Last year, the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) completed its internal review of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). Several significant changes have been made, and all DoD contractors need to be aware of them.
What’s the difference between CMMC and CMMC “2.0”? Let’s take a look. Read more
In the past few years, we’ve covered NIST guidelines at length. However, there have been quite a few changes since we last wrote about them. For that reason, we’re putting out a quick refresher on the subject for readers who are unfamiliar with NIST compliance, as well as sources for some of the more recent, important updates to NIST standards. Read more
Most applications used daily on iPhones, Droids, handhelds, etc. are cloud-based. Many are using the cloud already, just not in business environments. But forward-thinking businesses realize that cloud computing offers the opportunity for increased productivity combined with managed costs. The best cloud providers deliver software over the internet, which eliminates the need to install and run these applications on local devices, simplifying maintenance and support. Read more
Absolutely not! But like that famous ball in Times Square on New Year’s Eve, the clock is ticking down. It’s time to get in compliance with the upgraded cybersecurity standards outlined in the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-171, “Protecting Controlled Unclassified Information in Nonfederal Information Systems and Organizations.”
Federal government contractors need to meet these enhanced stipulations before the ball drops on Dec. 31, or they risk losing business. Read more
With the year-end deadline rapidly approaching for meeting updated federal cybersecurity standards, it’s important to know what’s involved.
What we’re talking about is safeguarding Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). This type of information regularly moves through or resides on the internal networks or information systems of most federal contractors. Simply put, the government wants to strengthen security to keep that information secure. Read more
