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
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
In May 2025, Danish officials were alerted to a chilling discovery: unexplained electronic components embedded in imported circuit boards destined for the country’s energy infrastructure. The equipment, reportedly intended for solar power or broader energy supply applications, raised immediate concerns from Green Power Denmark, a national industry group. While the intentions behind the components remain… Read More
Unlike traditional cyber threats that exploit system vulnerabilities, social engineering manipulates human psychology to bypass even the most sophisticated technical defenses. The human element is, unfortunately, often the weakest. Over the years, the prevalence and sophistication of social engineering attacks have escalated. Threat actors are employing increasingly sophisticated techniques to target both individuals and organizations… Read More
FedRAMP is at the center of the federal mandate on cloud technology, offering a standardized approach for assessing, authorizing, and continuously monitoring these services across agencies. But even with a mature framework, FedRAMP processes can be time-consuming and document-heavy. This is where the Open Security Controls Assessment Language (OSCAL) comes in. This transformative initiative introduces… Read More
Cloud security and compliance have emerged as critical concerns amid the modern transformation to cloud infrastructure. Adopting Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) has become a strategic imperative rather than just an option for efficiency, and organizations aiming to fortify their security orientation and navigate the complex regulatory environment effectively need to understand how to evaluate their… Read More
As the federal government continues to move critical systems into the cloud, SaaS offerings inevitably move to the forefront of digital transformation. These solutions provide the scalability and flexibility these agencies need, even if they introduce unique security challenges. Namely, isolation strategies become paramount when serving multiple tenants, especially in high-security environments. FedRAMP sets rigorous… Read More
?In a significant move to better encapsulate its expansive mission, StateRAMP has announced its rebranding to GovRAMP. This change reflects the organization’s dedication to unifying cybersecurity standards across all levels of government (state, local, tribal, and educational institutions) while fostering collaboration between the public and private sectors.?
As the cyber threat landscape becomes increasingly dominated by state-sponsored actors and advanced persistent threats, the DoD has taken critical steps to evolve its cybersecurity requirements for defense contractors. For contractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and seeking to achieve CMMC Level 3, the NIST SP 800-172 Enhanced Security Requirements represent the most stringent technical… Read More
FedRAMP, initially established in 2011 to standardize the security authorization of cloud services for federal use, has often been criticized for its complexity and cost. To address these challenges, the FedRAMP Program Management Office launched FedRAMP 20x—a modernization initiative designed to radically transform how cloud service providers achieve and maintain FedRAMP authorization. FedRAMP 20x represents… Read More