Cybersecurity Compliance and Data Safeguarding for Subcontractors

The contract requires comprehensive administrative and technical support to ensure subcontractors adhere to cybersecurity standards mandated by NIST SP 800-171 and DFARS 252.204-7012, focusing on safeguarding controlled unclassified information within the Department of Defense supply chain. This includes implementing controls to protect data, maintaining audit-ready documentation, and promptly reporting any cyber incidents in accordance with federal requirements. The support must encompass ongoing monitoring, policy enforcement, training, and response procedures to maintain compliance across all subcontractor activities. The effort is classified as a subcontract under the NAICS code 541512 and is managed by the Defense Logistics Agency. Although the specific location of performance is not defined, the work must align with DoD-wide cybersecurity directives and be conducted in a manner that supports the integrity and security of defense-related information systems. The contractor will be responsible for enabling subcontractors to meet their regulatory obligations through structured oversight, documentation management, and incident response protocols, ensuring operational readiness and compliance throughout the contract lifecycle.