Cybersecurity is a crucial concern for every business in the world. No matter the kind or size of organization, it’s always imperative to safeguard against cybercrime to prevent loss of sensitive information and other related risks, such as theft and extortion. The threats posed by hackers and other bad actors are even more significant when it comes to matters of national security.

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If your organization works with the US Department of Defense (DoD), understanding the CMMC Level 1 Requirements is essential for meeting basic cybersecurity standards. In this guide, we’ll provide a clear overview of what Level 1 entails and what your team needs to do to stay compliant. This is the first part of our series on the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). For details on higher levels, check out our upcoming guides covering Levels 2, 3, 4, and 5. (more…)

CMMC 2.0 provides a robust cybersecurity framework mandated for DoD contractors, consolidating controls from key regulatory texts such as NIST SP 800-171 and SP 800-172. As organizations prepare for its implementation, understanding the distinct requirements of Levels 1 to 3 is crucial.

While Level 1 targets Federal Contract Information (FCI), Levels 2 and 3 focus on protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and advanced threats. Certification, facilitated by Certified Third Party Assessment Organizations (C3PAOs), will be essential for maintaining compliance and bidding on future DoD contracts.

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From Principles to Practice: Why AI Ethics Must Go Beyond Words

For much of the last decade, discussions about AI ethics focused on high-level principles. Organizations published ethical AI statements, adopted guiding frameworks, and publicly committed to responsible innovation. These efforts raised awareness of risks associated with AI systems, including bias, opacity, misuse, and unintended harm. (more…)

Working with the U.S. military or its private defense partners requires strict security controls to protect sensitive information. These expectations apply not only to defense contractors but also to the external service providers that support their systems and operations. To maintain CMMC compliance, organizations must account for all infrastructure that stores, processes, or transmits Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), including assets managed by third parties.

Is your organization prepared to meet CMMC requirements across both internal systems and external service provider environments?

A CMMC-aligned advisory approach can help clarify shared responsibilities, reduce compliance gaps, and improve overall readiness. (more…)