Cloud Computing

Secure cloud environments require more than moving files into Microsoft 365, SharePoint, or another cloud platform. For government contractors, controlled access, proper configuration, CUI scoping, enclaves, and shared system responsibilities all matter. This blog explains what GovCons often get wrong about cloud security and how to stay aligned with current CMMC expectations.

Hybrid work is now a normal part of business, but the endpoint problem never went away. Laptops, mobile devices, remote access tools, and unmanaged personal devices can create cybersecurity risk when they are not properly secured. This blog explains how small businesses and government contractors can strengthen endpoint security in 2026.

The Department of War announced the immediate suspension of CMMC Phase II requirements on July 13, 2026, pausing upcoming third-party assessment mandates. However, Phase I self-assessments, NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2, DFARS 252.204-7012, and core cybersecurity obligations remain active. This blog explains what government contractors need to know as of August 2026 and how to stay prepared during the review period.

Summer vacations, lighter staffing, remote work, and busy schedules can create cybersecurity gaps for small businesses and government contractors. This blog explains why attackers take advantage of short-staffed teams and what organizations can do to reduce risk during the summer months.

Security awareness training often fails because it is too generic, too infrequent, or too disconnected from how employees actually work. This blog explains why annual training alone is not enough and how small businesses and government contractors can build a more practical, ongoing approach to cybersecurity awareness.

Shadow IT and SaaS sprawl are growing threats for small and midsized businesses. When employees use unauthorized apps or cloud services, they can unintentionally expose sensitive data and bypass security controls. Learn how to identify and manage these hidden risks before they compromise your business.

For small and midsized businesses, a day, or even an hour, of downtime can be devastating. Whether it’s caused by a ransomware attack, server failure, or natural disaster, the inability to access your systems can bring operations to a halt and cost thousands in lost productivity, missed revenue, and reputational damage. Despite the risks, many SMBs still don’t have a disaster recovery (DR) plan in place. In 2025, with cyberattacks growing more frequent and IT systems more complex, that’s a gamble most businesses can’t afford to take.

As the final CMMC rule takes shape and cybersecurity threats grow more advanced, government contractors are under increasing pressure to secure their data and meet federal compliance standards. While many are familiar with Microsoft’s GCC and GCC High environments, these aren’t the only options. Platforms that meet FedRAMP, ITAR, and other federal requirements are also gaining traction. But with so many acronyms and overlapping standards, how do you choose the right path?

As economic uncertainty, tariffs, and talk of recession weigh heavily on small businesses, cybersecurity may seem like a tempting area to cut. But in reality, lean times are when cybercriminals strike hardest—and reducing protection could cost far more in the long run. This blog explores how both private companies and government contractors can stay secure without breaking the bank.

When Jeopardy!—America’s favorite trivia game show—featured a Cybersecurity category last month, I knew we had to talk about it. It’s not every day that cybersecurity gets the prime-time spotlight, and for those of us in the industry, it’s both fun and heartening to see our work woven into pop culture. But while the answers were formatted in the show’s classic Q&A style, the real-life implications behind them are anything but trivial. In this blog we will explore the clues and, more importantly, why they matter.