Implications of the CMMC Program for Small Business Contractors: A Call for Clarity and Support

Implications of the CMMC Program for Small Business Contractors: A Call for Clarity and Support

Read about the U.S. Small Business Administration's concerns about the CMMC Program's impact on small business contractors. The letter to the DoD highlights challenges like compliance costs, certification delays, and the need for clearer guidelines to ensure small businesses can compete effectively in federal contracting.

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The Navy's Investment Horizons Strategy
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The Navy's Investment Horizons Strategy

Discover how the Department of the Navy is revolutionizing its approach to technology adoption and divestment with the Investment Horizons strategy. This innovative framework offers a clear roadmap for balancing innovation with existing capabilities, streamlining the transition to enterprise services, and optimizing resource allocation.

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A Guide to the FedRAMP 2024-2025 Roadmap for Federal Government Contractors

A Guide to the FedRAMP 2024-2025 Roadmap for Federal Government Contractors

Learn about the key aspects of the FedRAMP 2024-2025 Roadmap and its impact on federal government contractors, especially cloud service providers. Learn how the roadmap aims to enhance security standards, streamline authorization processes, and foster a more agile and automated approach to cloud services in the federal sector. Get insights into strategic goals, initiatives, and action steps to align with the evolving landscape of federal cloud computing.

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Transforming Data Architecture: An Overview of the Army’s Unified Data Reference Architecture Report
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Transforming Data Architecture: An Overview of the Army’s Unified Data Reference Architecture Report

Explore the U.S. Army's Unified Data Reference Architecture (UDRA) report, a comprehensive guide to modernizing data architecture. Learn about the data mesh concept, data domains, data products, and the automated services that support a more agile, interoperable, and data-driven organization. Discover the guiding principles and the role of computational governance in this transformative approach

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A summary of the DoD's 2024 DIB cybersecurity strategy

A summary of the DoD's 2024 DIB cybersecurity strategy

Discover the critical insights from the DoD's 2024 DIB Cybersecurity Strategy in our latest blog post. Learn about the key goals and objectives set to enhance the cybersecurity and resilience of the Defense Industrial Base. Understand the implications for federal government contractors and how they can align with these strategic priorities to ensure compliance, safeguard sensitive information, and maintain a competitive edge.

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Supercomputing: A Critical Report of NASA's High-End Computing Capabilities (HEC)
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Supercomputing: A Critical Report of NASA's High-End Computing Capabilities (HEC)

The findings of NASA's Inspector General audit report on the management of high-end computing (HEC) capabilities. Discover how supercomputing plays a crucial role in NASA's missions and the challenges faced in resource allocation, cybersecurity, and organizational structure. Learn about the recommendations for enhancing NASA's HEC efforts for future explorations.

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Enhancing Cybersecurity in the Defense Industrial Base: A Closer Look at DoD's Final Rule on Eligibility Criteria for the voluntary DIB
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Enhancing Cybersecurity in the Defense Industrial Base: A Closer Look at DoD's Final Rule on Eligibility Criteria for the voluntary DIB

The latest updates and final rule making to the Department of Defense's Defense Industrial Base Cybersecurity Program. Learn about expanded eligibility criteria, changes to information sharing, and the impact on defense contractors. Stay informed about the future of cybersecurity in the defense sector.

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The Future of Secure Cloud Business Applications: A Guide to Hybrid Identity Solutions
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The Future of Secure Cloud Business Applications: A Guide to Hybrid Identity Solutions

CISA's guidance on Secure Cloud Business Applications, focusing on Hybrid Identity Solutions for modernizing identity management in the cloud era. Learn about transitioning to cloud-based, passwordless authentication, implementing multifactor authentication (MFA), and leveraging single sign-on (SSO) for enhanced security and user experience in federal agencies and organizations.

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Unveiling the Future of Defense Spending: The Investment Strategy for the Office of Strategic Capital (OSC for Fiscal Year 2024
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Unveiling the Future of Defense Spending: The Investment Strategy for the Office of Strategic Capital (OSC for Fiscal Year 2024

The U.S. Department of Defense's strategic investment blueprint through the Office of Strategic Capital (OSC). Focused on national security, the OSC aims to attract private capital to critical technologies, strengthening supply chains and maintaining the U.S.'s technological edge.

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The Future of Open Source Intelligence: The IC OSINT Strategy 2024-2026
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The Future of Open Source Intelligence: The IC OSINT Strategy 2024-2026

The key highlights of the U.S. Intelligence Community's Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) Strategy for 2024-2026. Explore how the IC plans to harness the power of publicly available information to enhance national security, innovate collection methods, and develop a skilled workforce for the future. Learn about the strategic focus areas and the importance of partnerships in advancing OSINT capabilities.

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Understanding the 2023 FBI Internet Crime Report: Insights and Trends
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Understanding the 2023 FBI Internet Crime Report: Insights and Trends

The 2023 FBI Internet Crime Report highlights the rise in cybercrime, with a record 880,418 complaints and losses exceeding $12.5 billion. Key trends include investment fraud, business email compromise, and ransomware attacks. The report emphasizes the crucial role of the IC3 in combating cyber threats and the importance of reporting incidents to enhance cybersecurity efforts.

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Advancing Zero Trust Maturity in Network and Environment Security
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Advancing Zero Trust Maturity in Network and Environment Security

Read about the importance of Zero Trust maturity in network and environment security with the NSA's guidance. Learn about implementing segmentation, access controls, and software-defined networking to enhance your organization's defense-in-depth posture and protect against lateral movement by malicious actors. Essential reading for National Security Systems, the Department of Defense, and the Defense Industrial Base.

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Enhancing Cyber-Physical Resilience: A Call to Action by PCAST
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Enhancing Cyber-Physical Resilience: A Call to Action by PCAST

The President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) highlights the urgent need for a collaborative effort to fortify the resilience of critical infrastructure against threats. Emphasizing the importance of public-private partnerships, the report recommends establishing performance goals, bolstering research, and ensuring greater accountability in industry leadership to safeguard essential services and adapt to the challenges of the digital era.

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Executive Order on Protecting Americans' Data from Foreign Threats
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Executive Order on Protecting Americans' Data from Foreign Threats

On February 28, 2024, President Biden signed an Executive Order to safeguard Americans' sensitive personal data and U.S. government-related data from access by countries of concern. This order expands a national emergency to address security risks posed by foreign access to bulk data. It outlines policies to restrict such access when it poses a national security risk, while supporting open data flows. The order details prohibited transactions, measures to protect sensitive data, and steps to assess risks from prior data transfers

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