The Ports, Protocols, and Services Management (PPSM), is a DoD-level program that is currently hosted by the Network Services Enterprise Connection Division, but has unique reporting responsibilities outside of DISA. All of the Enterprise Connection Division's branches have important links into each other's roles and responsibilities that can be better leveraged in support of the warfighter and mission partners for applications, information systems, and networks that have been designed, configured, and authorized to operate on the enterprise infrastructure.
The PPSM program provides implementation guidance on the use of IP protocols and application and data services that traverse the DoD Networks in a manner that supports net-centric operations. The PPSM program also provides vulnerability and risk assessment information, compliance guidance, and technical assistance to achieve compliance for all information systems, applications, and services connected to the Global Information Grid (GIG). This type of support is given to senior DoD security officials, the intelligence community, and network administrators.
The PPSM program maintains a central registry database to track the Ports, Protocols, and Services (PPS) used by each DoD Information Systems (DoD IS). It also assesses and evaluates the inherent vulnerabilities associated with the use of specific PPS across network boundaries. In addition, the PPSM program aims to ensure that use of PPS on DoD networks are controlled and regulated, safeguarding DoD operations and interests while ensuring both the interoperability of joint applications and the security of the overall DoD information infrastructure.
For information regarding PPSM, please visit the PPSM websites at:
For questions regarding PPSM, contact the PPSM Secretariat by phone at (301) 225-2904, DSN 312-375-2904 or send messages to dod.ppsm@mail.mil (NIPRNET) or ppsm@disa.smil.mil (SIPRNET).