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ACTEDS

ACTEDS (Army Civilian Training, Education and Development System): Historical/Legacy system for managing Army civilian training...

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ATO

ATO (Authority to Operate): Official management decision to authorize operation of an information system and...

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Authority to Operate

ATO (Authority to Operate): Official management decision to authorize operation of an information system and...

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CAP

CAP (Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Program): A structured training program that combines on-the-job learning with technical instruction...

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CAWF

CAWF (Cyber Workforce Framework): A common foundation to organize and describe cybersecurity work. Provides a...

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CBT

CBT (Computer-Based Training): Original delivery method for cyber workforce training before WBT became standard. 

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CEH

Original 8570 Approved Certifications: Legacy Categories Initial list of commercial certifications approved for DOD IA/cybersecurity...

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CEMAP

CEMAP (Cyber Exchange Management Assignment Program): Early rotation program for developing cyber workforce expertise. 

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Certification Management

The process of tracking, maintaining, and updating professional certifications for cybersecurity personnel. 

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Chief Information Officer

CIO (Chief Information Officer): Senior executive responsible for information technology strategy and systems, including cybersecurity...

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CIO

CIO (Chief Information Officer): Senior executive responsible for information technology strategy and systems, including cybersecurity...

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CISSP

CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional): A globally recognized certification for information security professionals, covering...

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CMMC

CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification): A unified standard for implementing cybersecurity across the Defense Industrial...

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CND-SP

CND-SP (Computer Network Defense Service Provider): Legacy category for specialized defensive cyberspace operations roles under...

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Compliance Tracking

Monitoring and documenting adherence to regulatory requirements and security standards. 

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CompTIA

CompTIA: Computing Technology Industry Association - Organization that issues professional certifications for the IT industry,...

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CompTIA Security+

Original 8570 Approved Certifications: Legacy Categories Initial list of commercial certifications approved for DOD IA/cybersecurity...

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Computing Environment Certification

Legacy Requirement Early requirement focusing on specific computing environment expertise (Windows, Unix/Linux, etc.). 

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CSWF

CSWF (Cyber Security Workforce Framework): Early iteration of the cyber workforce framework that bridged between...

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Cyber Range

A virtual environment used for cybersecurity training and skills development through simulated scenarios and attacks. 

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Cyber Workforce Framework

CAWF (Cyber Workforce Framework): A common foundation to organize and describe cybersecurity work. Provides a...

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Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Program

CAP (Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Program): A structured training program that combines on-the-job learning with technical instruction...

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DCPDS

DCPDS (Defense Civilian Personnel Data System): Legacy system for managing civilian personnel data before modern...

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DCWF

DCWF (DOD Cyber Workforce Framework): Framework that defines and codes cyber work roles and tasks...

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DCWS

DCWS (Defense Civilian Workforce System): System for managing civilian workforce personnel actions and data, including...

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Defense Civilian Workforce System

DCWS (Defense Civilian Workforce System): System for managing civilian workforce personnel actions and data, including...

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DISA Baseline

DISA Baseline Certifications: Original certification requirements established by Defense Information Systems Agency. 

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DoD Cyber Workforce Framework

DCWF (DOD Cyber Workforce Framework): Framework that defines and codes cyber work roles and tasks...

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DoDI

DoDI (Department of Defense Instruction): Issuances that implement DOD policy established in DOD directives. Provides...

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FIPS

FIPS (Federal Information Processing Standards): Standards developed by NIST for federal computer systems, including security...

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FISMA

FISMA (Federal Information Security Management Act): Law that defines cybersecurity framework for federal information systems,...

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Gap Analysis

Assessment of the difference between current workforce capabilities and required competencies. 

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GSEC

Original 8570 Approved Certifications: Legacy Categories Initial list of commercial certifications approved for DOD IA/cybersecurity...

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IAM Level

IAM Levels I-III: Legacy Categories Original management categories under 8570.01 for Information Assurance Management positions,...

