Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances – Details, episodes & analysis

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Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances

Holland & Knight

Government

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Frequency: 1 episode/24d. Total Eps: 18

Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances is a podcast series brought to you by Holland & Knight's Facility Security Clearance team. Over the course of this series, our attorneys will help take the mystery out of obtaining and maintaining security clearances for government contractors throughout the business life cycle. So are you ready to dive in and find out? Are we all clear?

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🇬🇧 Great Britain - government
28/02/2025
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05/09/2024
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04/09/2024
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Understanding FOCI Mitigation

Episode 10

Thursday, August 15, 2024 • Duration 25:34

The 10th episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances" explores the mitigation of foreign ownership, control or influence (FOCI) in a cleared company. Host Molly O'Casey and International Trade attorney Andrew McAllister cover key topics in this area, including the implications of FOCI for companies that have obtained facility security clearances, common issues faced by companies in relation to FOCI, monitoring and enforcement of FOCI issues, strategies for companies navigating this process with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) and recent developments in this area.

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Navigating M&A Due Diligence: Safeguarding Security Clearances

Episode 9

Thursday, July 25, 2024 • Duration 26:18

In the ninth episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances," host Molly O'Casey and International Trade attorney Antonia Tzinova delve into the critical aspects of due diligence for facility and personnel clearances in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions. Drawing from her extensive experience, Ms. Tzinova guides listeners through the complexities of the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and its impact on cleared facilities and personnel.

Key topics covered include:

the importance of timely notifications to the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) during ownership changes
considerations for mitigating foreign ownership, control or influence (FOCI) in M&A deals
essential steps for sellers in preparing for due diligence
potential compliance violations and mitigation strategies

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An In-Depth Overview of the DCSA

Episode 8

Thursday, July 11, 2024 • Duration 21:55

The eighth episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances" offers an in-depth summary of the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA). Host Molly O'Casey and International Trade attorney Andrew McAllister dive into the agency’s history, structure and functions, providing insights into the main stages of the DCSA clearance process life cycle and discussing recent developments within the agency.

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Find Someone Observant: The Vital Role of Facility Security Officers

Episode 7

Thursday, June 27, 2024 • Duration 13:41

In the seventh episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances," host Molly O'Casey delves into the pivotal role of Facility Security Officers (FSOs), providing valuable insights into responsibilities, the selection process and key considerations for maintaining a secure environment. International Trade attorneys Antonia Tzinova and Libby Bloxom join Ms. O'Casey for an episode that's useful both for security professionals and those simply intrigued by this complex field.

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Change Condition Packages: Tips for Cleared Contractors

Episode 6

Thursday, June 6, 2024 • Duration 16:41

In the sixth episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances," host Molly O'Casey discusses change condition packages (CCPs) with International Trade attorney Marina O’Brien. They examine the preparation and submission of a CCP, covering essential documents and information cleared companies must submit to the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) or any other Cognizant Security Agency (CSA). Be sure to listen for helpful details on the nuances and considerations companies should be aware of when undergoing this process.

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Decoding the Key Management Personnel Requirements

Episode 3

Thursday, April 25, 2024 • Duration 17:02

In the latest episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances," host Molly O'Casey engages in an insightful conversation with Antonia Tzinova, leader of Holland & Knight's CFIUS and Industrial Security Team. This informative episode provides a comprehensive guide to key management personnel (KMPs) within the context of security clearances.

Ms. Tzinova delves into the critical role of KMPs, discussing their significance in the corporate governance structure, who qualifies as a KMP and the specific issues involved in appointing KMPs. Listeners will gain a valuable understanding of the nuances surrounding KMPs and their importance within the facility security clearance process.

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Navigating Personnel Security Clearances (PCLs)

Episode 2

Thursday, April 11, 2024 • Duration 11:35

In the second episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances," host Molly O'Casey delves into personnel security clearances (PCLs) with National Security, Defense, and Intelligence attorneys Andrew McAllister and Jacob Marco. They discuss the process of obtaining a clearance and its role in safeguarding classified information. The attorneys also explore important guidelines to follow and common pitfalls that can complicate the process. Listen to gain useful insights on this complex system.

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What Is an FCL and How Do I Obtain One?

Episode 1

Thursday, March 28, 2024 • Duration 08:52

In the inaugural episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances," host Molly O'Casey sits down with Government Contracts attorney Erin Estevez. They provide a basic introduction to facility security clearances (FCLs), explaining what they are, why they matter for contractors and how the process of obtaining one works.

Ms. Estevez discusses key requirements like establishing a need-to-know and finding a sponsor. Common pitfalls are also addressed. The episode serves as a primer on this foundational topic for understanding classified contracting. Tune in to gain valuable insights into navigating the clearance process.

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Uncovering SF 328 and Its Key Takeaways for Foreign Ownership

Thursday, May 23, 2024 • Duration 24:27

Tune in for an in-depth exploration of SF-328 and its far-reaching implications for foreign ownership, control and influence (FOCI) within organizations in the fifth episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances."

In our latest episode, host Molly O'Casey delves into the intricacies of the SF-328, a critical 10-question survey that serves as a linchpin in the field of FOCI mitigation. With help from Robert Friedman, a partner in Holland & Knight's International Trade Group in Washington, D.C., the conversation uncovers the complexities of this form.

From understanding the multifaceted process of completing the survey to exploring the critical role it plays in the facility clearance process, this episode offers invaluable insights for companies navigating classified government contracting. Gain a comprehensive understanding of this essential document and learn how to avoid common pitfalls that can prolong the facility clearance process.

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Corporate Documents in the Context of Clearances

Thursday, May 9, 2024 • Duration 11:31

In the fourth episode of "Are We All Clear? Facilitating Security Clearances," host Molly O'Casey explores the topic of corporate documents in relation to security clearances with International Trade attorney Libby Bloxom. They share valuable insights on selecting the appropriate corporate structure for facility security clearance (FCL) applications as well as explain how different corporate structures affect the information provided to the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DSCA) or updated in the National Industry Security System (NISS). Their conversation emphasizes the importance of adopting a holistic approach when entering the government contractor business.

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