This document is a template for a Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) for an information system called <Information System Name>. The POA&M identifies security weaknesses or deficiencies in the system, along with plans and milestones to remediate them. It includes an introduction describing the purpose and scope of the POA&M. A methodology section outlines how the POA&M will be structured, with a worksheet to track weaknesses, points of contact, resources required, milestones and completion dates. Appendices define acronyms and references used in the document.