Defense contractors are focused on their core business objectives and often overlook their responsibility to protect sensitive military data when contracting with the Department of Defense (DOD). It’s easy to take the “no one’s coming for us” mentality, but the reality is that the defense industrial base (DIB) has a huge target on its back.
Bad actors specifically target government contractors so they can leak sensitive data or hold it for ransom. The threat landscape is only getting more dangerous, and this is exactly why the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 exists.
Business leaders can learn more about the crucial importance of protecting the data they work with at CMMC CON 2024 on Sept. 25. Kelly Mullins, Vice President of Global Operations at Edge Case Research will join CyberSheath CEO Eric Noonan for an insightful interview about how security has become a board-level discussion.
Mullins brings over 25 years of executive leadership experience, specializing in the growth and adaptation of organizations to meet the challenges of AI and technology. Her background includes significant roles at Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Computer Science and the National Robotics Engineering Center (NREC), where she ensured compliance with U.S. government regulations under the Department of Defense.
Participants will gain valuable insights into why security should have a seat at the table, how security and IT should work together, and what effect cybersecurity has on managing suppliers.
Register for CMMC CON 2024 to sit in on this essential session and better understand the critical role of cybersecurity when working with the DOD.