Cybersecurity Compliance and Incident Response for CDI Handling

This contract requires subcontractors handling Covered Defense Information to fully implement the cybersecurity controls outlined in NIST Special Publication 800-171 to safeguard sensitive government data. The subcontractor must establish and maintain a compliant security posture across all systems and networks that process, store, or transmit CDI, ensuring alignment with federal requirements for protecting controlled unclassified information. Implementation includes deploying technical, administrative, and physical safeguards, conducting regular risk assessments, and documenting control adherence to meet Defense Department standards. In addition to control implementation, the subcontractor is obligated to report any cyber incidents affecting CDI within a prescribed timeframe, coordinating closely with the Defense Logistics Agency and other authorized entities. Incident response plans must be in place to contain, mitigate, and remediate breaches, and all reporting activities must comply with mandated procedures for data submission and communication. Compliance is mandatory for continued performance under the contract, with failure to meet requirements potentially resulting in corrective actions, penalties, or termination. The work is governed under NAICS code 541512 and executed under the broader oversight of the Department of Defense.