Microelectronics Quantifiable Assurance (MQA) Independent Assessment

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Abstract:

An independent team was convened to assess the technical viability of the Microelectronics Quantifiable Assurance (MQA) framework under development by OUSD(R and E) Conclusions of the assessment team are as follows: MQA represents a good-faith standards and practices initial/partial technical solution to provide ME sourcing flexibility to DoD targeting Congressional and DoD intent ; MQA is not ready for deployment in present form, but could be made to work ; Significant gaps exist rendering MQA an incomplete solution for addressing threats ; Focused near-term attention and investment are needed to ensure: Sufficient alignment with Service/Component acquisition and sustainment pathways ; Cogent communication and training on MQA ; Efficient multilateral collaboration between DoD and industry participants ; Timeliness of MQA completion so that it can be used when relevant commercial capabilities come online.

Author(s):
Das, Shamik
Author Organization(s):
MITRE CORP MCLEAN VA
Funding Organization(s):
OFFICE OF THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING WASHINGTON DC, WASHINGTON DC, DC
Document Type:
Technical Report/Briefing Charts
Publication Date:
2023 Mar 01
Pagination:
82

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Distribution Code:
A - Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement: Public Release.
Copyright: Not Copyrighted

RECORD

Collection: TRECMS
Identifying Numbers
Contract Number(s):
W56KGU-18-D-0004
 Subject Terms
Keyword(s):
mqa(microelectronics Quantifiable Assurance), acma(Attack-Tree Countermeasure Analysis), fpga(FIELD PROGRAMMABLE GATE ARRAYS), cots(commercial-off-the-shelf)
Subject Categories:
Electrotechnology and Fluidics; Electrotechnology and Fluidics; Electrotechnology and Fluidics
Creation Date:
2023 Aug 15
Update Date:
2024 Apr 02