Automating the Risk Management Framework for Hybrid Operational Technology to Information Technology Environments
ID: AF254-D0832Type: BOTH
Overview

Topic

Automating the Risk Management Framework for Hybrid Operational Technology to Information Technology Environments

Agency

Agency: DODBranch: USAF

Program

Type: SBIRPhase: BOTH

Topic Link

https://www.sbir.gov/topics/12060

Additional Information

https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/submissions/solicitation-documents/active-solicitations
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    Description

    The Department of Defense (DoD), specifically the United States Air Force (USAF), is seeking proposals for the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) topic titled "Automating the Risk Management Framework for Hybrid Operational Technology to Information Technology Environments." The objective is to research and develop a methodology that tailors and streamlines the Risk Management Framework (RMF) process for industrial automation environments, enhancing technology adoption and improving mission readiness while reducing certification time across stakeholders. This initiative is crucial as it addresses the increasing complexity of Operational Technology (OT) systems and their integration with Information Technology (IT) networks, necessitating a new approach to risk assessment and management. Proposals are due by June 25, 2025, with the opportunity open for submissions starting May 7, 2025. For more details, interested parties can visit the official solicitation page at https://www.sbir.gov/topics/12060.

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