Service Organization Control (SOC) compliance is a voluntary compliance framework created by the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) to help financial institutions better manage security, risk and data management. Over time, several different audits and reports based on SOC have emerged, the most popular of which is SOC 2. The SOC 2 audit process is… Read More

Organizations in regulated industries can’t just meet security standards; they need to predict them one, three, or five years down the road. The ability to predict, measure, and manage risks is becoming a core competency, and Key Risk Indicators are foundational to this effort. Key Risk Indicators, when properly developed, empower organizations to move from… Read More

The way we work has changed dramatically, and so have the challenges of maintaining compliance within your organization. With teams working from everywhere, data residing in the cloud, and regulations becoming increasingly complex by the day, the traditional approach to network security no longer suffices. Enter Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), a game-changing approach that… Read More

The cybersecurity landscape for Department of Defense contractors is evolving rapidly. As the CMMC program rolls out, organizations are wrestling with a tough question: how do we meet these demanding requirements while actually building security that works? Here’s where Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) comes into play. It’s a complete shift from the old “castle and… Read More

The way we think about cybersecurity has changed, but too many organizations still treat it like it hasn’t. If you’re working with a managed service provider, it’s easy to assume there’s a clear line between what you’re responsible for and what they own. However, as your environment becomes increasingly hybrid, cloud-native, and interconnected, those lines… Read More

Federal contractors and cloud service providers face an increasingly complex web of compliance requirements. Two frameworks dominate this landscape: CMMC and FedRAMP. This challenge hits hardest for organizations serving multiple federal sectors or providing both traditional contracting services and cloud solutions. These companies must navigate overlapping requirements, duplicate their documentation efforts, and maintain separate compliance… Read More

Gaining and maintaining compliance with the CMMC, especially at Level 2 or higher, is a complex challenge for many organizations within the DIB. Among the more difficult of these is managing the disruption that often accompanies new tech, especially when these measures impact day-to-day workflows and require a shift in organizational culture. The solution is… Read More

Automapping CMMC with NIST 800-53 If you’re a DoD contractor, you’ve probably felt the pain of juggling multiple cybersecurity frameworks. Between CMMC requirements and NIST 800-53 compliance, you’re doing the same work. Automating these frameworks can help you work smarter, not harder, while maintaining a strong security program. For organizations serving both government and commercial… Read More

If you’re in the compliance world, you know the regulatory landscape is changing faster than ever. Organizations are under mounting pressure to remain compliant while maintaining smooth operations. As regulatory requirements become increasingly complex and penalties for non-compliance grow more severe, businesses are turning to Regulatory Technology (RegTech) solutions as a strategic imperative. The most… Read More

Compliance and cybersecurity teams are facing a growing challenge: proving they meet regulatory requirements while maintaining strong security in an increasingly complex and fast-moving business landscape. Traditional methods for mapping controls, processes, and risk areas simply can’t keep up in today’s ever-evolving regulatory environment. This is where automapping steps in as a game-changer, revolutionizing how… Read More

Unfortunately, cybercrime is once again in the news. This time, a small county in Ohio has been the victim of an attack that has destabilized its ability to provide critical services to constituents.  While the damage itself isn’t devastating, it highlights the fact that no government agency, no matter how big or small, is immune… Read More

CMMC has fundamentally transformed the landscape for defense contractors operating within the DIB. With mandatory compliance deadlines looming and contract requirements becoming increasingly stringent, organizations can no longer afford to treat cybersecurity as an afterthought. Yet for many contractors, the path to CMMC Level 2 compliance remains fraught with challenges that extend far beyond simple… Read More