FAQ
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Clear Answers for Complex Security & Compliance Challenges
Clear Answers for Complex Security & Compliance
Challenges
1. What types of organizations does M.Hatter Strategic Security serve?
Hatter Strategic Security (MHSS) primarily supports organizations operating in high-security, compliance-driven environments. These include defense industrial base (DIB) contractors, government contractors, cleared facilities, aerospace and defense manufacturers, research and development firms, technology providers, and international partners working with U.S. or allied defense programs.
We specialise in organizations that handle classified information, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), Special Access Programs (SAPs), and ITAR-controlled data. Whether you are a small business entering the defense space or an established contractor managing complex classified programs, MHSS provides scalable security solutions tailored to your mission.
2. Is MHSS only a cybersecurity company?
No. Cybersecurity is one component of our services, not our primary focus.
MHSS is a comprehensive security and compliance firm specialising in industrial security, physical security, personnel security, and government compliance. Our expertise spans Facility Security Officer (FSO) services, NISPOM compliance, ICD 705 SCIF design, accreditation, government, and international security programs, and enterprise risk management.
CMMC and cybersecurity services are delivered as part of an integrated security framework, ensuring cyber controls support, not overshadow, overall mission readiness.
3. How quickly can MHSS provide FSO support?
MHSS can deploy emergency interim FSO support within 24 hours.
We understand that unexpected FSO departures, inspection findings, or clearance disruptions can place contracts at risk. Our rapid-response capability ensures continuity of security operations, personnel clearance management, and inspection readiness without interruption.
We also provide alternate FSO (AFSO) coverage, long-term FSO placement, and ongoing security program management based on your operational needs.
Navigating defense security requirements can be complex and high-risk. Below are answers to the most common questions we receive from defense contractors, cleared facilities, and government partners. If you don’t see your question here, our team is always available to provide guidance.
4. What does ICD-705 compliance involve, and how does MHSS help?
ICD 705 governs the design, construction, and accreditation of Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs). Compliance involves strict physical, technical, and procedural security standards, including reinforced construction, access controls, sound attenuation, intrusion detection systems, and accreditation documentation.
MHSS manages the entire SCIF lifecycle, from design review and construction oversight to TSCM coordination and final accreditation support. We work directly with architects, contractors, and accrediting authorities to ensure facilities pass inspections on first submission and remain compliant over time.
5. How does MHSS help organizations maintain ongoing compliance?
Compliance is not a one-time event; it is a continuous process. MHSS provides ongoing monitoring, internal assessments, training, and program updates to ensure organizations remain inspection-ready year-round.
Our services include self-inspections, vulnerability assessments, insider threat program management, corrective action planning, documentation updates, and regulatory change tracking. This proactive approach reduces audit findings, minimises risk exposure, and ensures long-term facility clearance stability.
6. Is M.Hatter Strategic Security a veteran-owned business?
Yes. MHSS is a Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (DVOSB).
Our leadership and team bring decades of military and government security experience, providing a mission-first mindset and a deep understanding of defense operations. For prime contractors, partnering with MHSS also supports small business subcontracting goals while delivering proven, high-level security expertise.