Cybersecurity DT&E for Weapon Systems
Abstract
Beginning in FY 2021, this project provides dedicated resources to support MDAP and Rapid Prototyping/Fielding Program Managers, Chief Developmental Testers, and Lead DT&E Organizations in the development of comprehensive, efficient, and innovative Cybersecurity DT&E strategies/plans to support key acquisition milestones and engineering/programmatic decisions. On behalf of the OUSD(R&E) this project executes the following activities: - Support acquisition programs in the development of comprehensive, efficient, and innovative Cybersecurity DT&E strategies. Ensure that Cybersecurity DT&E strategies are documented in Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs). For ACAT ID programs, review and approve/disapprove the Cybersecurity DT&E strategy/plans within the TEMP. - Support rapid prototyping, rapid fielding, and technology demonstrations efforts in the development of tailored comprehensive, efficient, and innovative Cybersecurity DT&E strategies/plans. - Review and oversee Cybersecurity DT&E processes across the services, especially during the formative stages of programs, to include prototyping and experimentation. - Provide Cybersecurity DT&E subject matter experts to assist programs in building Developmental Evaluation Frameworks (DEFs) for inclusion in the TEMP. - Provide Cybersecurity subject matter experts and assist programs in conducting Cybersecurity Table Top Exercises to identify potential threat vectors and associated risks early in development and focus Cybersecurity DT&E efforts. - Provide Cybersecurity subject matter experts to assist programs with Phases 1 and 2 of the DoD Cybersecurity T&E Process and to develop Cybersecurity DT&E test objectives aligned to Cybersecurity requirements for security standards, cyber survivability and operational resilience. - Support the development of independent technical risk assessments and advise the Secretary on the Cybersecurity, cyber survivability, and resilience posture before any decision to grant Milestone A or B approval, or enter into low-rate initial production or full-rate production for ACAT ID programs or when requested by the Secretary. - Support OUSD(R&E) to develop Cybersecurity policy and guidance that ensures efficient and effective Cybersecurity DT&E across the DoD and in coordination with the Joint Staff and DoD Chief Information Officer (CIO). - Identify DoD Cybersecurity test infrastructure gaps and support development of the OUSD(R&E) test resources strategic plan. - Ensure that the Cybersecurity DT&E activities are fully integrated into, and consistent with, the DoD Systems Engineering and development planning processes. - Evolve the Cybersecurity DT&E 'state of practice' to keep pace with emerging technologies and improve test efficiency to field systems faster. - Coordinate with Director, Operational Test and Evaluation to improve Cybersecurity T&E efficiency and make best use of integrated testing.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2022
- Source ID
- 048_0605804D8Z_6_0400_PB_2022
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