NISPOM Deadline 10/12/12

Observing and Responding to the NISPOM Deadline:

Using GSA-Approved Containers

                Is your company contracted with the Department of Defense, Central Intelligence Agency, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission or the Department of Energy? Are you given access to classified information in order to fulfill those contracts? Then you’re aware of the National Industrial Security Program (NISP) which was organized in 1993 to be the authority on managing the needs of private companies who need access to classified information. To this end, they release the NISP Operating Manual (NISPOM) explaining to contract organizations how to handle classified data, how to move it, the procedures for different employees handling it, security controls, incident responses and how to store the data. The latest edition of this manual came out in June 2011 and will be updated twice a year from now on.

                One of the recent changes to NISPOM came out in July 2008. NISPOM paragraph 5-303 is aimed at correcting companies who are in violation of Classified National Security Information Directive No. 1 which states that your company cannot store classified information in non GSA-approved containers. This change has a deadline attached to it, October 12, 2012. That means your company has less than a year to make sure all classified materials are stored in proper containers. The Department of Defense will not waive the requirement. That means it is your responsibility to avoid any potential penalties for not following NISP guidelines.

                K.L. Security is here to assist you with making the transition to any needed GSA-approved containers. We have the products, the pricing and the know-how to ensure that you meet that deadline. Below are listed some the GSA products that K.L. Security carries.

GSA-Approved Safes and Containers

                We carry products to fulfill virtually any security need. The Comsec/IPS (information processing systems) containers are perfect for storing unmanned and on-line computers, network servers and work stations. It meets the Federal specification FF-L-2740 and comes in three sizes/models. One with a single door and two with double door cabinets; it uses standard 19” or 24” rack mounting and the computer equipment is kept cool with two fans capable of circulating up to 550 CFM each. It also comes with sliding and adjustable shelving options and the GSA blue label is present. It is a great option for maintenance rooms, server farms, IAC’s and classified information rooms.

                We also have Class 5 and Class 6 security safes, filing cabinets and containers. The class 5 containers are available in two and four legal-size drawer configurations and the different models weigh between 590 and 1,025 lbs. They can be equipped with single or dual high security locks and are available in cabinet, field safes and special-sized cabinets. The security testing has been quite through and the models have been rated to 30 man-minutes against covert entry, 20 man-hours against surreptitious entry and 10 minutes against forced entry. The class 6 models are available in two, four and five drawer sizes for singular locks and in two and five drawers for multi-locks. They weigh between 275 and 585 lbs. and can be ordered in field safe or special size mode. Both the classes can be fitted with X-09 or S&G 2740 model locks and are perfect for storing classified files, electronic devices, maps and other sensitive materials. Both models have the GSA Label affixed on the front of the product.

                              Here at K.L. Security, we can offer you the products and the tools to ensure that you are fully in line with the regulations required by the NISPOM. We offer same day shipping  on select GSA Approved Containers (free shipping in 48 states) and with us, you’ll have no problems beating the deadline for next year. You can visit our GSA page and request a direct pricing quote or you can call toll-free at 1-866-867-0306. We proudly serve the entire government marketplace and are in the best possible position to make sure your secure containers follow all necessary guidelines.

Written by Joseph Fowler