Cybersecurity Compliance & NIST SP 800-171 Implementation

The contract requires full implementation of the cybersecurity controls outlined in NIST Special Publication 800-171 to ensure the protection of controlled unclassified information within nonfederal systems. This includes establishing, documenting, and maintaining all required security measures aligned with the NIST framework, with a focus on access control, audit and accountability, configuration management, and incident response. A Basic Assessment must be conducted and submitted to verify compliance with these controls, serving as evidence of the contractor’s adherence to federal cybersecurity standards for handling sensitive defense information. Additionally, the contract mandates active support for cyber incident reporting as required under DFARS clause 252.204-7012, ensuring timely detection, reporting, and coordination with government authorities in the event of a breach or compromise of covered information. The work is classified as a subcontract under the Defense Logistics Agency within the Department of Defense, and the performance is tied to systems handling defense-related unclassified data. The NAICS code 541512 indicates that the scope involves computer systems design and related services, reinforcing the technical nature of the compliance and assessment activities.