ARA DIACAP Solutions
Information Assurance and Security
What is DIACAP?
The Department of Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) is a process that certifies and validates Information Systems (IS) so they can be interconnected to the Global Information Grid (GIG). DIACAP implements a standard set of IA Controls defined in DODi 8500.2 and assures that systems meet and maintain a security posture necessary to allow data to traverse DoD networks. DoDi 8510.01 establishes the Certification & Accreditation (C&A) process to manage the implementation of IA capabilities and services and provide visibility of accreditation decisions regarding the operation of DoD Information Systems.
DIACAP consists of 5 Phases:
Phase 1: Inititate & Plan IA C&A
Phase 2: Implement & Validate Assigned IA Controls
Phase 3: Make Certification Determination & Accreditation Decision
Phase 4: Maintain Authorization to Operate & Conduct Reviews
Phase 5: Decommission
The ARA Solution?
Information Security (InfoSec) is vital in today’s world. Adversaries are continually trying to breach network boundaries and information systems in order to gain political, military, and economic advantages.Applied Research Associates (ARA) can help your organization prepare for cybersecurity threats and adhere to the latest DoD mandates and directives.
ARA's DIACAP solutions:
ARA’s trained professionals meet DODi 8570.01M IAT Levesl I, II, and III as well as IAM Levels I, II, and III in Information Security. Furthermore, many of our employees hold advanced degrees and professional certifications in areas in Information Security and Network Design.
ARA offers expertise in the following IT fields:
- Wireless Communications including high bandwidth, licensed microwave and mesh technologies
- Cisco based networks including core and edge networks
- Sensor integration including camera and radar systems
- Network design and implementation
- Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) network migration
ARA provides custom solutions to all branches of the military including onsite staffing for DIACAP package preparation and maintenance. ARA brings proven cost saving strategies such as DIACAP automation tools, risk management tools, and vulnerability scanners.
ARA offers full DIACAP services including:
- Transitioning from DITSCAP to DIACAP
- Creation of New DIACAP packages
- Maintaining and renewing current DIACAP systems
What we offer:
- Strategic planning of DIACAP activities
- Initiation and planning of information assurance certification and accreditation (C&A)
- Identification, implementation, and validation of IA controls for your system
- Vulnerability assessment & risk management
- DIACAP package preparation
- FISMA compliance aid
- Maintenance of systems through their lifecycles
For inquiries on ARA's DIACAP Services contact us at: 757-638-4900 ext. 27 or email: nfd_basedefense@ara.com
