FORT HUACHUCA, Ariz. — In today's dynamic threat landscape, robust cybersecurity is paramount to ensuring mission readiness and protecting critical infrastructure. The U.S. Army Information Systems Engineering Command and Installation Management Command are forging a strong partnership to navigate the complexities of Risk Management Framework 2.0 compliance, adhering to the guidelines established by the National Institute of Standards and Technology Risk Management. This collaboration is crucial for enhancing IMCOM's cybersecurity defenses and safeguarding Army installations worldwide.
USAISEC provides direct, hands-on support to the IMCOM Organizational Information Systems Security Manager, streamlining and optimizing information security management processes. This direct engagement facilitates compliance with the Federal Information Security Modernization Act and strengthens the security posture of IMCOM's Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service portfolio. which plays a vital role in managing and tracking cybersecurity risks across the IMCOM enterprise. In fiscal year 2024, USAISEC provided cybersecurity engineering and assistance to 25 critical systems at 10 worldwide installations. This support has expanded in fiscal year 2025, with ISEC postured to provide cybersecurity support to 55 systems deemed high priority by IMCOM including a recent trip to Japan where the engineering team supported U.S. Army Garrison Camp Zama.
At USAISEC's state-of-the-art Mission Engineering Directorate lab, expert teams are conducting essential assess-only assessments for a variety of commercial off-the-shelf products and services deployed across Army installations globally. These rigorous assessments identify potential vulnerabilities and empower IMCOM to proactively mitigate risks, ensuring the integrity and security of their systems. This proactive approach is essential in staying ahead of evolving cyber threats. The Assess Only Team has been focused on providing eMASS record review of system location, system POC, and required artifacts for all 72 assess-only systems identified in eMASS. This effort has led to coordination calls with system owners and provided updated status on 39 system records. This method allows for a more efficient and updated approach for USAISEC support to IMCOM for assess-only systems and offers the necessary assistance that USAISEC provides to system owners to ensure eMASS system records are maintained, up-to-date and “at the ready” for future support
Recognizing the importance of a well-trained workforce, USAISEC has developed specialized RMF/Information System Owner 101 training. This tailored training goes beyond standard requirements, delving into specific ISO duties and responsibilities. Those exact duties include their expertise in managing information security and navigating the complexities of eMASS so that their systems can rapidly be reviewed by the approval officers and granted authority to operate. Beginning fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025, USAISEC will be conducting this training remotely, equipping ISOs with the necessary knowledge and skills to conduct their daily duties. USAISEC is strengthening the overall cybersecurity posture of IMCOM.
Furthermore, USAISEC is postured to provide invaluable on-the-ground support during higher headquarters assessments, offering cybersecurity subject matter expertise during critical onsite inspections. This direct assistance helps IMCOM navigate the complexities of these assessments and confidently demonstrate their RMF 2.0 compliance. HHAs are a critical component of ensuring consistent and effective cybersecurity practices across the Army.
Looking ahead, USAISEC and IMCOM are committed to deepening their collaboration, expanding support, and ensuring a robust and adaptable security posture capable of meeting the ever-evolving challenges of the cyber domain. This ongoing partnership is essential to safeguarding Army installations, protecting sensitive information, and maintaining mission readiness in an increasingly complex threat environment.
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