Cybersecurity compliance for regulated industries
CyberSheath is a pioneer in DOD cybersecurity compliance whose executives have been involved in every major iteration of DFARS and CMMC development since 2008. That means that whatever your industry, if you serve the DOD in any capacity, chances are we have experience guiding organizations like yours to compliance.
From designers of sophisticated defense technologies to educational institutions involved in R&D, every industry has its own unique systems, processes, and security challenges.
Industry experience
We are proven providers of industry-specific cybersecurity compliance services across the Defense Industrial Base (DIB):
Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) Supporting cybersecurity compliance for providers of engineering, design, or architecture services for the DOD across a variety of sectors
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Parts Distribution Helping distribution businesses serving DOD customers achieve and maintain cybersecurity compliance
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Services Serving companies that provide support services across a wide range of sectors in the DOD
Aerospace and Defense Providing cybersecurity compliance services to industries that support aerospace and defense contractors
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Manufacturing Helping manufacturers and their suppliers in the DIB meet cybersecurity compliance requirements
Educational Institutions Meeting the unique systems and security needs of educational institutions providing research and development and other services to customers in the DIB and DOD
FAQs
Which industries need CMMC compliance?
Industries that work with the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) or handle Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) need CMMC compliance. This commonly includes defense contractors, manufacturers, aerospace companies, IT providers, and engineering firms.
Does CMMC apply to subcontractors and suppliers?
Yes. CMMC requirements apply to the entire defense supply chain, including subcontractors and suppliers that handle FCI or CUI for DOD contracts.
How do I know which CMMC level my industry requires?
The required CMMC level is determined by the specific DOD contract or solicitation you are bidding on or supporting.
Are CMMC requirements different by industry?
No. The CMMC framework is the same across industries, but how companies implement the controls may vary depending on their systems and operations.
What types of companies typically need Level 2 compliance?
Companies that handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), such as defense manufacturers, engineering firms, IT providers, and software developers, typically require Level 2 compliance.
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