MARs/CADDIS Training Framework

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Framework Overview

Comprehensive Training & Security Assessment

This framework provides comprehensive training curricula for three operational roles and a systematic Red Team assessment plan for the MARs underwater drone platform and CADDIS Mission Visualization system.

Mission Critical Focus

Diver safety and regulatory compliance form the foundation of all training programs, ensuring zero-tolerance safety standards while maximizing operational effectiveness.

Multi-Role Approach

Three distinct training tracks address the unique needs of Diver/Launch Operators, Systems Engineers, and Mission Analysts with specialized curricula.

Security Integration

Red Team assessment methodology identifies and mitigates security vulnerabilities while building resilience into operational procedures.

Key Success Criteria:

Safety Standard

0

Tolerance for safety incidents

System Availability

98%

Minimum operational uptime

Mission Success

95%

Target completion rate

2

Operator Training Program

Diver/Launch Operators - 6 Week Program

Module 1: Foundation & Safety

Weeks 1-2: Master underwater safety protocols, understand MARs capabilities, demonstrate pre-dive safety checks with 100% pass rate requirement.

Module 2: Deployment Operations

Weeks 3-4: Execute safe diver-deployed launches, monitor system status, perform troubleshooting with 95% success rate target.

Module 3: Mission Execution

Weeks 5-6: Monitor mission progress, execute recovery procedures, document operations with comprehensive reporting standards.

Module OP-1: Intro & Safety Culture (4 hours) ▼

Learning Objectives:

Safety-first culture, roles & responsibilities
Regulations & legal constraints
Emergency priorities: human life > environment > asset

Slide Outline:

Course overview & success criteria
Safety hierarchy & legal/regulatory basics
Roles: Diver, Launch Operator, Surface Lead, CADDIS Analyst, Safety Officer
Reporting & incident escalation flow

Assessment:

Short quiz (10 MCQs) on safety rules & roles

Module OP-2: Systems Overview (8 hours) ▼

Learning Objectives:

High-level components and safety-relevant behaviors
Buoyancy, tether interfaces, comms constraints
Limits of diver-deployed below-surface launch

Format:

Split classroom + bench demo

Exercises:

Guided hardware walkaround—identify labeled hazard points & inspection items

Assessment:

Practical identification checklist

Module OP-3: Pre-Mission Planning (6 hours) ▼

Learning Objectives:

Build and use GO/NO-GO checklists for diver+vehicle missions
Plan for contingencies & abort criteria

Content Areas:

Planning template, weather/sea-state thresholds
Local regulations, diver limits

Exercises:

Create a mission plan with risk register; instructor critique

Assessment:

Reviewed mission plan + signed checklist

Module OP-4: Pool Simulation (3×3 hours) ▼

Learning Objectives:

Practice handoffs, comms, checklists in controlled water environment

Safety Protocol:

Use training hardware and dummy payloads only. Always have dive safety team present.

Exercises:

Diver-to-vehicle handoff drill
Emergency recall drill
Simulated comms blackouts

Assessment:

Practical rubric: timing, checklist compliance, safe abort

Module OP-5: Open-Water Trials (4 sessions) ▼

Learning Objectives:

Execute supervised live dives & launches with safety officer on deck

Progression:

Start in calm conditions; progress to moderate conditions

Safety Note: Do not perform in production sites without full RoE

Assessment:

Instructor sign-off and incident-free live deployments (2/2)

Module OP-6: CADDIS Basics & OP-7: Certification ▼

OP-6: CADDIS Mission Visualization Basics (4 hours)

Read mission overlays, identify degraded comms states
Signal abort conditions via UI
Timed recognition drills (identify anomalies from screenshots)

OP-7: Assessment & Certification (1 day)

Practical exam (pool + control bench) + written (40 Q)
Pass threshold: 80% written + full practical completion

Safety Incidents

0

Zero tolerance policy

Deployment Success

95%

Minimum acceptable rate

Training Time

6

Weeks to proficiency

3

Systems Engineering Training

Systems Engineers & Maintenance Technicians - 7 Week Program

Systems Architecture & Diagnostics

Weeks 1-3: Understand MARs platform architecture, perform systematic fault isolation, utilize diagnostic tools with 90% accuracy in fault identification.

Preventive Maintenance

Weeks 4-5: Execute scheduled maintenance procedures, perform reliability testing, implement predictive maintenance with 100% compliance target.

