Cybersecurity Compliance for Covered Defense Information (CDI)

The contract requires the implementation of comprehensive cybersecurity safeguards for contractor systems that handle covered defense information, in full alignment with DFARS 252.204-7012 requirements. This includes establishing and maintaining robust access controls, encryption protocols, audit logging, incident response procedures, and continuous monitoring capabilities to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or compromise. All systems processing, storing, or transmitting covered defense information must meet the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s Special Publication 800-171 security requirements, and contractors are responsible for conducting regular assessments to ensure compliance, documenting controls, and promptly reporting any cybersecurity incidents affecting covered defense information. This subcontract, issued under the Defense Logistics Agency of the Department of Defense, is classified under NAICS code 541512, reflecting its focus on computer systems design services. The contract imposes strict obligations on the contractor to ensure that cybersecurity measures are not only implemented but also sustainably maintained throughout the performance period. Failure to comply with the mandated security controls or to report breaches in a timely manner may result in contractual penalties, loss of eligibility for future defense work, or other corrective actions. The requirement applies regardless of system location or ownership and extends to all third-party vendors or subcontracts involved in handling covered defense information, ensuring end-to-end protection across the supply chain.