Cybersecurity Compliance and Incident Response Support

The contract requires comprehensive support to ensure compliance with NIST SP 800-171 standards for protecting covered defense information, including the implementation and maintenance of security controls aligned with the framework. It mandates continuous cyber incident monitoring and the rapid reporting of any security events through the Defense Industrial Base Cybersecurity and Incident Reporting Portal, DIBNet, within a strict 72-hour window to meet federal obligations. Additionally, the contractor must preserve forensic data related to cybersecurity incidents to support investigations and ensure evidentiary integrity, maintaining chain of custody and data accuracy for potential audits or legal proceedings. This work is performed under a subcontract within the Department of Defense, specifically for the Defense Logistics Agency, and is classified under NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services. All activities are centered on safeguarding sensitive defense information and maintaining readiness for incident response in alignment with DoD cybersecurity requirements.