Level 1 DISP Membership
LEVEL 1 DISP ASSISTANCE | DEFENCE CONSULTANCY SERVICES
Companies seeking guidance with the Defence Industry Security Program’s (DISP) level 1 certification should seek DISP Co’s advisory services.
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The Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) Level 1 is a security program implemented by the Australian Government to protect sensitive information and assets held by companies in the defence industry. This program aims to establish minimum security requirements for companies involved in the supply chain of defence projects to ensure the protection of sensitive information and assets.
To be eligible for participation in DISP Level 1, companies must meet several requirements set out by the Australian Government. These requirements include having an established security management system, conducting regular risk assessments, implementing physical and personnel security measures, and having a designated security officer responsible for overseeing security practices.
Under DISP Level 1, companies are also required to implement specific cyber-security measures, including secure network infrastructure and regular vulnerability testing. Companies must also comply with specific storage and transmission protocols for sensitive information.
Overall, DISP Level 1 sets out extensive requirements that aim to establish a robust security framework within the defence industry supply chain. These requirements are continuously reviewed and updated to ensure they remain effective against emerging threats in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Self-sponsorship of Personnel Security Clearances
Manage Baseline Clearances In-house
DISP Level 1 membership enables companies to manage security clearances of personnel internally, allowing for greater flexibility and the ability to sponsor up to baseline clearances.
The CSO/SO should hold NV-1 or Negative Vetting-1 security clearances to allow for self-sponsorship of company staff. This check ensures that all individuals working within the company have undergone proper screening and have been deemed suitable for handling sensitive information.
Companies are required to report any suspected or actual security breaches to the government’s Defence Industry Security Program Office (DISPO) immediately. We assist in building processes and the governance procedures that enable compliant reporting.
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Applicable Industries
Sectors That May Benefit
Defence industry security program levels
DISP Levels Explained
Gain an understanding of different DISP Membership Levels to determine your organisation’s required compliance level.
Entry Level DISP
Suited to most businesses
We have developed a fixed-price package designed to bring companies into compliance with Entry Level DISP in a short time-frame.
Compliance with Entry Level will grant access to OFFICIAL: Sensitive information.
- Security Officer Selection
- Chief Security Officer Selection
- Gap Analysis: Governance, Personnel, Physical, Cyber
- Action Plan: Diminish capability gaps
- Custom Governance Documentation Provided
- Physical Security Audit
- Insider Threat Awareness Training
- Cyber Implementation Consultancy
- Weekly Progress Meeting: With SO & Stakeholders
- Application Lodgement: Prepare & Lodge of Application
- Interview Preparation: For the SO & CSO
- Response To DoD Recommendations
- Training: SO & CSO Fully Trained on Documentation
- Maintenance: Annual Maintenance Program Developed
- 3 Months Support Included
Level 1 DISP
Additional Inclusions
Compliance with Level 1 DISP requires an expanded scope to meet the department’s additional requirements. Generally the time, complexity and risk factors of implementation are increased. Compliance with Level 1 will grant access to PROTECTED information.
- Everything in Entry Level
- Adjust Deliverables To: Level 1 Requirements
- Additional Questioning in Gap Analysis
- Further Provisions in Governance Documentation
- Additional Cyber Security Policies
- E8 Maturity Level Increased (Cyber)
- Floor plan analysis, FOB & CCTV check
- Action Plan Expanded
Level 2 DISP
Custom Package
Compliance with Level 2 DISP requires considerable expansion of project scope. Compliance with level 2 will grant access to SECRET information. The department has set high standards for Level 2 compliance across all four DISP categories.
Level 2 is suited to organisations deeply embedded in the defence industry or working on highly classified projects.
- Everything in Entry Level, Level 1
- Adjust Deliverables To: Level 1 Requirements
- Mandatory Site Inspection
Level 3 DISP
Custom Package
Compliance with Level 3 DISP requires significant expansion of project scope. Compliance with level 3 will grant access to TOP SECRET information.The department has set the highest standards for Level 3 compliance across all four DISP categories.
Level 3 is suited to organisations involved in the most classified technologies, operations and defence works.
- Everything in Entry Level, Level 1, Level 2
- Adjust Deliverables To: Level 3 Requirements
