Cybersecurity Compliance & Reporting Support (NIST 800-171 Implementation)

The contract requires comprehensive advisory and operational support to implement the National Institute of Standards and Technology Special Publication 800-171 security controls within the contractor’s systems, ensuring alignment with Department of Defense cybersecurity requirements. This includes assessing current securityPostures, developing and executing remediation plans, and integrating controls to safeguard controlled unclassified information as mandated by DFARS 252.204-7012. Ongoing monitoring for cyber incidents is essential, with a focus on timely detection, analysis, and response to potential threats targeting covered defense information. The contractor must establish and maintain processes to report any cybersecurity breaches to the Department of Defense in strict accordance with regulatory deadlines and reporting protocols. All activities are performed under a subcontract structure linked to the Defense Logistics Agency, with the North American Industry Classification System code 541512 indicating information technology consulting services. Performance is expected to meet the defense contracting standards set forth by the DoD, with no specific geographic location designated for performance, allowing for flexible execution across supported environments while maintaining full compliance with federal cybersecurity obligations.