CMMC 2.0 Proposed Rule – Act Now to Stay Ahead

The Department of Defense (DoD) released the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 proposed rule on December 26, 2023, setting the stage for a three-year rollout starting in 2025. For Defense and Intelligence Community (DoD/IC) contractors, this marks a critical moment to prepare for mandatory compliance to maintain contract eligibility. This blog post breaks down the proposed rule, highlights the urgency of proactive action, and provides practical strategies to meet CMMC Level 2 requirements, focusing on the 110 NIST SP 800-171 controls needed to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

CMMC 2.0 and IT Solutions for DoD and IC Contractors

Defense and Intelligence Community (DoD/IC) contractors face a rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape, where robust IT solutions are critical to protecting national security. This blog post, part of a series running from October 2023 to April 2025, provides actionable insights into the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0, recent government contractor IT changes, and their impacts on contracting. We aim to equip DoD/IC contractors with the knowledge needed to navigate compliance and strengthen their cybersecurity posture.

Empowering SIGINT Missions with AI-Driven Precision Technology

n September 2023, the National Security Agency (NSA) took a transformative step in national security by establishing its AI Security Center. This initiative underscores the NSA’s commitment to integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into signals intelligence (SIGINT) missions, enhancing the speed, accuracy, and security of intelligence operations.