Cybersecurity Compliance & NIST SP 800-171 Support

The contract encompasses the implementation of NIST SP 800-171 security controls to safeguard covered defense information, ensuring alignment with Department of Defense cybersecurity requirements. It requires full compliance with all specified controls, including the establishment of processes for cyber incident reporting in accordance with DFARS 252.204-7012, and the preparation for official DoD assessments to validate adherence to these standards. The effort is focused on securing systems that handle sensitive defense data, with an emphasis on documentation, policy development, technical hardening, and continuous monitoring to meet regulatory obligations. This subcontract, awarded under the Defense Logistics Agency, is categorized under NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services and is tied to the contract SPEWA626P0210. The work is intended to support the broader mission of protecting covered defense information across the defense supply chain, requiring active collaboration with federal cybersecurity frameworks and readiness for third-party evaluations. There is no specified geographic restriction for performance, and the task is positioned as a critical component of defense contractor compliance, with timelines and deliverables aligned to upcoming DoD assessment cycles.