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On February 15, 2023, the Department of Defense (DoD) released a new manual, 8140.03M, which provides guidelines for managing the DoD Cybersecurity Workforce (CSWF). The manual replaces the previous version. 

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Quantifying Compliance Automation: Introducing the Cyberstar Savings Calculator!

Quantifying Compliance Automation: Introducing the Cyberstar Savings Calculator!

The Cyberstar Savings Calculator quantifies how our compliance automation platform transforms your federal cyber workforce operations. By analyzing your team structure, manual workload, and compliance requirements, we calculate the precise hours and budget you’ll reclaim annually. See exactly how Cyberstar eliminates administrative burden, streamlines compliance workflows, and delivers measurable ROI for DOD and federal security teams.

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Integrating Cyber Readiness Into Core Operations: The 8140.03 Advantage

Integrating Cyber Readiness Into Core Operations: The 8140.03 Advantage

DoDD 8140.03 requires federal agencies to transform how they approach cyber workforce management. Discover how integrating cyber readiness into core operational strategies—through continuous qualification, role-specific competencies, and automated compliance—creates a more resilient organization capable of defending against sophisticated threats.

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DoD 8140.03M: Timeline & Anatomy of Regulations

DoD 8140.03M: Timeline & Anatomy of Regulations

On February 15, 2023, the Department of Defense (DoD) released a new manual, 8140.03M, which provides guidelines for managing the DoD Cybersecurity Workforce (CSWF). The manual replaces the previous version, 8570.01-M. What is 8140.03M? What is 8140.03M? 8140.03M is...

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Implementing Your 8140 Program Now: Strategic Advantages of Early Adoption

Implementing Your 8140 Program Now: Strategic Advantages of Early Adoption

When to adopt the DoD’s 8140.03 directive has been a lingering topic of conversation across the DoD cyber workforce since it was announced. Implementing a purpose-built compliance system like Cyberstar now—ahead of compliance deadlines—transforms this challenge into a strategic advantage, providing clarity for personnel and comprehensive visibility for leadership.

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