Primary definition
Entity that reviews the soundness of independent tests and system compliance with all stated security controls and risk mitigation actions. IVAs will be designated by the authorizing official as needed.
Also known asIVA · Independent Validation Authority · Validation Authority
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— Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015View source
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CNSSGC
Entity that reviews the soundness of independent tests and system compliance with all stated security controls and risk mitigation actions. IVAs will be designated by the authorizing official as needed.
Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015 · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Independent Validation Authority (iva). In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/independent-validation-authority-iva
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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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