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Insider risk — Security starts with you February 3, 2026 - Defence Stories   Insider risk isn’t always the work of a spy. Sometimes it can stem from a simple mistake, a lapse in judgement, or a trusted individual misusing access. Whether from an employee, a contractor, or a former member, insider actions (malicious or accidental) can have a costly impact on DND/CAF. But what does this mean exactly? To help Defence Team members recognize these risks, our infographic highlights how insider risk can emerge and how everyday habits: awareness, secure behaviour, and timely reporting, can protect information, people, operations, and assets. The accompanying video demonstrates how routine interactions, both online and while travelling, can quickly turn into opportunities for information collection. Video / February 03, 2026 Transcript   A message to all supervisors Help mitigate insider risks: Verify clearances and enforce need-to-know access Report concerns Ensure security, Operational security (OPSEC) & cyber awareness training Maintain and communicate unit Security Orders Appoint a: Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) Unit Security Supervisor (USS) Staying alert and speaking up when something feels off strengthens our security culture. For more information on a variety of security topics, visit the Security Awareness Toolkit, available through the Director General Defence Security (DGDS) intranet page. Infographic - Text version Back to top Page details 2026-02-03