Calculating a Cyber Summary Score is not sufficient to provide adequate security and providing adequate security will not by itself comply with DFARS 252.204-7020. There are similarities between these clauses but there are also major differences which companies should understand and ensure that they incorporate into their contract compliance efforts. Until CMMC v2.0 is formally […]
Join us as the National Park Service Regional Small Business Lead explains what it takes to do business with the NPS. Learn about the agency, what they buy, how they buy, procurement forecasts, and more. The National Park Service manages nearly 400 sites, covering approximately 84.6 million acres of public lands. Six of these National […]
REGISTRATION is open at this link. Growing small businesses no longer have the luxury of a slow ramp-up to cybersecurity. Ransomware does not discriminate by business size, ownership, location, or industry. Learn about the steps you can take to fortify your company's operations against ransomware. The protection techniques you must incorporate in your business processes are no […]
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 […]
Significant opportunities exist for small businesses to sell to State and Local governments and educational institutions. Please join us and learn about how to do business with the Madison Metropolitan School District, University of Wisconsin Madison, Madison Area Technical College, and Edgewood College. Presentations will be followed by the opportunity for limited one-on-one meetings with […]
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 […]
The Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) is the primary enterprise procure-to-pay (P2P) application for the Department of Defense and its supporting agencies and is trusted by companies reporting over $7.1 billion in spending. The PIEE suite evolves continually, and DOD contractors must understand how its features support their contract administration process. PIEE applications include: Wide […]
REGISTRATION is open at this link. Securing your systems doesn't have to be expensive. Smart investments minimize your company's exposure to catastrophic cyber events. Learn from an expert how to maximize value from your current and future technology choices. This is a three-part series presented by American Family Insurance in partnership with the Women’s Business Development Center […]