Internal Buy-In For CMMC Compliance
For many defense contractors, the biggest obstacle to achieving CMMC compliance isn’t the framework itself; it’s getting leadership and internal teams to fully commit. CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) is now the standard for doing business with the Department of Defense (DoD). Without it, companies risk losing access to government contracts altogether. Here’s how to […]
CMMC 2.0 Explained: What Defense Contractors Need to Know
The Department of Defense (DoD) created the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) to strengthen the protection of sensitive defense information and ensure that every organization in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) is practicing baseline cybersecurity. For companies that want to do business with the DoD, understanding and implementing CMMC is no longer optional. Below, we’ll […]
Navigating CMMC Compliance: 3.3 Audit and Accountability
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) serves as a framework designed to enhance the cybersecurity posture of organizations working with the Department of Defense (DoD) and its supply chain. Central to achieving CMMC compliance is the adherence to Audit and Accountability requirements from the AU control family. Understanding CMMC Audit and Accountability Requirements The AU […]
Understanding On-Premise SIEM : A Strategic Choice for CMMC Compliance
In the realm of cybersecurity compliance, selecting the right on-premise SIEM (security information and event management) solution is paramount, especially for organizations striving to achieve compliance with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). While cloud-based SIEM solutions have gained popularity for their scalability and accessibility, there are compelling reasons why an on-premise SIEM might be […]
NIST SP 800-171 Requirement 3.14: System and Information Integrity
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has developed a guide to assist businesses with adherence to Defense Federal Acquisition Register Supplement (DFARS) standards. The fourteenth of the 14 Families of Requirements for NIST 800-171 compliance is system and information integrity. What is System and Information Integrity in Terms of NIST 800-171? The System […]
NIST SP 800-171 Requirement 3.12: Security Assessment
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has developed a guide to assist businesses with adherence to Defense Federal Acquisition Register Supplement (DFARS) standards. The twelfth of the 14 Families of Requirements for NIST 800-171 compliance is security assessment. What is Security Assessment in Terms of NIST 800-171? The Security Assessment family of requirements […]
NIST SP 800-171 Requirement 3.9: Personnel Security
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has developed a guide to assist businesses with adherence to Defense Federal Acquisition Register Supplement (DFARS) standards. The ninth of the 14 Families of Requirements for NIST 800-171 compliance is personnel security. What is Personnel Security in Terms of NIST 800-171? The Personnel Security family of requirements […]
NIST SP 800-171 Requirement 3.5: Identification & Authentication
Businesses that work with the Department of Defense (DoD) as contractors or vendors need to meet specific cybersecurity regulations. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has developed a guide to assist businesses with adherence to Defense Federal Acquisition Register Supplement (DFARS) standards. The fifth of the 14 Families of Requirements for NIST 800-171 […]