Cybersecurity Compliance (NIST SP 800-171 / DFARS 252.204-7012)

The contract requires the implementation and ongoing maintenance of cybersecurity controls outlined in NIST Special Publication 800-171 to protect covered defense information handled by the contractor. These controls are mandated under DFARS 252.204-7012 and must be fully operational to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive data within the defense industrial base. The contractor is responsible for not only deploying the required security measures but also sustaining compliance through continuous monitoring, documentation, and adaptation to evolving threats and regulatory updates. In addition to enforcing the NIST controls, the contractor must support cyber incident reporting through the Defense Industrial Base Cybersecurity and Incident Reporting Portal, commonly referred to as DIBNet. This includes timely detection, reporting, and response to any cybersecurity incidents involving covered defense information, in accordance with federal requirements. The work is being performed under a subcontract issued by the Defense Logistics Agency, part of the Department of Defense, and falls under NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services, indicating that the scope is technology-driven and focused on securing information systems rather than physical infrastructure.