Website design By BotEap.comRecently, the organizers of the NCMS (Industrial Security Professionals Society) National Seminar announced the incredible news that a record number of security professionals have taken and passed the Industrial Security Professional (ISP) Certification Exam. Their diligence and planned study have successfully led them to the distinguished title of Professional in Industrial Safety. Congratulations to all the new ISPs; well deserved and we wish him continued success.

Website design By BotEap.comWe would like to encourage those who have not taken the test to develop a plan and take the exam. According to recent testimonials, ISP certified individuals stated that they received promotions, raises, and respect almost immediately. You can view these comments on the NCMS website. Additionally, the resumes posted on the site now require candidates to have the ISP designation.

Website design By BotEap.comAccording to the NCMS website, there are some minimum requirements that potential candidates must meet before applying for the ISP certification exam. Those who meet these requirements have a better chance of passing the certification exam. Test candidates must have at least five years of industrial safety experience, work in security at least part-time as part of their job description, and a letter of recommendation from their supervisor. If they do not have a supervisor, they can contact the NCMS chapter president for further guidance.

Website design By BotEap.comFive years of experience in industrial security; working at least part-time in security

Website design By BotEap.comI would not want to attempt this test without this level of experience. The test is designed to verify a tester’s knowledge of NISPOM and how to protect classified information at authorized contractor facilities. Those with five years of experience have likely practiced the skills necessary to take the exam.

Website design By BotEap.comThis requirement translates into the protection of classified information according to NISPOM. This opens the door to engineers, program managers, security monitors, and others who have spent considerable time working and protecting classified information. There are exceptions to the industrial safety part. For example, if you have protected classified information in any capacity, you may be eligible. Before taking my ISP certification exam, I only had my experience in government security. Although it was not a NISPOM-based experience, I applied for and received approval from NCMS.

Website design By BotEap.comDon’t confuse experience with the need to study.

Website design By BotEap.comFortunately, the ISP certification exam is a NISPOM open book test. No one is expected to know every word of NISPOM, just how to find the right answers. The exam consists of 110 questions with 100 of the questions related to NISPOM and the remainder in an elective area. Even with five years of experience, potential candidates must develop a curriculum. Some recommendations include: joining the NCMS study group, creating a local study group, and practicing how to quickly search for NISPOM. 110 questions in two hours is quick, so practice often.

Website design By BotEap.comSome practical ways to prepare

Website design By BotEap.comSchedule an Exam Date – You have one year once you schedule to take the exam online. Setting the date is the hardest part. But the ticking of the clock is sometimes a good motivator

Website design By BotEap.comParticipate in Safety Inspections – This will help you become familiar with potential new areas of NISPOM.

Website design By BotEap.comPractice other industrial security disciplines – If you work in a large organization, expose yourself to other NISPOM security disciplines. For example, if you work in personal security, learn a few things about document control.

Website design By BotEap.comFamiliarize yourself with the structure of NISPOM: review the table of contents and familiarize yourself with the chapters. It’s easier to look up training requirements when you know the training is in Chapter 3. Searching a few pages of Chapter 3 is easier than searching the entire NISPOM.

Website design By BotEap.comIn conclusion, register for the exam, set a date and start a study program.

Website design By BotEap.comYou can find study tips, practice questions, and NISPOM links on our website.

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