CADDIS Integration

Weeks 6-7: Configure MARs/CADDIS integration, troubleshoot data flow issues, implement cybersecurity protocols with first-attempt success rate >95%.

Systems engineers are the backbone of operational reliability - their expertise directly impacts mission success and platform availability.

Complete Systems Engineering Curriculum (6 weeks, ~48 hours) ▼

Module SYS-1: Architecture & Subsystems Overview (12 hours)

Learning Objectives: Identify subsystems and safety-critical dependencies; read system architecture diagrams

Content: Block diagrams, interfaces, power budgets, environmental stressors

Exercises: Trace data flow from sensor → comms → CADDIS. Annotate failure points

Module SYS-2: Bench Diagnostics & Instrumentation (4×3 hours)

Learning Objectives: Use diagnostic tools, read logs, non-destructive bench tests

Format: Non-invasive diagnostic procedures only

Exercises: Simulated sensor degradation detection using preserved logs & test harness

Module SYS-3: Environmental Resilience & Sealing (6 hours)

Learning Objectives: Understand corrosion, sealing, O-ring checking, pressure-rated component handling

Exercises: Acceptance checklist walkthrough; visual inspection exercises

Module SYS-4: Firmware & Data Integrity (6 hours)

Learning Objectives: Safe firmware update workflows, version control, rollback planning

Content: Update pipeline, staging → canary → roll-out, verification checksums

Exercises: Simulate failed update in sandbox and practice rollback process (staging only)

Safety: No destructive steps - staging environments only

Module SYS-5: Field Maintenance & Turnaround (3 field days)

Learning Objectives: Post-mission servicing, consumable replacement, sealing, logging

Exercises: Post-mission teardown / rebuild to checklist in teams

Module SYS-6: Assessment & Documentation

Assessment: Repair scenario (bench), maintenance log completeness

Materials: Diagnostic templates, maintenance SOPs, signed-firmware checklist, spare-procurement checklist

Core Technical Competencies:

Fault Isolation: Mean time to fault identification <30 minutes

System Maintenance: 100% adherence to maintenance procedures and schedules

Integration Success: First-attempt CADDIS configuration success >95%

Security Implementation: Complete deployment of all cybersecurity protocols

MTTR Target

4hr

Maximum repair time

Maintenance Compliance

100%

Preventive maintenance execution

System Availability

98%

Operational uptime target

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Mission Visualization & Data Analysis

Mission Planners & Data Analysts - 6 Week Program

CADDIS Platform Mastery

Weeks 1-2: Navigate CADDIS interface, configure mission parameters, integrate multiple data sources with proficient operation of all functions.

Real-Time Monitoring

Weeks 3-4: Monitor live mission data, recognize anomalies, coordinate with operational teams with >90% anomaly detection accuracy.

Advanced Analytics

Weeks 5-6: Process mission data sets, generate reports, identify performance trends with <24 hour turnaround time target.

Complete CADDIS Training Curriculum (4 weeks, ~28 hours) ▼

Module CAD-1: CADDIS UI & Data Models (4 hours)

Learning Objectives: Map layers, telemetry types, data model explanation, confidence/uncertainty visualization

Exercises: Identify layer provenance, map dataset properties

Module CAD-2: Mission Planning Workshops (2×2 hours)

Learning Objectives: Build mission footprints, allocate time-on-station, set data collection priorities

Exercises: Draft mission plans under constraints (weather, battery, comms)

Module CAD-3: Live Mission Monitoring Simulation (3×2 hours)

Learning Objectives: Track multiple vehicles, spot anomalies, coordinate diver-team via CADDIS

Exercises: Simulated exercise with degraded telemetry and forced decision points

Module CAD-4: Post-Mission Analysis & Reporting (2×2 hours)

Learning Objectives: Exporting, anonymization, producing concise mission reports

Exercises: Produce a 2-page mission debrief from synthetic data

Module CAD-5: Data Governance & Ethics (3 hours)

Learning Objectives: Export controls, privacy, role-based sharing

Exercises: Policy-compliance quiz and export signoff checklist

Materials: Sample datasets (synthetic), report templates, SubSea Craft video for mission overview

CADDIS Workflow Integration ▼

Mission Planning Workflow:

Mission parameter configuration and validation
Real-time data stream integration and monitoring
Anomaly detection and escalation protocols
Post-mission data processing and analysis
Automated report generation and distribution
Performance trend analysis and recommendations

Quality Assurance Standards:

Data processing accuracy >99%
Report generation within 24 hours
Stakeholder satisfaction rating >8/10

Report Turnaround

24hr

Maximum mission report time

Data Accuracy

99%

Processing accuracy target

Anomaly Detection

90%

Real-time detection rate

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Red Team Security Assessment

Comprehensive Scenario-Based Security Evaluation

Safety-first: No real-world actions that risk divers, vessels, or marine life. All physical tests use training hardware or simulation rigs only.

