Compliance solutions
We don't believe in one-size-fits-all security. Every engagement is tailored to the complexity of your contracts and the maturity of your program, and we can serve as your W-2 FSO, a 1099 assistant FSO, or a cleared consultant.
01 · Select your service level
| SERVICE TIER | BEST FOR | KEY FOCUS |
|---|---|---|
| Foundational Advisory | Companies with possession-only or low-volume classified activity. | Compliance oversight and annual requirements. |
| Managed OperationsMOST POPULAR | Active contractors needing a dedicated FSO for daily tasks, as a W-2 FSO, 1099 AFSO, or cleared consultant. | PERSEC administration and NBIS / NISS management. |
| Strategic Leadership | High-growth firms, FOCI-mitigated entities, or those facing a major DCSA review. | Review readiness, mock assessments, executive advisory. |
Tier 1
"Compliance insurance" for facilities that need expert eyes without daily intervention.
Tier 2 · Fractional FSO
We serve as your W-2 FSO, 1099 assistant FSO, or cleared consultant, handling the administrative heavy lifting.
Tier 3
High-level support for complex organizations or a DCSA security review on the horizon.
02 · Ad-hoc & specialized projects
Standalone, fixed-scope projects with a clear deliverable.
Your security manual rewritten to the current NISPOM Rule and your operational reality.
Respond to and remediate findings from a previous DCSA review.
Custom protocols for protecting sensitive data in complex environments.
03 · Engagement models
However you pay for it, you choose how we plug in: as a W-2 FSO on your payroll, a 1099 assistant FSO (AFSO) supporting your team, or a cleared consultant.
A set scope or block of hours each month. Predictable cost, and a program that is never reactive.
A defined SOW with specific deliverables and one fixed price. Mock assessments, SPPs, TCPs, FCL transitions.
On-demand expertise for niche challenges or an unexpected DCSA inquiry. Pay only for the time you use.
A confidential 15-minute discovery call. We'll recommend the lightest model that closes your gaps.
Why the fractional model works
A full-time, senior-level FSO can cost upwards of $100,000 a year in salary alone. With Cleared Path, you pay only for the expertise you need, and scale as your contract wins grow.
04 · The roadmap to engagement
A confidential 15-minute session to identify your current security gaps.
We sign a Mutual Non-Disclosure Agreement before we look at a single file.
A clear SOW and pricing options based on your facility's size and complexity.
Rapid integration into NBIS and NISS to begin immediate oversight.
05 · FAQ
Absolutely. Much of a fractional FSO's work is remote, but for the review itself we sit at the table with you, advising your Key Management Personnel throughout the engagement.
Strict need-to-know. You provision our access within your hierarchy, all work runs over secure connections, and we log every administrative action taken on your behalf.
Yes. 32 CFR Part 117 is the same in all 50 states. Daily administration works remotely, and we travel on-site for mock assessments and official reviews.
We execute a Mutual NDA before we look at a single file, and compartmentalize client data with the same discipline required for classified information.
For Tier 2 and Tier 3 clients, typically within 24 hours of receiving the information from you.
Yes. DCSA requires your designated FSO to be a cleared employee of your company, so we offer three ways to engage: as your W-2 FSO on your payroll, as a 1099 assistant FSO (AFSO) supporting an internal FSO, or as a cleared consultant advising your team. In every model, your KMP retain ultimate legal authority.
A senior-level FSO can cost upwards of $100,000 a year in salary alone. You get former-regulator expertise for a fraction of that, and your security program scales alongside your contract wins.
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