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5 Steps to Prepare for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification

5 Steps to Prepare for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification

August, 2020 | Foster Charles

Before you start: Understand the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework CMMC basics What is the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)?

How to Achieve CMMC 2.0 Compliance

How to Achieve CMMC 2.0 Compliance

August, 2020 | Foster Charles

The United States Department of Defense (DoD) possesses what is probably the largest supply chain in the world. The DoD works with thousands of contractors and sub-contractors that can pose an [...]

An Introduction to the CMMC Certification

An Introduction to the CMMC Certification

August, 2020 | Foster Charles

The Defense Industrial Base (DIB) sector provides products and services that are essential to the military operations of the United States Department of Defense (DoD). The sector keeps intellectual [...]

CMMC 2.0 Requirements: What Manufacturers Need to Know

CMMC 2.0 Requirements: What Manufacturers Need to Know

July, 2020 | Foster Charles

Contracting with the Department of Defense is a great opportunity to grow your manufacturing business. However, before landing your first contract with the DoD, you’ll need to meet a slew of [...]

DFARS & NIST 800-171 - A Compliance Overview

DFARS & NIST 800-171 - A Compliance Overview

July, 2020 | Foster Charles

You might have landed on this page because you have or are bidding for a contract with the Department of Defense. You’re not alone! Many manufacturers and suppliers are aiming to win contracts with [...]

DFARS Cybersecurity: Requirements and Compliance

DFARS Cybersecurity: Requirements and Compliance

July, 2020 | Foster Charles

Businesses that work with the Department of Defense (DoD) understand that there are precise controls for systems that utilize classified data. What might not be as well known are the specifications [...]

DFARS Regulations and Their Impact On Your Business

DFARS Regulations and Their Impact On Your Business

July, 2020 | Foster Charles

Cyberattacks against the US military aren’t uncommon, but cyberattacks against military contractors worry defense officials the most. While defense contractors may be party to closely-guarded [...]

A Guide to CMMC 2.0 & DFARS Compliance Requirements

A Guide to CMMC 2.0 & DFARS Compliance Requirements

July, 2020 | Foster Charles

The Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) is a set of cybersecurity rules, guidelines, and regulation codes used by the Department of Defense (DoD) to safeguard controlled [...]

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Starts with DFARS: The Four Steps to Success

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Starts with DFARS: The Four Steps to Success

July, 2020 | Foster Charles

Contractors for the US Department of Defense (DoD) are expected to be familiar with the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) compliance requirements. If you’re a DoD contractor [...]

A Guide to Understanding DFARS Requirements

A Guide to Understanding DFARS Requirements

July, 2020 | Foster Charles

Being a government contractor means having to comply with numerous regulations—including federal requirements to help safeguard against cyber attacks. With a dramatic increase in cyber threats today, [...]

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