Preventive and Protective Measures Against Insider Threats (Spanish Edition)

The IAEA has published a new edition of its Nuclear Security Series No. 8, providing updated guidance on selecting, implementing, and evaluating measures to address insider threats in nuclear facilities. This publication applies to all types of nuclear facilities, including power plants, research reactors, and fuel cycle facilities.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 42 pages
Publication date: 30 April 2022
Publisher: IAEA

This publication is a significant revision of the IAEA Nuclear Security Series No. 8, Preventive and Protective Measures against Insider Threats, which was published in 2008. The new publication offers updated guidance to States, their competent authorities, operators, and shippers and carriers on selecting, implementing, and evaluating measures for addressing insider threats. It applies to all types of nuclear facilities, including nuclear power plants, research reactors, and other nuclear fuel cycle facilities (e.g., enrichment plants, reprocessing plants, fuel fabrication plants, storage facilities), regardless of their stage of design, redesign, construction, commissioning, operation, shutdown, or decommissioning.

The publication begins by providing an overview of the nature and scope of insider threats to nuclear facilities. It then discusses the factors that contribute to the risk of insider threats, including human factors, organizational factors, and technological factors. Following that, the publication provides detailed guidance on selecting, implementing, and evaluating measures for addressing insider threats.

The guidance is organized into four main sections:

Section 1: Introduction

This section provides an overview of the publication and its purpose. It also highlights the importance of addressing insider threats to nuclear facilities and the potential consequences of not doing so.

Section 2: Understanding Insider Threats

This section provides an in-depth understanding of the nature and scope of insider threats to nuclear facilities. It discusses the different types of insider threats, including malicious insiders, compromised insiders, and negligent insiders. It also explores the motivations and methods of insider threats, as well as the potential consequences of their actions.

Section 3: Selecting Measures for Addressing Insider Threats

This section provides guidance on selecting measures for addressing insider threats. It discusses the factors that should be considered when selecting measures, including the risk assessment, the nature and scope of the facility, the potential consequences of an insider threat, and the available resources. It also provides examples of common measures for addressing insider threats, such as access control, surveillance, training, and incident response.

Section 4: Implementing and Evaluating Measures

This section provides guidance on implementing and evaluating measures for addressing insider threats. It discusses the steps that should be taken to implement measures, including the development of an implementation plan, the training of personnel, and the monitoring and evaluation of the measures. It also provides examples of best practices for implementing and evaluating measures, such as regular testing and feedback from personnel.

In conclusion, this publication is a valuable resource for States, their competent authorities, operators, and shippers and carriers on selecting, implementing, and evaluating measures for addressing insider threats to nuclear facilities. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of the nature and scope of insider threats, as well as detailed guidance on selecting, implementing, and evaluating measures for addressing them. By following the guidance provided in this publication, nuclear facilities can enhance their security and protect against the potential consequences of insider threats.

Weight: 100g
Dimension: 240 x 160 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789203146210