Cybersecurity Compliance for Defense Contractors

This contract requires the implementation and assessment of cybersecurity controls outlined in NIST Special Publication 800-171 to safeguard covered defense information, ensuring compliance with federal standards for protecting sensitive data handled by defense contractors. The contractor must establish, document, and validate the deployment of all required controls to mitigate risks associated with unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss of covered defense information, while also preparing for Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) readiness, which includes aligning policies, procedures, and technical safeguards with CMMC framework requirements. Comprehensive documentation of control implementation and evidence of operational effectiveness will be necessary to demonstrate compliance during assessments. The contractor is also obligated to establish and maintain incident response capabilities, including timely reporting of any cybersecurity incidents involving covered defense information to the appropriate government authorities, in accordance with mandated timelines and reporting protocols. Performance is expected to be conducted at the designated place of performance in FPO, with all activities tied to supporting the Department of Defense’s objectives through the Active Devices Division. The opportunity is structured as a subcontract with a narrow response window, closing on August 10, 2026, under NAICS code 541512 for custom computer programming services, and is open to entities capable of delivering robust, verifiable cybersecurity compliance in a defense environment.