The increasing adoption of AI by businesses introduces security risks that current cybersecurity frameworks are not prepared to address. A particularly complex emerging threat is prompt injection attacks. These attacks manipulate the integrity of large language models and other AI systems, potentially compromising security protocols and legal compliance. Organizations adopting AI must have a plan… Read More
FedRAMP requirements include, as part of an organization’s security readiness, incident response capabilities that directly impact an organization’s ability to maintain authorization and protect sensitive government data. For security professionals operating in the federal cloud ecosystem, understanding the relationship between FedRAMP requirements and incident response planning is essential for both compliance and operational excellence.
Across CMMC certification and ongoing monitoring and assessment, the Defense Industrial Base Cybersecurity Assessment Center (DIBCAC) plays a pivotal role in verifying contractor compliance. Here, we will cover the relationship between DIBCAC and CMMC assessments, providing expert-level guidance for organizations seeking Level 2 or Level 3 certification.
For decades, compliance has meant preparing for an audit, gathering evidence, reviewing documentation, and waiting for the auditor’s assessment. It’s a cycle that drains resources, disrupts operations, and often delivers results that are already outdated the moment they’re published. That’s where continuous assurance comes in. Rather than treating compliance as a point-in-time exercise, continuous assurance… Read More
The ink has barely dried on the CMMC final rule, and already the defense contracting community is buzzing with speculation about what comes next. Just when contractors thought they had a moment to catch their breath after years of regulatory limbo, whispers of CMMC 3.0 have begun circulating through the industry. But is this just… Read More
As the traditional network boundary dissolves and remote work becomes standard practice, identities are the major frontier for security. Whether we’re talking about human users, service accounts, or machine identities, these have emerged as both the primary access mechanism and the most targeted attack vector. It has become imperative for providers to centralize identity management… Read More
Traditional methods of continuous monitoring are quickly becoming obsolete, and organizations are turning to comprehensive tools to stay ahead of regulations and threats. The practice of conducting periodic assessments and reacting to incidents after the fact will not provide the security that most frameworks and regulations require. That’s why many security teams are shifting to… Read More
FedRAMP provides a standardized approach to security assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring for cloud products and services used by federal agencies. While the program’s rigorous baseline requirements ensure consistent security, the reality is that this consistency calls for a little flexibility. This is where deviation requests and significant change requests come into play. These two… Read More
In today’s digital-first business environment, cybersecurity resilience is no longer a matter of simply having the proper firewalls or endpoint protection. It is the result of tightly integrated governance, robust risk management, and comprehensive compliance practices—all of which must be unified into a coherent, adaptable strategy. Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) software platforms have emerged… Read More
Data is possibly one of the most valuable assets any organization holds. Customer information, employee records, and proprietary business intelligence present challenges because the data flowing through modern enterprises represents both significant opportunities and serious risks. Businesses face a challenging balance: investing in compliance measures to protect sensitive information while also preparing for the real… Read More
CMMC 2.0 Level 3 transcends the foundational and advanced cyber hygiene practices enumerated in Level 1 and Level 2, respectively, venturing into a realm where the mitigation of Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) is at the forefront. This article will cover CMMC Maturity Level 3 and the controls mandated by the framework, specifically those outlined in… Read More
The world of managed services is changing fast. In the past, providers focused on cost and efficiency, adding security as an afterthought. But that doesn’t work anymore. The threat landscape today demands something entirely different: an approach where security isn’t an extra, but is baked into every layer of how an MSP designs and delivers… Read More
If you’re working in cybersecurity today, you’ve probably felt the pressure of managing multiple compliance frameworks at once. It’s like trying to juggle while riding a unicycle: technically possible, but not exactly fun. Two frameworks that often end up on the same organization’s plate are ISO 27001 and the CMMC, and they can either work… Read More
Cybersecurity incidents aren’t what they used to be… they are actually much worse. The shift from isolated events to coordinated, multi-vector attacks has made it clear: if you’re running security operations across multiple clients, you need more than just solid tech. You need a framework that seamlessly brings together people, processes, and tools. Managing incidents… Read More
Threat actors are leveraging AI for everything from hyper-realistic phishing schemes to deepfake impersonations, synthetic identity creation, and autonomous intrusion attempts. While this is a threat to your own organization, it’s also opening up threats in the supply chain. These attacks don’t arise in a vacuum. They often exploit vulnerabilities within an organization’s third-party vendor… Read More
GRC evolves… and the companies using GRC solutions must also evolve. With regulatory frameworks, business risks, and technology constantly changing, it’s basically a necessity at this point to use more advanced tools just to stay in front of requirements and threats. And now, AI is pushing that evolution into overdrive. This article explores how AI… Read More
For companies within the federal sector, especially small to mid-sized businesses, the push toward compliance is not just a regulatory burden but an operational necessity. CMMC is one of these challenging frameworks, and these businesses are finding that alignment with CMMC is a tricky proposition. Meeting the stringent demands of CMMC requires a robust and… Read More
For organizations in the Defense Industrial Base, CMMC readiness is an immediate mandate to line up security requirements across the digital supply chain. With the DoD’s final rule now in effect, companies must treat compliance as a strategic business imperative. Delaying readiness is risky, if not business-ending, and could result in loss of contracts. Here,… Read More
Modern threats go beyond exploiting technical vulnerabilities; they target gaps in how organizations govern themselves, plan strategically, and maintain operational resilience. Risk management has never been more important than now, and this is especially true when facing ransomware and advanced persistent threats. Cybersecurity hasn’t been an isolated issue for years, and most compliance leaders realize… Read More
Choosing and implementing a GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) solution isn’t just another IT project. It’s a strategic shift—one that touches almost every part of your organization, from security and compliance to HR, legal, and vendor management. When done right, adopting a GRC platform streamlines operations, reduces risk exposure, and puts compliance teams in the… Read More
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