Government & Public Sector Certifications
Certifications required for U.S. government and DoD contractor roles.
Some certifications aren't just useful — they're a legal requirement. U.S. Department of Defense Directive 8570/8140 mandates specific certifications for anyone (military, civilian, or contractor) who touches DoD information systems. This section tracks which certs actually satisfy that requirement, and at what level.
What's New
- 2026-07-09 — Site reorganized into four sections: For Engineers, For Everyone Else, University-Branded, and Government & Public Sector.
Guides
General Guides
How to choose your path, what to take first, and what to skip — coming soon.
Coming soonDoD 8570/8140
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)
DoD-approved baseline cert (IAT Level II / IAM Level I) for anyone touching DoD information systems.
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