In our digital age, even small businesses can’t afford to ignore information security. Increasingly, customers want to see some sort of security certification before they commit to working with a contractor or supplier. Two of today’s most trusted security standards...
FCI and CUI If you contract or subcontract with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), you’ve probably heard the terms “FCI” and “CUI.” These acronyms relate to different types of sensitive information. Depending on which type of information you handle, you will face...
CMMC Compliance With international tensions brewing and technologies growing fast, America’s cybersecurity matters more than ever. But the wheels of government aren’t always the fastest turning. The Department of Defense (DoD) has delayed the rollout of its new...
Will CMMC Finally Take Effect in March 2023? If you contract with the Department of Defense (DoD), you’ve probably experienced some confusion over the last few years. In 2019, the DoD announced its new cybersecurity requirements for contractors–the Cybersecurity...
Small Business Cybersecurity Explained Are you a small business owner who doesn’t make cybersecurity a high priority? You’re not alone. According to the May 2022 CNBC/SurveyMonkey Small Business Survey, only 5% of small business owners believe...
CMMC Compliance Checklist – Update Sept. 2024 If you contract with the U.S. Department of Defense—or if you plan to in the future—you need to be aware of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). This DoD initiative will soon become a requirement for...