FAC P/PM IT Core Plus: IT Infrastructure and Architectural Design

Overview

Address the specialized knowledge and abilities unique to IT project areas through this course focused on the FAC-P/PM IT Core-Plus specialization program. You will focus on technical performance outcomes and satisfy competencies related to IT Infrastructure & Architectural Design. Learn these skills and techniques through robust content, Federal examples, and hands-on exercises.

Who Attends

This course is designed for IT project managers who have completed their FAC-P/PM certification at the Mid-Level and must obtain the FAC-P/PM IT Core Plus Specialization.

The purpose of this class is to know what is out there. IT architecture is heavily regulated by OMB, and it is important for IT project managers to understand how government systems are built.

Course Level: Intermediate
CLP: 32 | CPE: 32
Duration: 4 Days

Price: $ 3209.00 Course prices shown here do not include a credit card surcharge. Payments by ACH, EFT, or check do not include the surcharge and are offered at a lower price. At checkout, you may choose a payment method that avoids the credit card surcharge.
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Course Details

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Available Dates

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August 17 - August 20, 2026

Class ID: 266020003

Virtual

8 AM - 4 PM EST

December 7 - December 10, 2026

Class ID: 266020004

Virtual

9 AM - 5 PM EST

Learning Objectives

Describe the principles, concepts, and methods of enterprise architecture to align IT strategy, plans, and systems with the mission, goals, structure, and processes of the organization
Employ architectural methodologies in the design and development of information systems, including the physical structure of a system’s internal operations and interactions with other systems
Describe the architecture and typology of software, hardware, and networks, including LANS, WANS, and telecommunications systems, their components and associated protocols and standards, and how they operate and integrate with one another and with associated controlling software
Apply methods and procedures to protect information systems and data by ensuring their availability, authentication, confidentiality, and integrity
Demonstrate methods to select tools and procedures, including development of information security plans, to prevent information systems vulnerabilities and provide or restore security of information systems and network services
Implement principles, methods, and tools for evaluating information systems security features against a set of specified security requirements, which includes developing certification and accreditation plans and procedures, documenting deficiencies, reporting corrective actions, and recommending changes to improve the security of information systems
Determine the principles and methods for planning or managing the implementation, update, or integration of information systems components
Establish procedures to ensure production or delivery of products and services, including tools and mechanisms for distributing new or enhanced software

Additional Features

Course Activities

The final exam must be completed with a grade of 80% or higher.

Course Topics

Introduction to IT Infrastructure and Architectural Design

Enterprise and Information Technology Architecture
Infrastructure Design
Information Assurance and Security
Configuration and Change Management
Operational Support

Enterprise Architecture

Federal Enterprise Architecture
DoDAF and TOGAF
CAFEA Collaborative Planning Methodology
Consolidated Reference Model (CRM)
Basic Elements of the FEA
Ensuring Alignment with the CAFEA
Developing an Agency Enterprise Architecture Roadmap
Uses and Value of EA to Government Agencies

Information Technology Architecture

Enterprise Architecture Versus Information Technology Architecture
Government References for IT Architecture
FITARA 2014
OMB Circular A-130
Agency IT Architect
IT Architecture Alignment with Agency EA
IT Architecture Support for Systems Design
IT Architecture Support for Systems Development
IT Sub-Architecture Domains
IT Architecture Management Life Cycle
IT Architecture Lifecycle Activities

Infrastructure Design

IT Infrastructure System Elements
Computer Hardware
Computer Operating Systems
Networking and Telecommunications
Data Management
End-User Applications
Embedded Systems
Cloud Computing
IT Infrastructure Security and Facility Design—Guidelines and Standards

Information Assurance

What Is Information Assurance?
IA Practices and Procedures
Minimum Security Requirements for Federal IT Systems
NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)
Risk Assessment and Categorization of Federal Information Systems

Information Systems and Network Security

Introduction to Information Systems and Network Security
Networking and Internet Fundamentals
Software-Based IT Security Principles
Cybersecurity Concepts
Network Design for Security Objectives
Federal Security Regulations and Policies
Information System: Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Architectures
Staying Current in Cybersecurity

Information Systems Security Certification

Security Concepts and Relationships
Security Controls in Federal Information Systems
Security Control Assessments
Security Testing Review Process
NIST Risk Management Framework Application
Security Assessment Policy and Plans
Use of Common Criteria for Security Evaluation

Configuration Management

IT Configuration Management Concepts
Configuration Management Standards
IT Project Configuration Management Plan
IT Product Release Management
Managing IT Component Changes
Configuration Management Roles and Workflow

IT Operations Support

Service Development and IT System Maintenance
New Software Delivery Processes
IT Oversight and Governance for Operations Support

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FPM 513 - FAC-P/PM-IT Core-Plus: IT Infrastructure and Architectural Design

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This course is part of the following Management Concepts Certificate Programs:

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