14 Core Security Scenarios ▼

SCN-001: Diver-Handoff Failure

Human Factors: Test coordination under degraded communications

Environment: Pool + HIL with diver constraints

Metrics: Timing errors, missed checklist steps, safe abort execution

SCN-002: Partial Telemetry Loss

Comms: Evaluate operator decision-making under degraded telemetry

Environment: Staging CADDIS + comms emulator

Metrics: Detection time, decision latency, correct action rate

SCN-003: Conflicting Mission Commands

UI/Operator Error: Handle simultaneous conflicting commands

Environment: Multi-user CADDIS staging

Metrics: Command arbitration, overwrites, operator confusion

SCN-004: Sensor Data Anomaly

Data Integrity: Detect and triage corrupted telemetry

Environment: CADDIS + telemetry simulator

Metrics: Alarm generation, operator trust decisions, false positive/negative rates

SCN-005: CADDIS UX Overload

Cognitive Load: Test performance under alert fatigue

Environment: Staging UI with timed exercise

Metrics: Missed alarms, delayed decisions, incorrect prioritization

SCN-006: Firmware Update Failure

Software Supply: Validate safe update and rollback procedures

Environment: Lab bench + HIL (staging only)

Metrics: Rollback success rate, MTTR, integrity check pass rate

SCN-007: Supply Chain Component

Logistics: Detect non-conforming parts in maintenance chain

Environment: Maintenance bay exercise

Metrics: Documentation gaps, procurement flags, bench test failures

SCN-008: Insider Threat

Access Control: Test unauthorized configuration changes

Environment: CADDIS staging + policy review

Metrics: Unauthorized attempts, audit trails, alerting effectiveness

SCN-009: Data Exfiltration Attempt

Cyber Security: Assess detection of suspicious data transfers

Environment: Network lab with IDS monitoring

Metrics: Detection time, blocked egress count, forensic artifacts

SCN-010: Multi-Vehicle Deconfliction

Operational Safety: Validate collision avoidance protocols

Environment: Simulation/HIL with training hardware

Metrics: Closest point of approach, avoidance invocations, resolution rate

SCN-011: Battery/Power Anomaly

Hardware Safety: Test crew response to power system faults

Environment: Bench/HIL (no real thermal runaway)

Metrics: Alarm handling, abort decisions, safe-hold activation

SCN-012: Acoustic Positioning Failure

Navigation: Handle loss of underwater positioning systems

Environment: Positioning simulator + CADDIS overlays

Metrics: Operator position trust, continue vs abort decisions

SCN-013: Regulatory Constraint Breach

Compliance: Detect missions entering restricted marine areas

Environment: Mission planning workshop

Metrics: Planner awareness, automated warnings, denial rate

SCN-014: Social Engineering/Phishing

Human Factors: Test staff resilience to credential attacks

Environment: Controlled phishing simulation (HR approved)

Metrics: Click rate, disclosure rate, reporting rate

Recommended Half-Day Exercise (4 Hours):

High-Impact 6-Scenario Plan

Cyber (2 scenarios)

SCN-009: Data Exfiltration

SCN-006: Firmware Rollback

Operations (2 scenarios)

SCN-002: Telemetry Loss

SCN-010: Multi-vehicle Safety

Human Factors (2 scenarios)

SCN-001: Diver Handoff

SCN-014: Phishing Attack

Timeline: 35 minutes per scenario + 5-minute micro-debriefs + 10-minute AAR

Half-Day Red Team Exercise Schedule (4 Hours) ▼

Compressed 6-Scenario Plan

08:30-08:45

Kickoff & Rules of Engagement (15 min)

08:45-09:20

SCN-002: Partial Telemetry Loss (35 min)
Staging CADDIS + 30% packet loss simulation

