If you’re a contractor or subcontractor within the U.S. Defense Industrial Base (DIB), then you’re well aware of the cybersecurity requirements outlined by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

Business leaders have a lot on their plates. There’s inflation concerns, staffing issues, supply chain disruptions, customer relationship management, and ongoing IT challenges—to name just a few. Regulatory compliance requirements only add to the already lengthy list.

With the proliferation of electronic devices that we use every day, most of us are used to being connected at all times. Whether we are checking stock prices, email or text messages, it’s rare that we fully unplug.

For many small and medium-sized companies, their technology is the lifeblood that fuels their business. They depend on their networks being available, secure, and functioning efficiently.

If you’re a contractor or subcontractor working with the Department of Defense, then you’re already familiar with the reporting requirements for the government’s Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS).

As a small or medium-sized business owner, navigating the seeming maze of compliance and assessment requirements for CMMC 2.0 can feel overwhelming, especially when your main focus is on running your business.

If you are a company that works with the government you are familiar with the rules and regulations that surround information labelled as sensitive, top secret or classified. You most likely know about the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800-171 and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).

As a Department of Defense (DoD) contractor or subcontractor within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), you're likely wondering when you'll get to the finish line in your race to become compliant with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 requirements.