Certified Space Security Specialist Professional (CSSSP) training and exam

This contract, issued by the Department of the Air Force through the Air Combat Command, seeks Certified Space Security Specialist Professional (CSSSP) training and examination services for Level I and Level II qualifications. The training is designed to build critical cybersecurity and leadership expertise specifically for space systems and operations. Level I focuses on foundational topics such as space mission management, cyber intelligence and warfare, cybersecurity operations, penetration testing, network defense, and information assurance tailored to space systems, including sensor fusion integration and network security. Level II advances to more complex areas essential for effective leadership and oversight in space cybersecurity environments. It includes modules on security management, technical operations, risk management framework (RMF), vulnerability management, legal and audit issues, incident response, forensics, threat intelligence, and malware analysis, all within the context of space missions. The solicitation is active, with a response deadline of July 25, 2025, and training is set to occur in San Antonio, Texas. There is no set-aside for small businesses, and the solicitation falls under NAICS code 541519 for Other Computer Related Services. Points of contact are Stephen Planer and Taylor B. Barton at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma.