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Mile2 Cybersecurity Certifications
ANSI / DoD 8140 Certifications
DoDM 8140 is a US Department of Defense (DoD) initiative that establishes guidelines for training, certification, and workforce management in the DoD cyberspace domain. It replaces DoDD 8570, expanding beyond Information Assurance (IA) roles to cover a broader range of cybersecurity positions.
DoDM 8140 enhances the training, certification, and workforce structure for DoD cybersecurity professionals. By integrating the DCWF and NICE Framework, it provides a more flexible, skills-based approach to workforce management, ensuring a stronger and more capable DoD cyberspace force.
Key Aspects of DoDM 8140
01. Background
- • DoDD 8570 previously focused on IA roles but has now been replaced by DoDM 8140, which provides a more comprehensive approach to managing the DoD cyberspace workforce.
02. Focus & Objectives
- • DoDM 8140 standardizes the training, certification, and management of government personnel handling cybersecurity and Information Assurance functions.
03. DoD Cyberspace Workforce Framework (DCWF)
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- • The transition to 8140 introduces a more adaptable system based on the DoD Cyberspace Workforce Framework (DCWF).
- • DCWF classifies cyber roles, defining the necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities for each position.
04. Qualification Matrices
- • The DoD 8140 Qualification Matrices provide pathways to achieve foundational and advanced qualifications.
- • These include a mix of DoD and military training programs, aligning with DoDM 8140 standards.
05. Compliance Requirements
- Each DoD Component is responsible for ensuring personnel meet:
- • Foundational qualifications
- • Residential qualifications
- • Ongoing professional development
06. Training & Certification
- • DoDM 8140 outlines mandatory training and certification for DoD cyber professionals.
- • Mile2 has applied for and been approved for DoD 8140.
07. Approved Certifications
- • C)ISSO: Certified Information Systems Security Officer
- • C)PTE: Certified Penetration Testing Engineer
08. DoD Cyber Exchange
- • A central hub for DoD 8140 resources, including qualification matrices, FAQs, and training materials.
09. Alignment with NICE Framework
- • DoDM 8140 aligns with the NICE Cybersecurity Workforce Framework, ensuring consistency across federal cybersecurity workforce initiatives.
10. Key Changes from DoDD 8570
- • Replaces the rigid IAT (Information Assurance Technical) and IAM (Information Assurance Management) structure.
- • Introduces a role-based framework that better reflects the evolving cybersecurity landscape.
Mile2 training courses are not required to take and pass a Mile2 certification exam!