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  • Our mission is to help you achieve verifiable excellence—guiding professionals and organizations to attain certification and operational compliance against the industry's most globally recognized standards.

    1. Certified Protection Professional (CPP) Exam Preparation

    Our core offering is a high-value, 100% digital training curriculum designed to prepare professionals for the ASIS CPP examination. We offer three distinct pathways tailored to specific career stages:

    • Personal CPP Certification Training: A self-paced curriculum for individual security leaders and executives seeking to advance their careers and master the shift from operational doctrine to strategic risk management.

    • Military Transition CPP Training: A specialized course for transitioning service members that translates operational military experience into the commercial terminology and concepts required for the corporate sector. It is designed to help veterans validate their leadership with a commercial credential.

    • Team CPP Certification Training: A scalable solution for private sector corporations looking to standardize ESRM principles across their security departments. This training unifies team understanding of risk and liability, mitigating organizational risk.

    • Delivery Model: All our training courses are delivered via a state-of-the-art Learning Management System (LMS), allowing for self-paced learning and unlimited scalability for large organizations or federal contracts.

    2. Strategic Security Consulting

    We provide high-level Subject Matter Expertise (SME) to support corporate clients and government contractors who need to validate, standardize, or elevate their security operations.

    • ESRM Conformance Consulting: We go beyond basic implementation to verify true strategic alignment. Our Conformance Review assesses your current security program against the ANSI/ASIS ESRM.1-2019 guideline and ISO 31000 risk principles. We identify the critical gaps between your tactical operations and a mature, risk-based governance model, providing you with a roadmap to build a defensible security function that is fully integrated with your business goals.

    • SME Consultation: Available on an hourly or retainer basis, we inject specialized expertise into your team to solve specific high-stakes challenges—from global account management and crisis response to performing the detailed ROI analysis needed to justify security budgets to the C-Suite.

    3. Government & Defense Services

    We specialize in educational technology and consulting services designed to bridge the gap between military security doctrine and the commercial Enterprise Security Risk Management (ESRM) framework. Our core offerings include:

    • CPP Certification Training: We provide a 100% digital training curriculum specifically designed to help transitioning military personnel pass the ASIS Certified Protection Professional (CPP) examination.

    • Government Contracting & Set-Asides: As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), we offer training solutions eligible for sole-source direct awards and competitive set-aside contracts. This allows federal agencies (DoW, VA) and prime contractors to fulfill supplier diversity mandates while accessing scalable, compliant training.

    • SME Consultation: We provide Subject Matter Expertise (SME) on an hourly or retainer basis, assisting government contractors with specific security project requirements leveraging our background in defense and global corporate management.

  • Here is what sets us apart:

    Real-World Corporate Mastery

    We teach from a position of authority built on years of navigating the complex corporate boardroom. With a background that includes managing $6M+ program pipelines and leading global security operations, our founder has mastered every aspect of the ESRM framework—from asset identification and risk mitigation to the financial justification of security programs. We ensure you understand the "business of security," empowering you to speak the language of executives and manage liability with the confidence of a seasoned program manager.

    Unmatched Dual-Sector Experience

    Our training is rooted in the real-world experience of our founder, who possesses over 30 years of progressive leadership in both military intelligence and global corporate security management. We understand exactly where you are coming from—whether it is the battlefield or government service—and exactly what you need to succeed in the corporate boardroom.

    The "Translation" Methodology

    Our proprietary curriculum is unique because it is built on a direct, systemic comparison between defense doctrine and the commercial Enterprise Security Risk Management (ESRM) framework. We don't just teach you the material; we demystify the terminology gap that often holds experienced operators back, helping you translate tactical knowledge into the strategic business language required to pass the CPP exam.

    100% Digital Scalability

    We understand the demands placed on working professionals and active-duty personnel. Our courses are delivered via a state-of-the-art Learning Management System (LMS) that is 100% digital and self-paced. This provides unlimited, near-instant scalability for large-scale federal contracts or corporate teams without the need for physical infrastructure.

    Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned (SDVOSB)

    As a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, we share your values and understand your background. This status is a central pillar of our identity, providing a significant competitive advantage for corporate and government partners who are seeking to meet supplier diversity mandates or fulfill set-aside contract requirements.

  • We use a flexible dual-structure model designed to meet the specific procurement needs of our diverse clients.

    • For Individuals: We offer our certification training at a transparent, flat-rate price, ensuring immediate access to our self-paced digital curriculum without hidden fees.

    • For Government & Enterprise: We operate on a contractual basis aligned with federal regulations, utilizing Firm Fixed Price (FFP) for scalable training licenses and Time & Materials (T&M) for specialized consulting services. This structure allows us to support everything from single-user access to large-scale, compliance-driven federal set-aside contracts.

  • Working with Cider Hill Consulting means partnering with a mentor who speaks your language—whether that language is corporate strategy or military doctrine. Our approach is defined by a unique corporate/military dual mindset, rooted in the owner's dual-career experience. We understand where you are coming from because we have over 30 years of experience navigating both defense operations and global corporate security management.

    Unlike impersonal, automated platforms, we prioritize personal contact on all platforms and across all plans. Whether you are an individual purchasing a self-paced certification course, a CSO seeking to ensure operational conformance, or a government agency securing a large-scale contract, you have direct access to our expertise. We don't just sell you a login; we actively help you "translate" your operational experience into the commercial Enterprise Security Risk Management (ESRM) concepts required for success. You can expect a relationship that is supportive, accessible, and relentlessly focused on bridging the gap between your past service, your experience, and your future leadership.

  • Congratulations on starting with the search for quality CPP training and ESRM consultation. We have streamlined the process to help you begin immediately based on your specific needs:

    • For Individuals and Transitioning Veterans: You can get started right away by visiting our Services page. Select the training that matches your profile—such as the Military Transition CPP Training for service members or the Personal CPP Certification Training for private sector professionals—and click "Add to cart". Our 100% digital, self-paced Learning Management System allows you to begin your studies immediately after purchase.

    • For Corporate Teams and Government Agencies: If you require training for a group, a custom package, or are looking to fulfill a set-aside requirement, please use the Contact Us form on our website. We will work with you to develop a compliant, scalable solution that fits your organization's specific goals.

  • Ready to secure your professional future and validate your organization's resilience? We encourage you to reach out immediately via the Contact Us form on our website.

    Whether you are a security professional seeking our specialized CPP Certification Training, a corporate leader requiring an ESRM Conformance Review to align your governance with ISO and ANSI standards, or a federal partner looking for a verified SDVOSB solution for set-aside contracts, we are ready to assist you. From self-paced digital learning to high-level strategic consulting, our full range of services is designed to help you achieve both individual certification and organizational compliance. Submit your inquiry today to discuss your specific goals with us.