Security Products (Security Pro) Transition Analysis Facility (STAF): Pragmatic concepts for MLS technology transition

The Security Products Transition Analysis Facility (STAF) helps both the user and vendor to mitigate interoperability problems, supporting transitions to multilevel security (MLS) integrated systems. This involves identifying and avoiding the many misconceptions and anomalies created by the academic theories and the resulting conventional wisdom formulated during the early days of security research and development. The STAF focuses on user requirements and bases solutions on operational environments and a realistic understanding of the strengths, limitations, applicability, and availability of current and future trusted components. The STAF supports MLS command center enhancements, under the Air Force Electronic Systems Center (ESC) Portable, Reusable, Integrated, Software Modules (PRISM) program. In addition, the STAF provides engineering support to government agencies requiring MLS integration