Validates knowledge of building security into systems from requirements through disposal, using systems engineering and risk management.
599Has prerequisites
Approved DoD levels: Basic · Intermediate · Advanced
DoD 8140 Certifications: Secure Software Assessor (622)
Assesses the security of applications and software and provides actionable findings.
Validates knowledge of security threats, protective controls, risk management and incident response across modern IT environments.
439No prerequisites
Approved DoD levels: Basic · Intermediate
Validates knowledge of building security into software, from requirements and design to testing, deployment and supply chain.
734Has prerequisites
Approved DoD levels: Basic · Intermediate
Validates knowledge of access control, networking, cryptography, Linux and Windows security, cloud security and incident handling.
999No prerequisites
Approved DoD levels: Basic · Intermediate
Choosing a certification for DoD 8140
What does DoD proficiency mean?
Use the DoD proficiency required for your work role by the employer or supervisor. It describes the work, not the difficulty of a certification.
- Basic: routine work with guidance.
- Intermediate: less routine work with periodic guidance.
- Advanced: complex work with little guidance.
A higher approved level also satisfies lower levels for the same role. Leave the filter at “Any proficiency” if you do not know the requirement.
What does certification approval cover?
A certification meets only the relevant foundational qualification option; on-the-job qualification, environment-specific requirements and continuing development are separate.
Sources and scope
Explicit certification mappings come from the official DoD 8140 qualification matrix v2.1, effective September 19, 2025 and checked October 17, 2026. Rows marked pending OPR validation are excluded. This directory covers the credentials in CertUp, not every qualification option in the matrix.
Confirm the work role, proficiency and accepted qualification with the employer or supervisor before choosing a credential. See the official document library for current policy and guidance.