Security Committee (GSC).

26 min
AUG 15

Understanding FOCI Mitigation

The 10th episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances" explores the mitigation of foreign ownership, control or influence (FOCI) in a cleared company. Host Molly O'Casey and International Trade attorney Andrew McAllister cover key topics in this area, including the implications of FOCI for companies that have obtained facility security clearances, common issues faced by companies in relation to FOCI, monitoring and enforcement of FOCI issues, strategies for companies navigating this process with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) and recent developments in this area.

26 min
JUL 25

Navigating M&A Due Diligence: Safeguarding Security Clearances

In the ninth episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances," host Molly O'Casey and International Trade attorney Antonia Tzinova delve into the critical aspects of due diligence for facility and personnel clearances in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions. Drawing from her extensive experience, Ms. Tzinova guides listeners through the complexities of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and its impact on cleared facilities and personnel. Key topics covered include: the importance of timely notifications to the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) during ownership changesconsiderations for mitigating foreign ownership, control or influence (FOCI) in M&A dealsessential steps for sellers in preparing for due diligencepotential compliance violations and mitigation strategies

26 min
JUL 11

An In-Depth Overview of the DCSA

The eighth episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances" offers an in-depth summary of the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA). Host Molly O'Casey and International Trade attorney Andrew McAllister dive into the agency’s history, structure and functions, providing insights into the main stages of the DCSA clearance process life cycle and discussing recent developments within the agency.

22 min
JUN 27

Find Someone Observant: The Vital Role of Facility Security Officers

In the seventh episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances," host Molly O'Casey delves into the pivotal role of Facility Security Officers (FSOs), providing valuable insights into responsibilities, the selection process and key considerations for maintaining a secure environment. International Trade attorneys Antonia Tzinova and Libby Bloxom join Ms. O'Casey for an episode that's useful both for security professionals and those simply intrigued by this complex field.

14 min
JUN 6

Change Condition Packages: Tips for Cleared Contractors

In the sixth episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances," host Molly O'Casey discusses change condition packages (CCPs) with International Trade attorney Marina O’Brien. They examine the preparation and submission of a CCP, covering essential documents and information cleared companies must submit to the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) or any other Cognizant Security Agency (CSA). Be sure to listen for helpful details on the nuances and considerations companies should be aware of when undergoing this process.

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Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances is a podcast series brought to you by Holland & Knight's Facility Security Clearance team. Over the course of this series, our attorneys will help take the mystery out of obtaining and maintaining security clearances for government contractors throughout the business life cycle. So are you ready to dive in and find out? Are we all clear?

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