622 Secure Software Assessor
Certification options for DoD Cyber Workforce Framework work role 622 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
- 7
- Matrix Status
- Approved
Certifications by Proficiency Level
7 options| Certification | Issuer | BasicBasic7 | Inter.Intermediate6 | Adv.Advanced1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CISSP-ISSEP Information Systems Security Engineering Professional · ISC2 | ISC2 | Qualifies | Qualifies | Qualifies |
| CSC Cyber Secure Coder · Logical Operations, Inc. dba CERTNEXUS | Logical Operations, Inc. dba CERTNEXUS | Qualifies | Qualifies | No |
| CSSLP Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional · ISC2 | ISC2 | Qualifies | Qualifies | No |
| GCSA GIAC Cloud Security Automation · GIAC | GIAC | Qualifies | Qualifies | No |
| GSEC GIAC Security Essentials · GIAC | GIAC | Qualifies | Qualifies | No |
| Security+ CompTIA Security+ · CompTIA | CompTIA | Qualifies | Qualifies | No |
| GCLD GIAC Cloud Security Essentials · GIAC | GIAC | Qualifies | No | No |
Options aligned to a higher proficiency level also qualify for the lower levels.
Related
Other Cybersecurity work roles
212 Cyber Defense Forensics Analyst511 Cyber Defense Analyst521 Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support Specialist531 Cyber Defense Incident Responder541 Vulnerability Assessment Analyst611 Authorizing Official/Designated Representative612 Security Control 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.