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DoDAF Version 2.0 PlenaryArchitecture Education &
Training17 August 2009
Walt OkonSenior Architect Engineer
Senior Architect Engineer for Information Sharing
Enterprise Architecture and Standards Directorate
DoD Chief Information Officer
(703) 607- 0502 . [email protected]
Architecture Education & Training
Defense Architecture Framework
DoD Certified Architects delivering quality Architectures
Certified Enterprise Architects
design the information
technology architecture
structure enabling the efficient
and effective acquisition of
hardware, software and services
utilized by the DoD in missions
supporting the warfighters.
Definition for the DoD Architecture Framework
The DoD Architecture Framework is the structure for organizing architecture concepts,
principles, assumptions, and terminology about operations and technology into meaningful patterns to satisfy specific DoD purposes.
Architecture Is Key
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• Architecture is a key enabler for interoperability, transformation, IT management, and decision making
• Its significance at the enterprise and capability/systems level is highlighted in the following:– Clinger-Cohen Act of 1996– OMB Circular A-130– E-Government Act of 2002
Improving DoD’s Architecture
• Guidance– DoDAF v2.0– Federated Architecture Strategy
• Tools– DoD Architecture Registry System (DARS)– DoD IT Standards Registry (DISR)– GIG Technical Guidance (GTG) Tool
• Education and Training– DoD Architecture Training Effort
All this is nothing without Certified Architects!
DoD Requires Competent Architects
Directors of Architecture Organizations
Available Architecture Workforce
Trained with knowledge and Skills
Ability to be productive
Quick selection of qualifies Architects
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The Enterprise Architect: The Must Haves
Solid technology knowledge
Ability to describe an IT project as a business solution (not in terms of technology)
Aptitude to see from various viewpoints, and to understand the implications for the customer, for the business and its units.
Capacity to handle tactical EA needs while also considering long-term, strategic EA needs
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DoD Architecture Education & Training
• DoD must identify Architect’s opportunities for Education & Training
• Identifies core KSAs Architects must have to be able to design, develop, and deliver DoD architectures that enable senior leader decision making and engineering design
• Analyze and define the types of architecture training at different levels of architecture
• Define a certification requirement and process
DoD Architecture Training
• Expanded need for architectures and their significance in achieving defense of our nation results in the need for qualified architects
• Therefore, we are confronted with questions:– Does the DoD have a pool of qualified
architects?– What are the competencies of an architect?– Is there a core body of knowledge?– What education and training courses exist?
• DoD – IT Architects Career Path–Architects Series
White Paper: Outline
• Preface
• Introduction
• Purpose, Scope, and Approach
• Findings
• Recommended Way Ahead
The DoD Architect Competency Framework– A culmination of input gathered
through research, interviews, and workshops on the standard knowledge, skills, and abilities DoD Architects should obtain at varying levels of maturity.
What Does the White Paper Recommend?
• Formalize a Competency Framework for the DoD Architect
• Provide a centralized web-based site that provides visibility into existing architecture education and training opportunities
• Identify an approach to assess the competency baseline of the current architecture workforce
• Take appropriate steps to institutionalize the Competency Framework
• Encourage academic institutions to develop training targeted toward senior leadership and architecture users
• Encourage academic institutions to develop certification programs based on the Competency Framework
DOD Architect Levels
Level 1 Development
Primary function is to develop architectures based on user requirements and input from subject matter experts
Level 2 Analysis
Primary function is to analyze architectures for the purposes of integration, interoperability, gap analysis, risk assessment, leveragability, compliance, and business decision making
Level 3Management
Primary function is to lead and manage an architecture effort through its entire lifecycle, from development to execution/implementation
White paper identifies the functions and associated KSAs for each level. These KSAs are independent of educational degree, working domain (contractor, civilian, military), or career title (GS level, rank, or role).
Findings – No Standard
• There is no standard to guide the professional growth of architects in the DoD.
• Expectations have not been consistently established.
– A career path for architectures does not exist
– A baseline for training and experience for architects does not exist.
– Architecture analysis does not occur consistently.
– Architecture is not applied consistently in decision processes.
– Need to the improved integration and federation of architectures.
– Information management is not effectively represented
– Sharing and reuse of architecture data is not enforced.
Findings – No Visibility• Architects do not know where to find the right training.
• Some courses exist that address aspects of architecture; however, few architects are aware of their existence or value.
– Current architecture courses do not sufficiently cover architecture basics.
– Current certification and accreditation programs are not governed,
– This results in certified architects who do not possess the appropriate knowledge or skills.
Customers and Stakeholders
Architecture stakeholders, “Senior Managers”, do not have a full appreciation of benefits of architecture.
– Evaluation of the architecture workforce
– Executive-level seniors are not appropriately prepared to use architectures for decision making purposes or enterprise-level management.
– Architectures are the tool to ensure Mission Requirements are delivered.
Strategic Plan 2009Draft 1.7a
DOD IT ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE
TRAINING & EDUCATION
DKO Site
• URL - https://www.us.army.mil/suite/page/530507
Competency Framework for the DoD Architect
Competency Framework for the DoD Architect
Certification Training• Defense Acquisition University• National Defense University• FEAC Institute
Education• Undergraduate School• IT or Engineering• Business• On the Job Training
Job Assignment• Acquisition Position• IT or Engineering• CIO Office• Combat Developers
Advanced Education• Graduate School• IT or Engineering• Business
EA Education & Training Program Benefits
• Provides an overarching standard to guide the
professional growth of architects in the DoD
• Provides the visibility of certified training
opportunities
• Provides managers with a consistent resource
pool
DoD Architecture Education & Training
Map core KSAs Architects need to design, develop, and deliver DoD architectures that enable senior leader decision-making and engineering design
Analyze and define the types of architecture training at different levels of architecture
Identify opportunities for Education & Training that support DoD’s short and long-term mission
Define and launch a certification requirement and process that provides consistent, relevant KSAs across DoD, allowing for more consistent, efficient EA solutions
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May 10-14, 2010
DoD Enterprise Architecture Conference 2010, San Antonio, TX
DoDAF Version 2.0 PlenaryArchitecture Education &
Training17 August 2009
Walt OkonSenior Architect Engineer
Senior Architect Engineer for Information Sharing
Enterprise Architecture and Standards Directorate
DoD Chief Information Officer
(703) 607- 0502 . [email protected]
