8140.03 Implementation

Within DoD Directive 8140 is the manual 8140.03. This new manual includes specific guidelines for implementing the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework, to establish requirements, training and career progression in the cybersecurity field.

Who and How Does the 8140.03 Manual Apply?

Which Federal or DoD organizations does this manual apply to?

All DoD components, branches and agencies.

Which individuals from these organizations does this manual apply to?

Workforce Element categories and Work Role examples include:

Cyber IT

Technical Support Specialist
Database Administrator
Knowledge Manager
Network Operations Specialist
Systems Administrator
Systems Developer

Cybersecurity

Cyber Defense Analyst
Vulnerability Assessment Analyst
AO/Designating Representative
Security Control Assessor
IS Security Developer
Security Analyst

Software Engineering

Software Developer
Software/Cloud Architect
Systems Security Analyst
DevSecOps Specialist
Product Designer UI

AI/Data

AI Innovation Leader
AI Risk & Ethics Specialist
AL/ML Specialist
Data Officer
Data Steward
Data Architect

Cyber Effects

Mission Assessment Specialist
Exploitation Analyst
Target Developer
Target Network Analyst
Warning Analyst
Cyber Operator

Cyber Intelligence

Multi-Disciplined Language Analyst
All-Source Analyst
All-Source Collection Manager
All-Source Collection Requirements Manager
Cyber Intelligence Planner

Cyber Enablers

Cyber Policy and Strategy Planner
Executive Cyber Leader
Privacy Compliance Manager
Cyber Legal Advisor
Cyber Training and Education
Cyber Crime Investigator

8140.03 Timeline & Reporting Requirements

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

The manual was published establishing these guidelines.

Published by the DoD CIO, 8140.03 was created as the manual for implementation of the Defense Cyber Workforce Framework. 8140.03 is an updated version of 8140.01. The Cyber Workforce Management Board and broad cyber workforce policy is established in 8140.01.

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

All applicable roles should be coded for individuals in the applicable organizations and workforce elements.

As a supplement to 8140.03, DoDI 8140.02 outlines the roles and workforce elements included in 8140.03.

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Individuals in the DCWF roles, that are categorized under the cybersecurity workforce elements, must meet 8140.03 requirements (including Foundational requirements).

This entails recording and reporting the appropriate qualifications to meet minimum requirements.

FEBRUARY 15, 2026

All individuals in DCWF work roles must meet and maintain 8140.03 minimum requirements.

The goals of DoD 8104 and subsequently DoDI 8140.01, 8140.02 and 8140.03 are archieved and successfully upheld and maintained going forward.

8140.03 Manual Overview

The Department of Defense Manual 8140.03, available in full on our Resources page, is a directive that addresses the framework for managing the DoD’s cybersecurity workforce in 5 sections:

Sections	Section Summary
Section 1	Introduces the directive’s purpose, which is to enhance cybersecurity through effective workforce management.
Section 2	Outlines governance and management responsibilities, including roles for the DoD Chief Information Officer, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy, and the Cyber Workforce Management Group
Section 3	Details the necessary competencies, job roles and certifications required for cybersecurity positions within the DoD.
Section 4	Focuses on workforce development, including training, career pathways and strategic planning.
Section 5	Covers performance evaluation and metrics to ensure the ongoing effectiveness and improvement of the DoD’s cybersecurity workforce.

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