However, maintaining a security clearance means our reporting obligations don't go on vacation. This month, we are focusing on your baseline security responsibilities regarding unofficial foreign travel under Security Executive Agent Directive 3 (SEAD 3). Before you pack your bags or head to the airport, it is critical to know what requires notification to the Facility Security Officer (FSO) so that your status remains fully compliant in DISS.

If your social media profile lists your employer (such as on LinkedIn), a single "check-in" or a photo of your dinner at a foreign resort instantly connects the dots for an adversary. It tells them where you work, where you are right now, and most importantly that your home in the U.S. is currently empty.

For defense contractors, "staying current" means more than just hitting project deadlines; it means ensuring your security footprint remains compliant with evolving Department of Justice policies and mandatory reporting requirements. This month, we cover the latest on marijuana reclassification and your summer travel obligations.

A new, 400,000-acre testing and training facility aims to bring troops and defense firms together so they can innovate at the speed of modern warfare. On Friday, Georgia-based Second Bend Labs announced the public opening of the facility near Moody Air Force Base. It’s designed to appeal to two usually separate groups whose challenges can only be solved together. Soldiers need to test drones and counter-drone equipment against a competent adversary, and drone startups need to

Today’s conflicts are evolving. The threat environment is complex, dynamic, asymmetric, technological and intense — all adjectives that play to the strengths of special operations. So, it is perhaps no surprise that at the National Defense Industrial Association’s 36th annual Special Operations Symposium, Special Operations Forces, or SOF, were held out as a competitive advantage in meeting threats across the board.

One of the most critical aspects of maintaining your eligibility for access to classified information is financial responsibility. Under 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM Rule) and the National Security Adjudicative Guidelines, your financial health is viewed as a direct reflection of your reliability, judgment, and ability to protect sensitive information.

In a cleared facility, a cluttered desk isn't just an organizational issue—it's a security risk that can lead to the accidental compromise of classified information. This month, we are focusing on physical security, our Clean Desk Policy, and the proper disposal of sensitive materials to ensure our facility remains compliant with NISPOM safeguarding requirements.

Foreign Intelligence Entities (FIEs) often target cleared individuals not through "James Bond" style break-ins, but through interpersonal relationships. Understanding the difference between a casual acquaintance and a reportable contact is key to protecting yourself and the company.

Maintaining a security clearance is more than a one-time background check — it's a continuous commitment to trustworthiness and national security. This month we focus on SEAD 3 reporting obligations, timelines, social media hygiene, and common misconceptions.

This year’s annual Technology Innovation Demonstration (Tech ID) event, hosted by Accel Innovation Corporation (AIC), and Oak Grove Technologies (OGT), was a resounding success. Held on April 30th and May 1st, 2025, Tech ID brought industry leaders together with academia, government representatives, military stakeholders and trusted members of the venture capital community to showcase cutting-edge technologies and explore collaboration. Panel and VC Day: Connecting Innovators

Published by Greater Fayetteville Business Journal A day dedicated to putting technology focused government contractors is coming up soon. The fourth annual Technology Innovation Demonstration Day (Tech ID Day) will be returning to the Oak Grove Technologies (OGT) Training Center located at 158 Rushing Road in Hoffman, NC on April 30, 2025 and May 1, 2025. An event created by Accel Innovation Corporation (AIC) located in Pinehurst, the event builds on the company’s core mi

The article “Reimagining Defense and Security: New Capabilities for New Challenges” from the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change outlines that the United Kingdom’s defense and security procurement system is at a critical juncture. It's evident that geopolitical tensions and technological advancements demand more agile, efficient, and innovative responses. While the current system has supported the acquisition of key capabilities, it faces significant challenges, including

1. Scope Note This National Intelligence Estimate (NIE) provides a comprehensive and in-depth assessment of the long-term threat posed by...

This exclusive retreat offered participants a rare and immersive experience into the world of elite special forces operators. For one transf

How can we democratize data while keeping it secure? Traditional data protection methods like encryption and firewalls are insufficient against modern threats, especially with the rise of quantum computing and generative AI. With the evolving cyber threats, advanced data protection strategies are not only necessary, they are essential for data security and compliance across multiple fields using sensitive information. To find a balance of security and data utility, Matt Fl

Earlier this month, Dan Barkin of NC Military Report drove down U.S. 1 to Richmond County, to a 300-acre training and testing compound operated by Oak Grove Technologies , a military and law enforcement contractor headquartered in Raleigh. The compound is located near Camp Mackall , a sub-installation of Fort Liberty and a Special Forces assessment and selection site. The occasion was the third annual Technology Innovation Demonstration Day (TechID 2024) . The event is put

Earlier this month, we had the pleasure of hosting Chiron Global Tech during its visit to the U.S. at Oak Grove Technology Test & Training Center, Fort Liberty, and Camp Lejeune. Chiron showcased its cutting-edge personal protection system, the Chiron-X1, designed for Defense, Law Enforcement, Security, and Corrections personnel. The Chiron-X1 is a highly protective, full-coverage, lightweight armor system designed for highly realistic CQB training. The Chiron X1R based on th

Accel Innovation Corporation (AIC), a prominent provider of consulting and professional services for cutting-edge dual use technologies, is delighted to announce a strategic partnership with the Battleship North Carolina in Wilmington, North Carolina. Renowned as a memorial to the 11,000+ North Carolinians who made the ultimate sacrifice, this collaboration signifies joint efforts to bring a one-stop, full-mission profile training site to our nation’s most elite warfighters,

On December 12th, 2023, ArcPoint Forensics’s CEO and Co-founder Amy Moles featured AIC’s Dean Hoffman on their live short series podcast...

The U.S. and Australian Governments share several agreements that set conditions for both countries to collaborate more, especially on...