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The CMMC Phase II Pause: What Changed, What Didn’t, and What You Should Do Now
On July 13, 2026, the Department of War (DoW) suspended the CMMC Phase II requirements that were scheduled to take effect November 10, 2026, and opened a 60-day review of the entire CMMC program. Here is what that actually means for your obligations as a defense contractor, and, more importantly, what it does not change.…
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Everything You Need to Know About MSSP
An MSSP (Managed Security Service Provider) is an outsourced cybersecurity provider. MSSPs offer cybersecurity monitoring and cyber threat response. They’ve become essential partners for organizations facing sophisticated threats and complex regulatory requirements. In a digital age where cybersecurity attacks are constant and regulations tighten, organizations turn to MSSPs to strengthen their defenses and protect sensitive…
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Navigating CMMC Requirements: The New Reality of DoD Cybersecurity Compliance
Let’s be honest, ‘government compliance’ isn’t exactly the most exciting dinner conversation. However, for organizations in the defense supply chain, it’s a critical factor. The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is no longer a vague future requirement – it’s a present reality. The CMMC final rule was published on October 15, 2024, with an effective…
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What Leaders Need to Know About CMMC
If your company works with the Department of Defense (DoD) or contracts within the defense supply chain, you’ve likely heard about the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). But what does it really mean for your business? And why should executives and decision-makers care? Let’s break it down in simple terms. What Is CMMC? CMMC is…
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Contractors Navigating Federal Compliance Mandates
In this article you’ll learn: Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification, or CMMC, was released in January of 2020 by the Department of Defense (DoD). CMMC was created to properly secure data shared by the government to contractors. This set of standards must be met by contractors and subcontractors who work with government CUI data. CUI or…
