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Information Assurance Implementation (DoDI 8500.2) DIACAP requires an information system to be accredited across the network i.e. the certification and accreditation process will not just be system-based, but will also ensure that the information system ensures security when interacting and comm...
The challenge of securing U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) information systems has grown significantly. A new approach to information assurance certification and accreditation (IA C&A) is needed to effectively extend the IA C&A process to aggregations of systems and improve their security. An examin...
As an IT worker for several Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, one of the most challenging aspects is to maintain a baseline of accreditation for handling privileged information. The CompTIA Security+ certification is designed to do just that; assess an individuals’ Informati...
The Department of Defense (DoD) has confirmed that new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements will be included in DoD solicitations to be released in November 2020. This confirmation indicates that, despite the impact of COVID-19, the DoD is intent upon shorin...
After the Defense Department revamped cybersecurity standards for contractors, the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program’s accreditation body is making adjustments. ByLauren C. Williams December 3, 2021 Could faster buying undermine electronic warfare prep?
Industry working groups tasked with implementing the Pentagon's landmark cybersecurity certification program have selected the University of Virginia's Ty Schieber as board chairman to lead the process for selecting a board of directors for an accreditation body that is expected to be up an...
But while the pilot projects are important for establishing an adjudication baseline, Arrington said, companies can be proactive in obtaining certification from the CMMC Accreditation Body, which she estimates has trained and certified 130 independent assessors. ...
Certification and Accreditation Section 3. Common Requirements 8-300. Introduction 8-301. Clearing and Sanitization Instructions on clearing, sanitization and release of IS media shall be issued by the accrediting CSA. [Editor's note: CSA is the "Cognizant Security Agency (CSA). Agencies of ...
Department of Defense8510.01 November 28, 2007 ASD(NII)/DoD CIO SUBJECT: DoD Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) References: (a) Subchapter III of Chapter 35 of title 44, United States Code, "Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) of 2002" (b) DoD...