AT.L2-3.2.2 Role-Based Training

Ensure that personnel are trained to carry out their assigned information security-related duties and responsibilities.

Source: NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2 3.2.2

Discussion: Organizations determine the content and frequency of security training based on the assigned duties, roles, and responsibilities of individuals and the security requirements of organizations and the systems to which personnel have authorized access. In addition, organizations provide system developers, enterprise architects, security architects, acquisition/procurement officials, software developers, system developers, systems integrators, system/network administrators, personnel conducting configuration management and auditing activities, personnel performing independent verification and validation, security assessors, and other personnel having access to system-level software, security-related technical training specifically tailored for their assigned duties. Comprehensive role-based training addresses management, operational, and technical roles and responsibilities covering physical, personnel, and technical controls. Such training can include policies, procedures, tools, and artifacts for the security roles defined. Organizations also provide the training necessary for individuals to carry out their responsibilities related to operations and supply chain security within the context of organizational information security programs. [SP 800-181] provides guidance on role-based information security training in the workplace. [SP 800-161] provides guidance on supply chain risk management.

Assessment Objectives:

Determine if:

• [a] information security-related duties, roles, and responsibilities are defined;
• [b] information security-related duties, roles, and responsibilities are assigned to designated personnel; and
• [c] personnel are adequately trained to carry out their assigned information security- related duties, roles, and responsibilities.

Examine: [SELECT FROM: Security awareness and training policy; procedures addressing security training implementation; codes of federal regulations; security training curriculum; security training materials; security plan; training records; other relevant documents or records].

Interview: [SELECT FROM: Personnel with responsibilities for role-based security training; personnel with assigned system security roles and responsibilities].

Test: [SELECT FROM: Mechanisms managing role-based security training].

SPRS Score: 5

POA&M Allowed: No