Secure Software Lifecycle Professional – CSSLP – Question035

What are the subordinate tasks of the Initiate and Plan IA C&A phase of the DIACAP process? Each correct answer represents a complete solution. Choose all that apply.

A. Initiate IA implementation plan
B. Develop DIACAP strategy
C. Assign IA controls.
D. Assemble DIACAP team
E. Register system with DoD Component IA Program.
F. Conduct validation activity.

Correct Answer: ABCDE

Explanation:

Explanation: The Department of Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP) is a process defined by the United States Department of Defense (DoD) for managing risk. The subordinate tasks of the Initiate and Plan IA C&A phase are as follows: Register system with DoD Component IA Program. Assign IA controls. Assemble DIACAP team. Develop DIACAP strategy. Initiate IA implementation plan. Answer: F is incorrect. Validation activities are conducted in the second phase of the DIACAP process, i.e., Implement and Validate Assigned IA Controls.