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DCSA is the largest security agency in the federal government dedicated to protecting America's trusted workforce and trusted workspaces.

Each year, DCSA services over

  • 100+ federal entities
  • 10,000+ cleared companies
  • 2M+ background investigations

 

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DCSA Security Conference for DOD offers exclusive Army breakout session

The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) is partnering with the U.S. Army to host an exclusive breakout session on Aug. 28 at the conclusion of the DCSA Security Conference for Department of Defense (DOD)...

8/6/2025

DITMAC and CDSE win 2025 intelligence community training and education award

Of all people – DoD Insider Threat Management and Analysis Center (DITMAC) Deputy Director Henry Nelson – knows that countering insider threats is a team sport. It’s still nice to be reminded, especially if it comes in the form of a...

8/6/2025

DCSA leader helps small business owners prepare for success with federal contracts

WASHINGTON – FOCI, FCL, KMP and NISP.How do these acronyms connect to America’s small businesses contracted to provide products or services to the federal government and to those seeking such a contract?Dr. Ruby Crenshaw-Lawrence, chief of...

8/4/2025

DCSA Toastmaster Clubs celebrate anniversary, distinguished status, mission impact

What is the common denominator among DCSA employees reporting tremendous strides in their public speaking capabilities, positively impacting the agency’s national security vision and mission? It’s Toastmasters International. Their reports...

7/22/2025

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