DoD Directive 8570.1:
Establishes policy and assigns responsibilities, for Department of Defense (DoD) Information Assurance (IA) training, certification, and workforce management.

DoD Manual 8570.01-M:
Implements DoD Directive 8570.1. Provides guidance for the identification and categorization of positions and certification of personnel conducting Information Assurance (IA) functions within the DoD workforce supporting the DoD Global Information Grid (GIG). The DoD IA Workforce includes but is not limited to all individuals performing any of the IA functions described in this Manual.


What Information Assurance Level Are You?

Technical
IA Technical Level I	IA Technical Level I personnel make the Computing Environment (CE) less vulnerable by correcting flaws and implementing IA technical controls in the hardware or software installed within their operational systems. A+ Network+ Security+
IA Technical Level II	IA Technical Level II personnel provide network environment (NE) and advanced level CE support. They pay special attention to intrusion detection, finding and fixing unprotected "back doors," and ensuring that remote access points are well secured.  These positions focus on threats and vulnerabilities and improve the security of systems. Security+
IA Technical Level III	IA Technical Level III personnel focus on the enclave environment and support, monitor, test, and troubleshoot hardware and software IA problems pertaining to the CE, NE, and enclave environments. CISSP
Management
IA Management Level I	A Management Level I personnel are responsible for implementation and operation of a DoD IA or system component within their Computing Environment (CE). They ensure that IA related Information Systems are functional and secure within the CE. Security+
IA Management Level II	IA Management Level II personnel are responsible for the IA program of an IA within the Network Environment (NE). Personnel in these positions perform a variety of security related tasks, including the development and implementation of system information security standards and procedures. They ensure that Information Systems are functional and secure within the Network Environment. CISSP
IA Management Level III	IA Management Level III personnel are responsible for ensuring that an enclave's Information Systems are functional and secure. They determine the enclave's long-term IA system needs and acquisition requirements to accomplish operational objectives. They also develop and implement security standards and procedures through the DoD certification and accreditation process. CISSP