DOD’s Basic Assessment captures a snapshot of a company’s System Security Plan and its Plan of Action.  It reflects the efforts at a point in time and provides a baseline, a starting point for all future efforts. Achieving a perfect score of 110 is the goal and to do so will require companies to commit […]

Logs are an essential component of a cyber security program. Logs help to identify malicious activity and they are critical to performing forensic analysis. Understanding logs and their essential roles should be one of the major factors to consider when deciding whether to manage your cyber security program internally, utilize a third-party or use a […]

Past Performance will impact future contract awards. As a Federal Contractor it is very important to understand the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS), which collects and maintains Contractor’s Past Performance Information. Past performance is now included in the selection criteria in Government contracts. It is essential for the Contractor to review the comments and ratings […]

Plans and procedures alone are not enough to secure sensitive information. They are a critical start but cyber security relies upon each individual’s knowledge and personal efforts. Companies also need to consider training to support their journey – from conducting the Basic Self-Assessment to planning to the worst-case scenario and also, the ever changing threat […]