DOT&E releases memo on procedures for cybersecurity in acquisition programs

The Pentagon's operational test and evaluation director has issued a memo that "provides policies and procedures for the test and evaluation of cybersecurity as part of all operational test and evaluation (OT&E) of systems and capabilities in the Department of Defense."

The April 4, 2018 memo states:

The purpose of testing cybersecurity during OT&E is to assess the ability of the system to enable operators to execute critical missions and tasks in the expected operational environment. DOT&E will consider adherence to the guidance contained in this memorandum and cited references when reviewing and assessing the adequacy of cybersecurity in all operational tests.

Read the full memo here.