Cybersecurity Compliance & Incident Response (IT Support)

The contract supports a prime contractor in meeting stringent cybersecurity requirements under DFARS 252.204-7012, focusing on the protection of Controlled Unclassified Information through robust safeguarding measures, continuous incident detection, and timely reporting within a 72-hour window via the Defense Industrial Base Cybersecurity Information Sharing Portal. This subcontract is critical to ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity standards for entities handling sensitive defense information, requiring adherence to NIST SP 800-171 controls and immediate escalation protocols for any potential breaches. The work is positioned under NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services and falls under the Department of Defense’s Defense Logistics Agency, with performance expected to occur in alignment with defense-industry cybersecurity protocols. Although no specific location is provided, the nature of the work implies remote or distributed support capabilities, integrating technical services directly into the prime contractor’s cybersecurity infrastructure to maintain operational compliance and readiness. Contract administration and reporting are tied to the DIBBS platform, emphasizing transparency and accountability in the execution of federal cybersecurity obligations.