Industrial Security, Compliance &
Facility Solutions for Defense Contractors
About us
A Legacy of Security, Built on Precision and Purpose
A Legacy of Security, Built on Precision and
Purpose
- Mission-driven
- Scalable Security
- Compliance-first
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Threat Visibility
Security Built on Experience
We don’t learn security from textbooks. We bring decades of hands-on experience from military service, cleared facilities, and government security programs.
Our Service
End-to-End Security Solutions Built for Defense Missions
End-to-End Security Solutions Built for
Defense Missions
Protect Your Clearance. Prevent Operational Disruption.
Our experienced FSOs ensure uninterrupted compliance with NISPOM and DCSA requirements. Whether you need emergency interim coverage, alternate support, or full-time placement, MHSS deploys qualified professionals within 24 hours to safeguard your facility clearance and personnel security.
Cybersecurity That Supports Your Mission.
MHSS guides defense contractors through CMMC 2.0 readiness and certification as part of a broader security program. We identify gaps, implement required controls, and prepare documentation, helping organizations remain contract-eligible while keeping cybersecurity aligned with real operational needs.
Secure Facilities Built to Intelligence Community Standards.
From design review to final accreditation, MHSS manages the full SCIF lifecycle in compliance with ICD 705. We oversee construction, access controls, intrusion detection, and accreditation documentation, ensuring secure facilities pass inspections on first submission.
Every organization is different, but the consequences of getting security wrong are always the same. Our expertise spans physical, digital, and regulatory domains, ensuring that organizations remain secure, compliant, and future-ready.
Our Approach
Security That Works in the
Real World
Security That Works in the
Real World
Continuity & Resilience
Security programs must survive personnel changes, audits, and emergencies. We build systems that remain effective even under pressure.
Compliance Without Disruption
From NISPOM and ICD 705 to ITAR and CMMC, we help clients meet compliance demands without slowing productivity or creating unnecessary administrative burden.
Operational Precision
We design security programs that align with how your organization actually functions. Our solutions support day-to-day operations while meeting strict regulatory and inspection requirements.
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Why Clients Trust MHSS
Proven Performance in High-Stakes Environments
Proven Performance in High-Stakes
Environments
MHSS has earned the trust of defense contractors and government partners by delivering consistent results in environments where oversight is rigorous and tolerance for error is low. Our work spans facility security officer support, classified program management, secure facility accreditation, and long-term compliance strategy.
Clients rely on us during critical moments, unexpected FSO departures, upcoming DCSA inspections, clearance delays, and compliance gaps that threaten contract eligibility. Our ability to respond rapidly, identify risk early, and implement practical solutions has helped organizations protect millions in contract revenue while maintaining flawless inspection records.
We don’t promise shortcuts. We deliver discipline, structure, and accountability, ensuring our clients remain inspection-ready today and are positioned for future growth.
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.