Cybersecurity and Incident Reporting Compliance (IT/Compliance Support)

The contract requires implementation and maintenance of cybersecurity measures aligned with the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement to protect Controlled Unclassified Information within the information systems of the subcontractor. This includes establishing and sustaining safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss of sensitive data, as well as ensuring all systems meet the specified NIST cybersecurity standards. The subcontractor must also establish and operationalize processes for timely detection, reporting, and response to cyber incidents affecting CUI, adhering to mandated timelines and procedures outlined in DFARS clause 252.204-7012. This agreement falls under the NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services and is structured as a subcontract under the Defense Logistics Agency, part of the Department of Defense. The work is expected to support ongoing compliance objectives for the broader DoD supply chain, requiring continuous monitoring, documentation, and reporting to demonstrate adherence to federal cybersecurity mandates. Performance is tied to maintaining an auditable trail of security controls and incident response activities, with failure to comply potentially impacting contract standing and future award eligibility.