Cybersecurity Compliance & CUI Safeguarding (DFARS 252.204-7012)

The contract requires the implementation and ongoing maintenance of NIST SP 800-171 security controls to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information, with a focus on developing a System Security Plan, ensuring timely incident reporting, and enforcing compliance flow-down requirements to all subcontractors. This effort is mandated under DFARS 252.204-7012 and is critical to protecting sensitive defense-related data throughout the supply chain. The work is performed under a subcontract for the Defense Logistics Agency, a component of the Department of Defense, and is categorized under NAICS code 541512, indicating it involves computer systems design and related services. All activities must align with federal cybersecurity standards and ensure continuous adherence to CUI protection protocols.