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IASAE Level

IASAE Levels I-III:Legacy Categories System Architecture and Engineering categories under 8570.01, focusing on system security...

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IASS

IASS (Information Assurance Scholarship Program): Legacy Program Early DOD initiative established by the National Defense...

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IAT Level

IAT Levels I-III: Legacy Categories Original technical categories under 8570.01 that defined certification requirements for...

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Information Assurance Internship Program

Predecessor to modern cyber workforce development programs. 

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Information Assurance Training

Legacy term for cybersecurity training programs under 8570. 

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Information Assurance Workforce

Term used before "cybersecurity workforce" became 8140: DOD Directive 8140 establishes policies and responsibilities for...

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ISSM

Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM): Predecessor to modern cybersecurity management roles. 

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ISSO

Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO): Historical role that evolved into various specialized cybersecurity positions. 

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IT Workforce Development

Original program focusing on general IT skills before the specialization into cybersecurity roles. 

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J

Joint Qualification Standards

Early attempts to standardize cyber workforce requirements across military branches. 

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KSA

KSA (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities): Specific competencies required for cyber workforce positions. Used in job...

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KSAs

KSAs (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities): Specific competencies required for cyber workforce positions. Used in job...

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Legacy Position Coding

Original system for coding cyber positions before current DCWF codes. 

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Legacy Role Mapping

Process of converting positions from old IA categories to new cyber workforce categories.

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Manual Tracking Systems

Early methods of tracking workforce certifications and qualifications before automated systems.

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Manual Waiver

Manual Waiver Process: Historical process for requesting exceptions to certification requirements. 

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MCIT

DOD Mission Critical Information Technology (MCIT): Transitional Framework Early classification system for identifying critical IT...

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ML

ML (Machine Learning See Also: Artificial Intelligence. Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI)- Advanced computing...

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Network Security Administrator

Network Security Administrator: Early designation for roles now split into multiple specialized network security positions. 

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NICE

NICE (National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education): Framework for cybersecurity education, training, and workforce development. Provides...

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NICE 1.0

NICE 1.0 Framework (2012): Transitional Framework Initial version of the NICE Framework that helped standardize...

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NICE 2.0

NICE 2.0 Framework (2014): Transitional Framework Updated version that introduced the concept of work roles...

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NIST

NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology): Federal agency that develops cybersecurity standards and guidelines,...

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Original Compliance Reporting

Initial methods for tracking and reporting workforce certification status. 

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Position Management

The process of creating, modifying, and tracking position descriptions and requirements within an organization. 

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Q

Qualification Standards

Original standards used to evaluate cyber workforce candidates before current KSA-based evaluation. 

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Risk Management Framework

RMF (Risk Management Framework): Framework for managing organizational risk related to information systems. Includes six...

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RMF

RMF (Risk Management Framework): Framework for managing organizational risk related to information systems. Includes six...

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Security Operations Center

SOC (Security Operations Center): Facility where information security issues are monitored and addressed. Central point...

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Skill Matrix

A visual tool that maps employees' skills against required competencies for different cyber work roles. 

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SOC

SOC (Security Operations Center): Facility where information security issues are monitored and addressed. Central point...

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Talent Pipeline

A pool of candidates being developed for current and future cybersecurity positions through training and...

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Training Management System

Software platform for administering, documenting, tracking, and reporting educational courses and programs. 

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WBT

WBT (Web-Based Training): Training delivered through web browsers and internet technologies. Enables flexible, self-paced learning...

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Work Role

A specific grouping of cyber work and requirements for a position. Defines the tasks, knowledge,...

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Workforce Analytics

The analysis of workforce data to improve human resource management, including skills gap analysis, training...

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Workforce Development

Strategic approach to improving employees' capabilities through training, education, and career development opportunities. 

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Workforce Management

The integrated set of processes organizations use to optimize employee productivity, including time tracking, scheduling,...

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Zero Trust

Security concept that requires strict identity verification for every person and device trying to access...

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Zero-Trust

Security concept that requires strict identity verification for every person and device trying to access...

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