DoD and Joint Staff directives assign the DSN Single System Manager (SSM) the responsibility for maintaining end-to-end configuration management of the DSN. This effort cannot be completed without the cooperation of the DoD components who own the DSN switches. The DSN SSM's vision for end-to-end management includes the development and implementation of a consolidated database repository that will provide the configuration information needed to properly manage the global network, satisfy up-channel reporting requirements, and provide the operational commands and authorized users with current switch configuration information.

Additionally, configuration management must:

• Meet CJCSI 6215.01C CM Direction and Service Level Agreements End-to-End
• Meet GIG Capstone Requirements End-to-End
• Ensure Interoperability & Security End-to-End
• Support DSN DIACAP Process
• Enforce the JITC Certification Process
• Comply with DISN NCCB Requirements
• Improve DSN Financial Management of Operational Assets & Services
• Support MILDEP Post/Camp/Station CM