09:20-09:55

SCN-009: Data Exfiltration Attempt (35 min)
Network lab with IDS monitoring

09:55-10:05

Break (10 min)

10:05-10:40

SCN-006: Firmware Update Failure (35 min)
Bench + HIL staging with rollback testing

10:40-11:15

SCN-010: Multi-Vehicle Deconfliction (35 min)
HIL simulation with close-approach scenarios

11:15-11:50

SCN-001: Diver-Handoff Failure (35 min)
Pool simulation with degraded communications

11:50-12:20

SCN-014: Social Engineering/Phishing (30 min)
Review of controlled phishing simulation results

12:20-12:30

Rapid AAR & Next Steps (10 min)

Safety Protocol: All live actions staging-only unless written approvals. Safety Officer has absolute abort authority.

Complete AAR Template with Remediation Tracking ▼

Executive Summary Section

Exercise title, Scenario ID, Date/Time/Location
Exercise type (Tabletop/Simulation/Live)
Red Team Lead/Blue Team Lead/Safety Officer/Observers
Concise statement of what happened and top 3 findings

Key Metrics (with KPI Targets)

Detection Time

X minutes (goal ≤ Y)

Green/Amber/Red status

Decision Latency

X minutes (goal ≤ Y)

Detection to action

Correct Action Rate

X% (goal ≥ Y%)

SOP compliance

Recovery Time

X minutes (MTTR)

Return to normal ops

Remediation Tracker Template

ID	Remediation	Priority	Owner	Due Date	Status
R1	Implement comms degraded-state UI	High	CADDIS Product Owner	30 days	Open
R2	Add RBAC enforcement for exports	High	IT/Security	45 days	In Progress
R3	Update operator checklist & run refresher drills	Medium	Ops Lead	14 days	Open

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Top 5 Risk Categories

Critical Risks & Mitigation Strategies

1. Communication System Compromise

Impact

HIGH

Likelihood

MEDIUM

Risk: Could compromise mission data and operational safety

Mitigation: Implement end-to-end encryption, frequency hopping, and backup communication channels

Acceptance Criteria: All communications encrypted with AES-256 or equivalent

2. Supply Chain Component Integrity

Impact

HIGH

Likelihood

MEDIUM

Risk: Compromised components could cause system failure or data breach

Mitigation: Component authentication, trusted supplier verification, tamper detection

Acceptance Criteria: 100% component authentication and supplier verification

3. Diver Safety During Operations

Impact

CRITICAL

Likelihood

LOW

Risk: Human safety is paramount concern during deployment/recovery

Mitigation: Comprehensive safety training, redundant safety systems, emergency response protocols

Acceptance Criteria: Zero safety incidents, 100% compliance with safety protocols

4. Data Exfiltration and Privacy Breach

Impact

HIGH

Likelihood

MEDIUM

Risk: Mission data could contain sensitive information vulnerable to unauthorized access

Mitigation: Data classification, access controls, encryption at rest and in transit, audit logging

Acceptance Criteria: No unauthorized data access, full audit trail for all operations

5. System Availability During Critical Operations

Impact

HIGH

Likelihood

MEDIUM

Risk: System failure during mission could compromise objectives and safety

Mitigation: Redundant systems, predictive maintenance, rapid recovery procedures

Acceptance Criteria: 98% system availability, MTTR <4 hours

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90-Day Implementation Roadmap

Structured Deployment Plan

Days 1-30: Foundation

Establish training facilities and simulation environments, recruit instructional staff, develop courseware, begin Red Team threat modeling, implement basic security measures.

Days 31-60: Launch

Launch Operator Training Program (first cohort), complete Red Team technical assessment, develop Systems Engineering training, implement priority security mitigations.

Days 61-90: Optimization

Launch all three training programs, complete Red Team assessment, implement comprehensive security improvements, establish performance monitoring systems.

Success depends on executive commitment, cross-team collaboration, continuous feedback loops, and unwavering adherence to safety protocols.

Critical Success Factors:

Leadership Commitment

Executive sponsorship and resource allocation

Team Collaboration

Close coordination between operational, technical, and training teams

Continuous Improvement

Regular feedback loops and iterative enhancement

Safety Focus

Strict adherence to safety and security protocols

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Success Metrics & KPIs

Measurable Outcomes & Performance Indicators

Excellence Through Measurement

Comprehensive KPIs ensure accountability and drive continuous improvement across all training programs and security measures.

