RMF Training Program* for Defense Equipment Manufacturing and Supply Companies Launching the “Beginner’s Course,” where participants can learn the basics of RMF over two days.

About the RMF Training Program

The RMF Training Program is an educational initiative provided by JADC. Leveraging JADC’s high technical expertise and industry knowledge, gained through supporting 16 defense equipment manufacturing companies in RMF compliance through its “RMF Consulting Services,” the program is focused on developing various content that is practical for RMF compliance in defense equipment manufacturing and supply companies.

As the first content offering, JADC has developed a “Engineer’s Course” in collaboration with ISF NET, INC. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President: Yukiyoshi Watanabe), which has a rich track record in human resource development and education. This course allows participants to learn the processes for “Security Planning” and “Risk Analysis and Assessment” necessary for initial RMF compliance activities through hands-on exercises. The “Engineer’s Course” is based on training conducted for JADC’s internal RMF consultants and has undergone multiple rounds of refinement, enabling systematic acquisition of RMF compliance know-how.
Now, JADC is launching a “Beginner’s Course” aimed at individuals who are new to RMF compliance, where participants can learn the basics of RMF in two days.

Additionally, starting in October 2025, JADC plans to offer advanced content, including an expanded “Engineer’s Course” that covers the processes for “Continuous Monitoring Status Reports” and “Future Planning Status Reports,” as well as a “Advanced Course” that deepens understanding of security management measures and familiarizes participants with mitigation strategies and risk acceptance concepts. The “Advanced Course” can be customized based on the organization and participants’ proficiency levels, including program content and scale. Please feel free to contact us for more information.

Beginner’s Course

This content is designed for individuals who are new to RMF compliance activities, allowing them to learn the fundamentals of information security and RMF in two days.

(1) Explanation of Basic Knowledge on Information Security and RMF

We will provide a clear lecture on the basics of information security, the latest international situations, and the background that necessitates RMF, including various threat events.

(2) Exercises to Learn Basic Knowledge of Security Standards and RMF Compliance Activities

Through exercises, participants will learn about relevant security standards, including the NIST SP800 series, and acquire basic knowledge of RMF compliance activities, reinforcing their understanding.

Engineer’s Course

This content focuses on learning the “Security Planning” and “Risk Analysis and Assessment” processes necessary for initial RMF compliance activities, primarily through exercises. Over a training period of approximately one month, participants can systematically acquire practical knowledge required for initial response. Starting in October 2025, we also plan to offer expanded content that covers the processes for “Continuous Monitoring Status Reports” and “Future Planning Status Reports.”
Note: This program is aimed at individuals who have knowledge equivalent to passing the “Information Security Management Examination (IPA)”.

(1) Explanation of Basic Knowledge Related to RMF Compliance Activities

We will provide a clear lecture on the overall understanding of RMF compliance activities, related security standards such as NIST SP800, and the types of RMF-related documents necessary in the field.

(2) Exercises to Learn Practical Knowledge for Initial Response

Participants will learn the processes for “Security Planning” and “Risk Analysis and Assessment” necessary for initial response in RMF compliance activities through hands-on exercises. By repeatedly engaging in practical exercises, participants can acquire knowledge that is useful in real-world applications.

About Various Services Provided by JADC

JADC has many personnel with high expertise in national security situations and the domestic defense industry, coming from defense-related government agencies and companies. We can provide effective proposals and support that cater to both public and private sectors.

Research and Studies

We support policy formulation and technology strategy development for government agencies and ministries related to national security through the provision of global intelligence.

Support Content (Examples)

• Collection and provision of cutting-edge technology information contributing to defense capability enhancement
• Research and analysis for the formulation of “Technical Standards”
• Provision of the latest information on overseas movements and private sector trends related to national security
• Support for policy formulation and strategy development regarding advanced technologies such as AI, cybersecurity, and neurotechnology
• Support for strategy building and sales channel development related to equipment transfer

Technical Support and Process Management

Utilizing the project management, standardization, and consulting know-how that SHIFT has cultivated, we provide high-quality technical support and process management to government agencies and ministries related to national security.

Support Content (Examples)

• Technical support for compliance with government-established defense and security policies, and support for coordination and collaboration between public and private sectors
• Support for project management in a companion-type approach for non-IT departments

RMF Consulting

We offer various consulting services related to RMF, which is implemented by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and the Ministry of Defense, fully supporting the establishment of systems compliant with DoDI 8510 and NIST SP800. Our expert team, one of the leading teams in Japan with extensive RMF consulting experience, supports the early realization and continuous implementation of RMF compliance.

About Japan Aerospace & Defense Consulting (JADC)

Japan Aerospace & Defense Consulting (JADC) is a consulting firm specializing in the defense sector, established by the SHIFT Group in April 2025. It has many professionals with high expertise in international security situations and the domestic defense industry. By providing services such as research and studies, technical support and process management, and RMF consulting to various stakeholders in the defense industry, including defense-related government agencies and companies, we contribute to solving organizational challenges and promoting public-private collaboration.

Opening of Ichigaya Office in June 2025

JADC opened a new base, the Ichigaya Office, on June 2, 2025. By establishing a new location close to defense-related government agencies and advancing business development, we aim to accelerate efforts to promote support and collaboration between the public and private sectors.