Commonwealth Security Questionnaire assistance
Accurate, evidence-based CSQ completion that reflects your actual security posture and stands up to scrutiny. Complete with confidence, backed by government experience.
CSQ Response Summary
Completion Status
DISP Expert
ON TEAM
CSQ Sections
5
Coverage Areas
Why CSQ completion is difficult
Questions are ambiguous
CSQ sections are dense and open-ended. It's hard to know exactly what evidence Defence expects, what level of detail to provide, or whether your answer actually addresses the question.
Evidence gathering is painful
You need to locate and organise dozens of documents — policies, procedures, certifications, audit reports, training records — that demonstrate security controls. Finding what you have and filling the gaps takes weeks.
Getting it wrong delays DISP
A weak CSQ response triggers Defence questions, re-work, and delays your DISP timeline. Inaccurate or incomplete answers damage your credibility and raise compliance concerns.
What's included in CSQ Completion Assistance
Question interpretation
Our DISP-experienced team clarifies exactly what each CSQ question is asking and what evidence Defence expects.
Evidence assessment
We review your existing documentation and identify what's available, what needs strengthening, and what gaps must be closed before submission.
Response drafting
We draft accurate, evidence-based CSQ responses that address Defence's requirements while reflecting your actual security posture.
Evidence compilation
Guidance on organizing and presenting supporting documentation in a format Defence assessors expect.
Final review
Comprehensive review of your CSQ before submission to ensure consistency, completeness, and alignment with DISP expectations.
Submission support
Assistance with the final submission process, including coordination with Defence and immediate post-submission guidance.
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Who should use CSQ completion assistance
Pre-DISP SMEs
You're preparing your first DISP application and don't have in-house expertise to interpret CSQ requirements or assemble evidence.
DISP-Registered organisations
You're already DISP-registered and need to complete or update your CSQ for ongoing compliance or annual certification cycles.
CSQ Completion Pricing
CSQ Completion Assistance
Assurance-tier engagement covering CSQ completion, evidence compilation, submission support, and up to one revision cycle. Timeline scales with environment complexity and documentation maturity.
Get a QuoteFrequently asked questions
What is the Commonwealth Security Questionnaire?
The CSQ is a detailed questionnaire that organisations must complete as part of the DISP (Defence Industry Security Program) application. It covers governance, personnel security, physical security, ICT security, and supply chain security across multiple sections with dozens of detailed questions.
How long does CSQ completion take?
Timelines vary based on your current documentation and security maturity. A typical CSQ project takes 8–16 weeks including evidence gathering, response drafting, and final review. Organisations with mature documentation and clear policies move faster; those starting from scratch need more time.
Can you help if we don't have all the evidence yet?
Absolutely. We assess what you have, identify gaps, and help you create or gather missing evidence before finalising your CSQ responses. Our team guides you through developing policies, procedures, and documentation that addresses Defence requirements.
What if our CSQ gets questioned after submission?
Our team is available to support you during Defence's assessment phase. If clarifications are requested, we help you respond quickly and comprehensively, minimizing delays to your DISP timeline.
Is CSQ completion just a checkbox exercise?
No. CSQ responses must be evidence-based and accurately reflect your actual security posture. Our approach ensures your responses are truthful, complete, and defensible — not generic or aspirational. This builds credibility with Defence assessors and supports long-term compliance.