Training Program Effectiveness ▼

Operator Proficiency

95%

Achievement rate target

Training Completion

90%

Program completion rate

Time to Proficiency

6

Weeks maximum

Security & Resilience ▼

Vulnerability Mitigation

100%

Critical vulnerabilities addressed

Incident Response

2hr

Maximum response time

Data Breaches

0

Zero tolerance

Operational Performance ▼

Mission Success

95%

Minimum success rate

Equipment Reliability

98%

Operational reliability target

Stakeholder Satisfaction

8/10

Minimum satisfaction rating

This framework provides a comprehensive foundation for developing world-class training programs and security assurance for the MARs/CADDIS platform while maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational effectiveness.

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⚠️ Current Challenge

🔬 Assessment Phase

🚀 Transformation

🏊‍♂️ Operator Training Program

Target Audience: Diver/Launch Operators

⚙️ Systems Engineering Training

Target Audience: Systems Engineers & Maintenance Technicians

📊 Mission Visualization & Data Analysis

Target Audience: Mission Planners & Data Analysts

🔒 Red Team Security Assessment

Comprehensive 8-week security evaluation framework

📋 90-Day Implementation Plan

Structured deployment roadmap with measurable milestones

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MARs/CADDIS Training Framework

⚠️ Current Challenge

🔬 Assessment Phase

🚀 Transformation

🏊‍♂️ Operator Training Program

Target Audience: Diver/Launch Operators

⚙️ Systems Engineering Training

Target Audience: Systems Engineers & Maintenance Technicians

📊 Mission Visualization & Data Analysis

Target Audience: Mission Planners & Data Analysts

🔒 Red Team Security Assessment

Comprehensive 8-week security evaluation framework

📋 90-Day Implementation Plan

Structured deployment roadmap with measurable milestones

Deploy the Framework

MARs/CADDIS Complete Training & Security Framework

Complete Training Framework

Framework Overview

Operator Training Program

Learning Objectives:

Slide Outline:

Assessment:

Learning Objectives:

Format:

Exercises:

Assessment:

Learning Objectives:

Content Areas:

Exercises:

Assessment:

Learning Objectives:

Safety Protocol:

Exercises:

Assessment:

Learning Objectives:

Progression:

Assessment:

OP-6: CADDIS Mission Visualization Basics (4 hours)

OP-7: Assessment & Certification (1 day)

Systems Engineering Training

Module SYS-1: Architecture & Subsystems Overview (12 hours)

Module SYS-2: Bench Diagnostics & Instrumentation (4×3 hours)

Module SYS-3: Environmental Resilience & Sealing (6 hours)

Module SYS-4: Firmware & Data Integrity (6 hours)

Module SYS-5: Field Maintenance & Turnaround (3 field days)

Module SYS-6: Assessment & Documentation

Mission Visualization & Data Analysis

Module CAD-1: CADDIS UI & Data Models (4 hours)

Module CAD-2: Mission Planning Workshops (2×2 hours)

Module CAD-3: Live Mission Monitoring Simulation (3×2 hours)

Module CAD-4: Post-Mission Analysis & Reporting (2×2 hours)

Module CAD-5: Data Governance & Ethics (3 hours)

Mission Planning Workflow:

Quality Assurance Standards:

Red Team Security Assessment

SCN-001: Diver-Handoff Failure

SCN-002: Partial Telemetry Loss

SCN-003: Conflicting Mission Commands

SCN-004: Sensor Data Anomaly

SCN-005: CADDIS UX Overload

SCN-006: Firmware Update Failure

SCN-007: Supply Chain Component

SCN-008: Insider Threat

SCN-009: Data Exfiltration Attempt

SCN-010: Multi-Vehicle Deconfliction

SCN-011: Battery/Power Anomaly

SCN-012: Acoustic Positioning Failure

SCN-013: Regulatory Constraint Breach

SCN-014: Social Engineering/Phishing

High-Impact 6-Scenario Plan

Cyber (2 scenarios)

Operations (2 scenarios)

Human Factors (2 scenarios)

Compressed 6-Scenario Plan

Executive Summary Section

Key Metrics (with KPI Targets)

Detection Time

Decision Latency

Correct Action Rate

Recovery Time