Cybersecurity and System Hardening

The contract titled Cybersecurity and System Hardening seeks a subcontractor to implement a comprehensive suite of cybersecurity measures designed to protect infrastructure and data integrity. Key deliverables include firewall management, endpoint protection, continuous vulnerability scanning, and the deployment and tuning of a Security Information and Event Management system. The work must adhere strictly to established benchmarks such as NIST or CIS standards to ensure alignment with industry best practices and regulatory expectations. The effort is focused on hardening systems across the organization’s environment to reduce exploitable weaknesses and improve overall security posture. The solicitation is posted by the Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration under the agency name MPTAP, with a response deadline of August 25, 2026, and an initial posting date of August 3, 2026. This is categorized as a subcontract under NAICS code 541512, which corresponds to Computer Systems Design and Related Services. While the specific location of performance and point of contact are not provided, the contract requires the subcontractor to execute all services in alignment with the state’s cybersecurity objectives. All proposals must demonstrate technical expertise, compliance rigor, and the ability to deliver measurable security improvements within the specified timeframe.