SEC595: Applied Data Science and AI/Machine Learning for Cybersecurity Professionals
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US Department of Defense 8140 Mandate
The Department of Defense’s 8140 initiative transforms how the cyber workforce is qualified. SANS training and GIAC certifications provide the trusted path to compliance — and to advancing your mission-critical skills.
Want to Know More About DoD8140?
Three Ways to Qualify — One Trusted Partner
DoD 8140 recognizes multiple ways to achieve foundational qualification: - Certification - Training - Education SANS courses and GIAC certifications are directly mapped to DoD cyber work roles and proficiency levels — giving you a proven, recognized path to compliance and readiness.
Not Sure Where to Start?
Our dedicated DoD 8140 specialists can help you identify your role, assess your current qualifications, and design a path forward. Whether you’re an individual, training partner, or DoD component, we’re here to help.
Mapped. Approved. Mission-Ready.
Learn more about DoD 8140 through a series of short videos covering key topics, along with a full interview featuring Matt Isnor, Program Lead for Cyberspace Workforce Development in the DoD CIO Office and one of the principal architects of the 8140 program.
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How to Become 8140 Compliant
Understand the steps and requirements for achieving 8140 compliance, whether you serve in the military or work as a DoD contractor.
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What is Dod8140?
Get a clear overview of the goals and mission behind DoD 8140 and why it matters to today’s cyber workforce.
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Benefits for Security Leaders
Discover how the DoD 8140 directive can strengthen your unit’s mission and help build efficient, effective cybersecurity teams.
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Benefits for Individuals
Learn how the DoD 8140 directive can support your career growth whether you are enlisted, a military civilian, or a DoD contractor.
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Workforce Development and Retention
Learn how DoD 8140 can enhance the effectiveness of your cyber workforce and support both recruitment and retention efforts.
Download Your Comprehensive Guide to the DoD 8140 Directive
The updated DoD 8140 Qualification Program provides a comprehensive approach to managing cyber workforce talent. It establishes baseline standards for qualifications that directly support operational needs and workforce readiness. With the expansion of the DoD 8140 Cyber Workforce Qualification Program, around 225,000 military, civilian, and contractor positions will have foundational and residential qualification criteria for each DoD Cyber Workforce Framework role.
GIAC offers the largest range of DoD-approved certifications. In this at-a-glance guide to 8140, discover compliance timelines, practical implications, a list of work roles mapped to qualifying GIAC Certifications, and more.
8140 Framework Categories
The 8140 Framework Categories are a high-level grouping of common cybersecurity functions. Select a category below to help you identify the right certifications and affiliate training for your current or desired cybersecurity role.
Cyber IT
(411) Technical Support Specialist (421) Database Administrator (431) Knowledge Manager(KM) (441) Network Operations (NETOPS) Specialist (451) System Administrator (SYSADMIN) (632) Systems Developer (641) Systems Requirements Planner (651) Enterprise Architect (ENTARCH) (661) Research and Development (R&D) Specialist (671) System Testing and Evaluation (T&E) Specialist
Cybersecurity
(212) Cyber Defense Forensics Analyst (462) Control Systems Security Specialist (511) Cyber Defense Analyst (521) Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support Specialist (531) Cyber Defense Incident Responder (541) Vulnerability Assessment Analyst (611) Authorizing Official (AO)/Designated Rep (612) Security Control Assessor (622) Secure Software Assessor (631) Information Systems Security Developer (652) Security Architect (722) Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) (723) Communications Security (COMSEC) Manager
Cyber Enablers
(732) Privacy Compliance Manager (751) Cyber Workforce Developer and Manager (752) Cyber Policy and Strategy Planner (901) Executive Cyber Leader (211) Forensics Analyst (221) Cyber Crime Investigator (731) Cyber Legal Advisor (711) Cyber Instructional Curriculum Developer (712) Cyber Instructor (801) Program Manager (802) IT Project Manager (803) Product Support Manager; (804) IT Investment/Portfolio Manager (805) IT Program Auditor
Cyber Effects
(121) Exploitation Analyst (122) Digital Network Exploitation Analyst (DNEA) (131) Joint Targeting Analyst (JTA) (132) Target Digital Network Analyst (TDNA) (133) Target Analyst Reporter (TAR) (321) Access Network Operator (322) Cyberspace Operator (332) Cyber Operations Planner (341) Cyberspace Capability Developer (CCD) (442) Network Technician (443) Network Analyst (463) Host Analyst (TBD) Red Team Specialist
Intelligence (Cyberspace)
(111) All-Source Analyst (151) Multi-Disciplined Language Analyst (311) All-Source Collection Manager (312) All-Source Collection Requirements Manager (331) Cyber Intelligence Planner
Software Engineering
(461) Systems Security Analyst (621) Software Developer (625) Product Designer User Interface (UI) (626) Service Designer User Experience (UX) (627) Development, Security, Operations (DevSecOps) Specialist (628) Software/Cloud Architect (673) Software Test & Evaluation Specialist (806) Product Manager
DATA/AI
(422) Data Analyst (423) Data Scientist (424) Data Steward (623) AI/ML Specialist (624) Data Operations Specialist (653) Data Architect (672) AI Test & Evaluation Specialist (733) AI Risk and Ethics Specialist (753) AI Adoption Specialist (902) AI Innovation Leader (903) Data Officer
