SCIF

What is a SCIF? (Let’s start with the basics)

Many people commonly ask, “What is a SCIF?.” A more important question might be, “Why do SCIFs fall short?”. SCIFs (Sensitive Compartmented

Some Design and Construction Points

With the foundation stones in place, the next critical piece is ensuring expertise with ICD 705 in both the Design and Construction...

Tech Spec Requirements For Type A, B or C Wall?

The ICD 705 Technical Specifications for Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (“Tech Specs”) depict three different wall types...

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All About Vestibules

One of the most common questions I’m asked is, “Do I need a Vestibule?” The exact language of the ICD 705 policy is as follows: E. SCIF...

STC: Deciphering ICD 705 Acoustic Requirements and when “testing” is required (Part I)

Deciphering ICD 705 Acoustic Requirements and when “testing” is required.

STC: Deciphering ICD 705 Acoustic Requirements and when “testing” is required (Part II)

ICD 705 further provides for three separate means of testing for acoustic integrity.

De-mystifying TEMPEST

TEMPEST is one of the most misunderstood (and least understood) aspects of ICD 705, but here are the magic steps to de-mystifying this...