The first CMMC Level 2 certification requirement is officially live on SAM.gov in a draft section L and M, in anticipation of the final rule’s implementation on December 16th. This milestone marks a pivotal moment for the Defense Industrial Base […]
The Wait Is Over: Contracts Now Requiring CMMC Level 2 Read More »
Several notable cyberattacks on critical infrastructure organizations this year highlighted the importance of the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) taking security seriously. Even if any DIB contractors wanted to resist, their time has run out. In October, the Department of Defense
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If you’ve taken the first steps of identifying and securing your controlled unclassified information (CUI), it’s time to get ready for your CMMC audit. At CyberSheath, we have created a three-piece model, where each component is critical to your success
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In today’s interconnected world, protecting the defense industrial base is more critical than ever. As digital vulnerabilities evolve into real-world threats, contractors working with the Department of Defense (DOD) must understand that cybersecurity isn’t just a contractual obligation—it’s a cornerstone
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Starting the journey toward compliance with DFARS 252.204-7012, NIST SP 800-171, or CMMC standards can be challenging, especially when it comes to identifying and securing Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). For defense contractors, CUI handling isn’t just an internal responsibility; it’s
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Securing the defense industrial base (DIB) from escalating cybersecurity threats is essential as adversaries become more sophisticated. Bailey Bickley, Chief of DIB Defense at the NSA’s Cybersecurity Collaboration Center (CCC), recently shared at CMMC CON 2024 insights and resources available
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A recent case involving Georgia Tech Research Corporation and its affiliates highlights a critical trend: the U.S. government is increasingly using the False Claims Act (FCA) to hold defense contractors accountable for cybersecurity noncompliance. In this case, it was alleged
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As your organization works to ready itself for CMMC, chances are you are performing a lot of research. Here’s some information to get you started. The DOD states, directly on their website, “To protect American ingenuity and national security information,
CMMC 2.0 Levels Unpacked: Key Changes and Compliance Insights Read More »
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program is in the home stretch. The final rule has been cleared by the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs and is headed to Congress for imminent implementation. At the fourth annual CMMC CON,
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In an era when digital vulnerabilities can translate into real-world threats, the security of our nation’s defense industrial base has never been more critical. Many contractors that work with the Department of Defense overlook this aspect of their responsibilities. Security
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