Resources
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DoD Manual 8140.03
Cyberspace Workforce Qualification and Management Program
Directives & Manuals
| Resource Title | Type | Published | Summary | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DoDD 8140.01 | Directive | Oct 2020 | Top-level directive establishing the DCWF as the authoritative reference for the DoD cyberspace workforce and the Cyberspace Workforce Management Board (CWMB). Defines the five workforce elements. | Download PDF |
| DoDI 8140.02 | Instruction | Dec 2021 | Establishes requirements for identifying, tracking, and reporting the DoD cyberspace workforce. | Download PDF |
| DoDM 8140.03 | Manual | Feb 2023 | The implementation manual for the DoD Cyberspace Workforce Qualification and Management Program. Defines foundational, residential, and continuous professional development requirements. Replaces DoD 8570.01-M. | Download PDF |
| DoD 8140 Implementation Timeline | Reference | Nov 2023 | Visual timeline of all qualification and reporting deadlines from 2025 through 2027. | Download PDF |
| DoD Cyber Workforce Strategy | Strategy | Mar 2023 | FY24–FY27 strategic plan for workforce development, retention, and skills-based hiring. | Download PDF |
DoD Cyber Workforce Tools
| Resource Title | Resource Summary | Resource |
|---|---|---|
| Qualifications Matrices for Roles | The Qualifications Matrices are used to define and manage the qualifications and competencies required for roles within the DoD cyber workforce. | Resource Link |
| Cyber.mil Work Roles | The DCWF work roles are based on work an individual performs. This resource provides the work role definitions. | Resource Link |
| Cyber.mil Workforce Innovation Directorate Career Exploration | The Federal Cyber Career Pathways is a guide for DoD cyber professionals to plan and advance their careers. | Resource Link |
| CISA – Cyber Career Pathways Explorer | An interactive tool to explore work roles within the NICE Framework. | Resource Link |
| Navy CSWF | The Navy’s interactive Workforce Model that categorizes work roles consistence with the DCWF and links to Qualifications Matrices for each Specialty Area. | Resource Link |
| Qualification Matrix & Repository SOP | Standard operating procedures for the DoD 8140 Cyber Workforce Qualification Program. Explains how qualification options are organized and managed. | Download PDF |
| Qualification Application SOP | How individuals apply for and receive qualification credit under the DoD 8140 program. | Download PDF |
| DCWF Workforce ID & Coding Guide v1.6 | Position coding guidance for mapping billets to DCWF work roles. Essential for training managers and HR specialists. | Download PDF |
| Marine Corps COOL – CWF Overview | The Marine Corps’ interactive Workforce Model with DCWF-aligned Qualification Matrices for each Specialty Area. | Resource Link |
Related Cyber Workforce References
| Resource Title | Resource Summary | Resource |
|---|---|---|
| NICCS | NICCS is the premier online resource for cybersecurity training, education, and career information. Primarily related to the NICE Framework. | Resource Link |
| NICE | Published by NIST, the NICE Framework (National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education), which is widely used by industry and Federal government, and shares many roles with the DCWF. | Resource Link |
| NIST SP 800-181r1 (NICE Framework) | The full Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity published by NIST. DCWF work roles are derived from and aligned with NICE. | Download PDF |
| NICE Framework Components v2.1.0 | Latest NICE Framework work roles, competency areas, and task/knowledge/skill statements (December 2025). | Resource Link |
| CISA Career Development & Training Guide | Updated guide (September 2025) for cybersecurity career planning, training, and education resources. | Download PDF |
