A+ Certification is a Requirement for DoD 8570.1 Directive
One of the most startling changes to our lifestyles in this new century is security. Since the fourth quarter of 2001, everything we view has reflected a different perspective on the federal, state and local level. This new climate of security has become part of the public and private sector as well. In order to continue to do business on a daily basis, corporations must adhere to certain guidelines to insure a smooth, continuous workflow, but also remain mindful of the importance of secure operations and information.
The Department of Defense (DoD) 8570.1 directive, which was officially signed and put into action in 2004, requires all personnel under the categories of military, defense contractors and all employees, civilian and foreign, with access to a Department of Defense system must obtain and possess a nationally recognized commercial credential adhering to The American National Standards Institute, also known as ANSI. It further states that all personnel under the above workforce categories must be certified by the end of the year 2010.
On a technical level, the A+ certification, the Network+ certification and the Security+ certification are accepted criteria all individuals under this purview must possess. On the management level, the Security+ certification is a requirement. On a further level, any corporation desiring to bid on, or perform business with Department of Defense information technology, their personnel must be 8570.1 compliant. Also, the directive insures the certification is recognized within the private and public sectors, and is a global standard, making the certification extremely portable.
It is no secret government contracts are the bread and butter to many corporations doing business. In order to keep this relationship with the federal government, it is a mandated requirement that affects the business in general as well as you, the technician. Each and every day, information security is a continually growing concern that must be taken seriously, and adhered to on a consistent basis. If you are a technician, with the year 2010 right around the corner, it is imperative you have obtained an A+ certification. Keeping your certifications up to date protects you as a technician, as well as insures your abilities and knowledge of the industry are current and unquestionably top notch.
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