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The CARVER Methodology!

Discover the history - and future - of security assessments. 

The CARVER Target Analysis and Vulnerability Assessment Methodology is a time-tested vulnerability assessment methodology that balances efficiency with reliability.

It is a unique analytical tool because it facilitates both a qualitative and a quantitative assessment of an asset’s vulnerabilities. Most assessment tools are limited to qualitative assessments. A quantitative assessment assists in highlighting vulnerabilities, prioritizing assets and remedial efforts.

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"The CARVER Methodology is one of the most effective tools that a security professional can use."

- General James L. Jones, Former U.S. National Security Advisor, Supreme Allied Commander Europe

 

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TAKE THE ONLINE CARVER COURSE AND EARN YOUR CERTIFIED CARVER ASSESSMENT PROFESSIONAL (CCAP) DESIGNATION (WHICH INCLUDES A CERTIFICATE AND DIGITAL BADGE) FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA'S OFFICE OF CORPORATE TRAINING AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, AS WELL AS ASIS-INTERNATIONAL.

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CARVER TRAINING

Get certified in the CARVER Methodology and add one of the most reliable security vulnerability assessment processes to your professional toolkit.   

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CARVER RESOURCES

Want to read more about how spies utilize the CARVER Methodology to gain a competitive advantage over their adversaries?  Learn to "think like a spy" in this book.

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CARVER+ SOFTWARE

Most security assessments utilize an antiquated process of paper checklists, subjective opinions, and tedious report writing to create a final product.  CARVER+ breaks free of this outdated model and provides users with the future of assessments. 

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DOWNLOAD FREE CARVER CHAPTER

WANT TO READ A LITTLE BACKGROUND ON THE CIA'S CARVER METHODOLOGY?  CLICK FOR A FREE DOWNLOAD.

The CARVER Methodology...

Supports DHS 16 Critical Infrastructures
Is Remarkably Efficient and Time Saving
Helps Justify Your Security Budget
Is a Proven Common Sense Methodology

"As the person who was ultimately responsible for the security of Air Force One at Andrews Air Force Base, I fully grasp the tremendous value that the CARVER Methodology provides to security professionals.  Simply put - CARVER works!"

- Col Jennifer Hesterman, PhD., USAF Retired

 

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