Tonex Certified Site Security Manager (SSM) Certification by Tonex
The Certified Site Security Manager (SSM) program prepares professionals to lead and manage end-to-end security operations at SCIF and SAPF construction sites.
The SSM serves as the central authority responsible for enforcing security policies, supervising CSTs, managing contractors, and ensuring compliance with all applicable standards.
This role is critical for preventing espionage, insider threats, and technical compromise during construction and renovation phases.
Learning Objectives
Participants will learn to:
- Develop and enforce Site Security Plans (SSP)
- Manage Construction Surveillance Teams (CSTs)
- Ensure compliance with ICD 705, DoD 5205.07, NISPOM
- Oversee contractor access control and vetting
- Implement supply chain security controls
- Manage incident response and escalation
- Coordinate with Accrediting Officials (AO) and TEMPEST authorities
- Conduct risk assessments and security audits
- Maintain security documentation and reporting
Target Audience
- Site Security Managers (SSMs)
- Senior FSOs
- Program Security Managers
- Government security leads
- Defense contractor leadership
Course Modules
- SCIF/SAPF Security Leadership Fundamentals
- Standards & Regulatory Compliance
- Site Security Planning & Governance
- Construction Security Oversight & CST Management
- Contractor Control & Insider Threat Mitigation
- Supply Chain Risk Management
- Incident Management & Response Leadership
- Security Auditing & Continuous Monitoring
- Accreditation Coordination (AO Interface)
- Case Studies & Operational Scenarios
Exam Domains & Weights
| Domain | Weight |
| Security Leadership & Governance | 15% |
| Compliance & Standards | 15% |
| Surveillance Oversight | 20% |
| Contractor & Insider Risk | 15% |
| Incident Management | 15% |
| Audit & Risk Management | 20% |
Certification Outcome
Certified SSM professionals can lead and manage secure construction sites, ensuring full-spectrum security governance.