212 Cyber Defense Forensics Analyst
Certification options for DoD Cyber Workforce Framework work role 212 in the Cybersecurity element, by proficiency level, from DoD 8140 qualification matrix V2.1. A certification is one of several ways to meet a work role's foundational qualification, along with education, training, and an experience alternative.
Updated
- Certification Options
- 8
- Matrix Status
- Approved
Certifications by Proficiency Level
8 options| Certification | Issuer | BasicBasic8 | Inter.Intermediate8 | Adv.Advanced6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CFR CyberSec First Responder · CertNexus | CertNexus | Qualifies | Qualifies | Qualifies |
| CySA+ CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst · CompTIA | CompTIA | Qualifies | Qualifies | Qualifies |
| GCFA GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst · GIAC | GIAC | Qualifies | Qualifies | Qualifies |
| GCFE GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner · GIAC | GIAC | Qualifies | Qualifies | Qualifies |
| GREM GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware · GIAC | GIAC | Qualifies | Qualifies | Qualifies |
| PenTest+ CompTIA PenTest+ · CompTIA | CompTIA | Qualifies | Qualifies | Qualifies |
| CHFI Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator · EC-Council | EC-Council | Qualifies | Qualifies | No |
| RCCE Level 1 Rocheston Certified Cybersecurity Engineer Level 1 · Rocheston LLC | Rocheston LLC | Qualifies | Qualifies | No |
Options aligned to a higher proficiency level also qualify for the lower levels.
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511 Cyber Defense Analyst521 Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support Specialist531 Cyber Defense Incident Responder541 Vulnerability Assessment Analyst611 Authorizing Official/Designated Representative612 Security Control Assessor622 Secure Software Assessor631 Information Systems Security Developer652 Security Architect722 Information Systems Security Manager723 COMSEC Manager
Certification options from the DoD 8140 Qualification Matrix V2.1 (2025-09-19), excluding entries the matrix marks as pending validation. The matrix is the authoritative source; check the current version and your component's requirements for a specific position. This site is not affiliated with the Department of Defense.