What is DCC? The complexity of cyber security threats are particularly affecting critical sectors like the defence industry. Consequently the UK Ministry of Defence has partnered with Information Assurance for Small and Medium Enterprise (IASME) and launched the new comprehensive, cyber security certification framework for UK defence suppliers; the Defence Cyber Certification (DCC). The DCC … Read more
What is Facility Security Clearance (FSC)? Facility Security Clearance (FSC) is an accreditation that confirms an organisation can safeguard UK government assets classified as SECRET or above, or International Partners’ assets classified CONFIDENTIAL or above (hereafter referred to as ‘classified above OFFICIAL’), held on their premises. Read more: Facility Security Clearance (FSC) How do you … Read more
by Gareth Shaw, Founder of Pera Prometheus If your organisation is involved in communications or IT infrastructure for the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD), you’ve likely come across the term SCIDA—the Site Coordinating Infrastructure Design Authority. It is a critical part of how infrastructure work is reviewed, approved, and delivered on MOD sites. According to the … Read more
by Gareth Shaw, Founder of Pera Prometheus It is useful for any company aiming to work with the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD), or other sensitive UK Government Departments, to understand the definition and requirements of Facility Security Clearance (FSC). FSC accreditation assures Contracting Authorities that your Organisation is capable of supporting high-value contracts that … Read more
By Gareth Shaw, Founder, Pera Prometheus As part of our ongoing blog series on information and cybersecurity within the UK Defence Industry, we’ve previously explored the DEFSTAN 05-138 & Cyber Security Model and Secure by Design. These frameworks focus on securing information systems and data throughout the supply chain. Now, we turn our attention to … Read more
–Gareth Shaw, Founder of Pera Prometheus Consulting Ltd If your business is hoping to fulfil a contract in the Defence Industry you will need to understand the information assurance requirements of HMG and, more specifically MOD. Last week’s blog discussed DEFSTAN 05-138, now let us consider Secure by Design. Since the founding of Pera Prometheus, we … Read more
Gareth Shaw, Founder of Pera Prometheus Consulting Ltd Securing contracts with the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) offers significant opportunities for businesses within the Defence Industry. However, understanding and adhering to the MOD’s information and cyber security requirements are essential for successfully securing and maintaining these contracts. UK Defence Industry operates in a high-stakes environment where … Read more