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8140 Compliance
Cyberspace ITDCWF 431

Knowledge Manager

Manages the processes and tools that let the organization identify, document, and access intellectual capital and information content securely.

Also seen as: KM

Baseline certifications for this role

These certifications are accepted foundational options for the Knowledge Manager work role in our seed mapping. Open a cert for full detail, or jump straight to exam-ready practice.

Proficiency levels — what changes

Proficiency reflects the breadth of the knowledge and content systems you steward and secure.

Basic

Demonstrates foundational knowledge of the work role's tasks. Entry-level qualification options apply.

Intermediate

Contributes to and applies the work role's tasks with growing independence.

Advanced

Develops, reviews, and approves the work role's tasks. A cascading rule applies: an option that qualifies at a higher proficiency level also qualifies at the lower levels.

Knowledge Manager & DoD 8140 — FAQ

Is Knowledge Manager really a cyber work role?
Yes — Knowledge Manager (often DCWF 431) is included in the DCWF as a Cyberspace IT work role, so positions coded to it carry 8140 qualification requirements. Security+ is a common foundational option; confirm your role's accepted options in the Qualification Matrix.