What Are Access Controls — And Why Should You Care? In today’s digital world, protecting information is more important than ever. Whether you’re a small business, a government contractor, or just someone who uses a computer at work, keeping sensitive data safe is part of the job. One of the best ways to do that?…
Important Update: New Cyber Incident Reporting Process for DoD Contractors Effective June 6, 2025 To our valued Defense Industrial Base (DIB) partners, The Department of Defense (DoD) has recently announced a critical update to the cyber incident reporting process for contractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) or operating under DFARS clauses 252.204-7012 and 252.239-7010. What’s…
Document Written on Saturday October 13, 2024, by Humberto Correa, CEO and Founder, RPO, RP, MSP, MSSP of Brea Networks, LLC. This document provides an overview of the major highlights and changes in the 32 CFR release from October 11, 2024, which is projected to take effect on December 16, 2024. We have outlined and…
Who needs CMMC certification?… By 2026, most defense contractors conducting work for the DoD – other than those managing Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) – will need to achieve CMMC certification. The level of certification you need will depend on the requirements spelled out in your contract. 3 MAIN OBJECTIVES: Companies that have a FAR…
How To Become ITAR Compliant? Most people within the defense sector know about ITAR. However, not everyone knows how to become ITAR compliant. With that in mind, today we answer some key questions about this important set of regulations. What Is ITAR? ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) is a set of United States…
Who Administers ITAR? When it comes to compliance, knowledge is power, and ITAR is no exception. For example, knowing who administers ITAR can help you better understand how this important compliance regime works. With that in mind, today we delve into the world of ITAR to understand who administers it and why it is essential.…
CMMC: What Is the Principle of Least Privilege? The principle of least privilege is one of the cornerstones of most cybersecurity frameworks, and the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is no exception. Keep reading to learn everything about the principle of least privilege: What it is, how to implement it, and what it means for…
The release of the CMMC ruling has been release this morning December 22, 2023. Anticipation for this development has been building since 2020. It is important to note that while this is not the definitive final rule, it is a proposed final rule. The finalized version that can be incorporated into DoD contracts is…
Knowing some instances of what constitutes an infraction to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations goes a long way towards understanding this important regulatory regime. With that in mind, today we review some examples of ITAR violations. Some are obvious, while others demonstrate how easily companies can incur potential ITAR violations if they don’t have…
Many organizations looking to comply with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) already observe other standards such as SOC 2. With that in mind, today we take a closer look at the similarities and differences between these two standards, including who needs to adhere to them and how to become certified. What Is CMMC? The…