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SA-16Developer-provided Training

IL4 High
IL5
IL6

>Control Description

Require the developer of the system, system component, or system service to provide the following training on the correct use and operation of the implemented security and privacy functions, controls, and/or mechanisms: organization-defined training.

>DoD Impact Level Requirements

No specific parameter values or requirements for this impact level.

>Discussion

Developer-provided training applies to external and internal (in-house) developers. Training personnel is essential to ensuring the effectiveness of the controls implemented within organizational systems. Types of training include web-based and computer-based training, classroom-style training, and hands-on training (including micro-training).

Organizations can also request training materials from developers to conduct in-house training or offer self-training to organizational personnel. Organizations determine the type of training necessary and may require different types of training for different security and privacy functions, controls, and mechanisms.

>Related Controls

>Assessment Interview Topics

Questions assessors commonly ask

Process & Governance:

  • What acquisition policies and procedures address the requirements of SA-16?
  • How are security and privacy requirements integrated into the acquisition process?
  • Who is responsible for ensuring that acquisitions comply with SA-16?

Technical Implementation:

  • How are security requirements defined and documented in acquisition contracts?
  • What mechanisms ensure that acquired systems and services meet security requirements?
  • How do you validate that vendors and service providers comply with specified security controls?
  • What secure coding practices and standards are required for developers?

Evidence & Documentation:

  • Can you provide examples of acquisition documentation that includes security requirements?
  • What evidence demonstrates that acquired systems meet security specifications?
  • Where is acquisition security documentation maintained throughout the system lifecycle?
  • Can you provide code review or static analysis results?

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