Stay Compliant Between Validations — Without the Fire Drills.

Certification is the starting line. We manage the ongoing work — the MSC updates, the Security Profile revisions, the annual reviews, the evidence trail — so your program stays defensible year after year, not just at certification time.

Ongoing CTPAT Compliance & Management

At Secure Trade Advisors, achieving CTPAT certification is only the beginning. Maintaining full compliance requires consistent oversight, adaptation, and expert guidance aligned with the CTPAT Minimum Security Criteria (MSC).

Ongoing Compliance Reviews

We continuously review your company’s alignment with CTPAT Program Requirements and MSC — so nothing slips through the cracks.

Always Up to Date

As CBP expectations evolve, we keep your program current — providing updates and proactive guidance before changes affect your standing.

Validation-Ready at All Times

Your CTPAT program stays compliant, effective, and fully prepared for validation — giving your team peace of mind year-round.

What’s Included

With our CTPAT Certification Management service, Secure Trade Advisors becomes your dedicated CTPAT team. We manage the details, track the deadlines, and keep your program aligned with CBP expectations, so your staff can stay focused on daily operations.

The result: your CTPAT certification stays in good standing, your program continues to mature year after year, and your leadership has the confidence that you can demonstrate compliance if there is a validation, incident, or supply chain security breach.

Annual CTPAT Compliance Assessment

We conduct a yearly assessment of your Company’s compliance with the CTPAT Program Requirements and the applicable Minimum Security Criteria (MSC).
This includes reviewing what is stated and uploaded in your CTPAT Portal account, as well as evaluating the physical and procedural security measures at your facility.

Our assessment includes two parts:

1. CTPAT Portal Review

Reviewing the information in the Business Details, Business Entity, and SVI pages
Reviewing Security Profile responses and documentation uploaded
Verifying that responses accurately reflect your Company’s current operations
Identifying inconsistencies, gaps, or missing documentation

2. Operational Security Assessment

Reviewing procedural compliance
Assessing physical security measures
Verifying access controls
Reviewing security technology systems
Identifying deficiencies and security vulnerabilities
Providing a Corrective Action Plan (CAP) for each location assessed

Policy, Procedure & Form Assessment

We perform a detailed review of your policies, procedures, forms, and training material to ensure:

They contain the required language
They comply with the MSC applicable to your entity type
Any missing elements or deficiencies are identified

If your documents are incomplete or partially compliant, we identify exactly what needs to be changed.

Corrective Action Plan (CAP)

You receive a clear, prioritized CAP that outlines:

Specific gaps
Required corrective actions
Recommendations
Responsible parties and target timelines

Verification of CAP Implementation

We follow up on your CAP, review evidence, and verify that required tasks have been implemented and are effective.

Risk Assessment Report Development

We prepare or update your CTPAT Risk Assessment Report so it reflects current threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation measures across your supply chain.

Updated Security Profile

We develop an updated Security Profile that aligns with the most recent CTPAT MSC applicable to your company type and ensure it accurately reflects your current practices and systems.

Policy, Procedure & Form Enhancements

We provide the specific language needed to update your existing policies, procedures, forms, and training materials so they comply with the applicable MSC.

If you are missing required policies, procedures, or forms, we draft them for you so your program is complete.

CTPAT Portal Updates & Documentation Uploads

We upload updated or newly developed documents to the correct sections of your Security Profile and ensure your CTPAT Portal reflects your current program.

Annual CTPAT Program Review Meeting

Once a year, we meet with your CTPAT Team to review program performance, address issues, and plan upcoming improvements and deadlines.

Submission of Security Profile to CBP

We assist with filing the Security Profile, Risk Assessment Report, written policies and procedures, and supporting documentation to CBP before the anniversary deadline.

Incident & Investigation Support

We provide guidance and support for CTPAT-related incidents, including security breaches, Post Incident Analysis (PIA), Administrative Reviews, and Suspension-related matters.

Professional Support & Representation

For one calendar year from project start, we provide ongoing consulting support on all issues related to your CTPAT certification, including direct communication with CBP on your behalf. Validation support is included for domestic (U.S.) validations; support for foreign validations can be provided under a separate engagement.

CTPAT Certification Management FAQs

Below are answers to common questions about ongoing CTPAT compliance, program management, and what’s included in our Certification Management service.

What is CTPAT Certification Management?

CTPAT Certification Management is an ongoing service that helps your company maintain compliance with CTPAT Program Requirements and the Minimum Security Criteria (MSC) after obtaining the CTPAT certification. It includes an annual compliance assessment, document reviews, risk assessment updates, security profile update, portal maintenance, and support to keep your certification in good standing.

Why do companies need certification management after they become CTPAT certified?

Because certification is only the beginning. Ongoing compliance requires consistent oversight, updates to match evolving CBP expectations, and periodic reviews to ensure your Security Profile, documentation, and procedures continue to reflect real operations. Certification management helps prevent gaps that can lead to findings during validation or after an incident.

What is included in your annual CTPAT compliance assessment?

Our annual assessment includes a CTPAT Portal review (Business Details, Business Entity, SVI, Security Profile, and uploaded documentation) plus an operational security assessment that reviews procedural compliance, physical security, access controls, security technology, and vulnerabilities.

Do you provide a Corrective Action Plan (CAP) if gaps are found?

Yes. If gaps, inconsistencies, or missing documentation are identified, you receive a clear, prioritized Corrective Action Plan (CAP) that outlines specific gaps, required corrective actions, recommendations, responsible parties, and target timelines.

Will you help update our CTPAT Risk Assessment and Security Profile?

Yes. We update your CTPAT Risk Assessment to reflect current threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation measures across your supply chain, and we develop an updated Security Profile aligned with the most recent MSC applicable to your entity type.

Do you upload documents and update the CTPAT Portal for us?

Yes. We upload updated or newly developed documents to the correct Security Profile sections and ensure your CTPAT Portal accurately reflects your current program and supporting evidence.

Do you provide support if we have a security incident or CBP concern?

Yes. We provide guidance for CTPAT-related incidents, including security breaches, Post Incident Analysis (PIA), administrative reviews, and suspension-related matters. We also provide ongoing consulting support and can communicate with CBP on your behalf during the engagement period.

Proactive Approach to Compliance

Compliance isn’t a one-time task; it’s an ongoing commitment. Our proactive approach helps you:

Expertise That Makes a Difference

Our team’s extensive experience in CTPAT compliance translates into expert guidance for your business. We bring insights and best practices that are critical in managing your certification effectively.

With Secure Trade Advisors, you have access to knowledge and expertise that ensures your CTPAT certification is a significant asset to your business.

Benefits of Robust Certification Management

Partnering with Secure Trade Advisors means ongoing assurance and peace of mind.

Assurance of continuous compliance with the CTPAT MSC and requirements of the program.
Enhanced reputation as a secure and responsible international trade partner.
Increased operational efficiency through streamlined compliance processes.
Peace of mind knowing that your certification is managed by experts.
Direct access to experts who understand CBP’s expectations.

Partner with Secure Trade Advisors

Keep your CTPAT certification in top standing with Secure Trade Advisors. Our Certification Management Service ensures peace of mind while your team focuses on daily operations.