CMMC by the Numbers: Where Things Stand and How to Get Ahead
With the final CMMC rule now effective as of November 10, 2025, the countdown for defense contractors to get compliant has officially started. Through a four-phase implementation process, the Department of Defense (DoD) will begin including Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements in new contracts over the next three years. For organizations handling Federal Contract […]
CMMC Level 2 Is Already Here: Why Defense Subcontractors Can’t Afford to Wait
Defense subcontractors face a critical timeline squeeze for CMMC Level 2 certification. With C3PAO assessment queues at 6-9 months and growing, starting late means losing contracts.
CMMC Certification Is Now the Ultimate Game Changer for Defense Contractors
The landscape for defense contractors is rapidly shifting, and cybersecurity is at the heart of this transformation. The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) is mandating Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance by October 1, 2025, and companies handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) are facing a critical crossroads: implement robust cybersecurity measures now, or risk being […]
5 CMMC Compliance Mistakes That Cost Small Businesses Time and Money
Small defense contractors face a ticking clock on CMMC 2.0 certification, and the margin for error is thin. This article breaks down the five most common pitfalls.
The Inaugural Level Zero Industrial Control System and Operational Technology Conference
By Richard Hawes I recently had the pleasure of representing Idenhaus at the inaugural Level Zero Operation Technology Cybersecurity Conference on the Georgia Tech Campus in Atlanta. It was an extremely informative and worthwhile experience with an incredible array of speakers that opened the floodgates on the subject of Operational Technology/Industrial Control System (OT/ICS) cybersecurity. […]
Florida’s HB 473: The Cybersecurity Incident Liability Act (2024)
By Richard Hawes Last year we published a blog on Florida’s House Bill 473: The Cybersecurity Incident Liability Act. Less than two weeks later, on June 26, 2024, Governor Ron DeSantis vetoed HB 473, which promised private companies as well as state and local governments a legal shield against data breach lawsuits if they “substantially […]
DevOps or Dev-Oops?
by Sai Divya Gudimella In today’s fast-paced IT landscape, implementing DevOps effectively is crucial for organizations aiming to deliver agile and efficient solutions that meet customer demands. However, many companies face significant challenges in establishing a successful DevOps program. Traditionally focused on coding, developers often lack expertise in the automation DevOps requires. Conversely, system administrators […]
32 CFR Final Rule for CMMC Explained
In an increasingly connected world, protecting sensitive information from malicious actors has become paramount, especially for organizations that are involved with defending our nation. The Department of Defense (DoD) has introduced the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) as a requirement to ensure that defense contractors and subcontractors, who are part of the Defense Industrial Base […]
Essential Guidance for CMMC Level 1 Scoping
By Sajid Shafique As Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) gets codified into law with the publication of the 32 CFR Final Rule, defense contractors or Organizations Seeking Assessments (OSA) will need to stay compliant with the CMMC compliance requirements to ensure continued eligibility for Department of Defense (DoD) contracts. Understanding scoping requirements for CMMC Level […]
Top Ten Reasons to Become CMMC 2.0 Certified
In today’s increasingly connected world, cybersecurity isn’t just a technical necessity—it’s a strategic imperative, especially for companies in the defense industry or those looking to work with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC 2.0) has emerged as the gold standard for ensuring the security of sensitive government data, and it […]