Industry Resources
Standards, regulatory guidance, and trusted references supporting the security profession
ASIS International
The leading professional organization for security practitioners worldwide, offering globally recognized standards, certifications, and continuing education.
Security Industry Association (SIA)
Represents security solution providers and industry leaders worldwide, working to advance technology, standards, and professional best practices across the field.
ISO (International Organization for Standardization)
Develops international standards supporting security management, risk governance, and best practices, including ISO 18788 and ISO/IEC 27001.
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Develops cybersecurity and risk management frameworks for government and industry, including the SP 800 series.
NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology)
Core Standards and Organizations
Government and Regulatory
Leads national efforts to understand, manage, and reduce risk to critical cyber and physical infrastructure nationwide.
Oversees the National Industrial Security Program, providing guidance on classified contracting and facility clearances.
Supports local security and public safety through community partnerships, crime prevention, and emergency response initiatives.
Provides guidance and resources to counter insider threats, foreign intelligence risks, and protect sensitive information.
DCSA (Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency)
Brevard County Sheriff's Office
NCSC (National Counterintelligence and Security Center)
CISA (Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency)
Professional Associations and Research
National Security Institute (NSI)
Provides research, education, and policy analysis on national security, emerging threats, and critical infrastructure.
OPSEC Professionals Society
Supports operations security professionals through training, resources, and a community focused on protecting sensitive information.
International Association of Professional Security Consultants
Advances independent security consulting through professional standards, ethics, and resources for practitioners worldwide.
InfraGard
A partnership between the FBI and the private sector that shares information and resources to protect critical infrastructure.