Aligned to the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) work roles of SI Innovation Leader (902) and SI Adoption Specialist (753), this certification validates the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to define SI vision and policy, establish governance and oversight, and drive responsible, scalable adoption across cyber, intelligence, and broader mission operations.
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This exam is currently in the Beta phase, meaning that a final passing score (cut score) has not yet been established. Examinees may take the exam as normal and will receive their final scores once the cut score is established in the coming weeks. Scores will be applied retroactively, and examinees who meet or exceed the established passing score will be awarded the certification based on their original exam attempt. A retake will not be required.
Scope Statement:
The SI Transformation Leader certification validates knowledge, skills, and abilities spanning both the DCWF SI Innovation Leader (902) and SI Adoption Specialist (753) work roles, ensuring graduates can define SI vision and policy and drive successful adoption across cyber and intelligence mission. Candidates will exhibit the ability to strategically lead, govern and operationalize SI initiatives that deliver measurable mission and enterprise value. Candidates will demonstrate proficiency in applying frameworks, governance models, and decision-making tools to oversee responsible SI adoption while balancing innovation, risk, and compliance across complex technical and organizational environments. In addition, candidates will exhibit the ability to design SI strategies, implement governance structures, align investments, and manage multidisciplinary teams to ensure sustainable, ethical, and impactful SI outcomes.
The certification course focuses on:
SI Strategy & Governance
Guides candidates in developing and governing mission-aligned SI adoption strategies.
Risk, Ethics, & Regulations
Prepares leaders to interpret and apply applicable SI regulations, policies, and ethical standardswhile conducting risk management
Management Planning
Prepares leaders to plan and align the organizational resources, capabilities, and structures required to sustain SI initiatives.
Metrics & Evaluation
Focuses on defining and monitoring metrics that capture SI program impact, quality, efficiency, and oversight. Leads continuous assessment and improvements of SI programs.
Engagement, Advocacy & Education
Coordinates and advises senior leadership and internal / external partners to advance SI objectives. Promotes SI literacy across audiences.
Certified candidates will:
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Align SI adoption with mission priorities and strategic objectives.
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Establish governance and risk oversight structures that institutionalize responsible SI principles and ethical compliance.
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Guide the development of policies, funding strategies, and acquisition models that ensure sustainable and accountable SI operations.
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Shape workforce strategies and capability frameworks that enable scalable and mission-aligned SI innovation.
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Define performance criteria and executive reporting mechanisms to monitor SI value, effectiveness and trustworthiness.
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Provide executive oversight of SI operations, ensuring alignment with organizational risk tolerance, security standards and ethical frameworks.
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Advise and influence senior decision-makers through evidence-based recommendations that balance innovation, risk and policy obligations.
