Data Security & Compliance Consulting

The contract seeks specialized consulting services to ensure strict adherence to Mississippi’s Enterprise Cloud Offsite Internet Hosting Security Policy and relevant federal data protection regulations, including FERPA and proper handling of personally identifiable information. The scope involves conducting comprehensive audits, performing risk assessments, and developing and maintaining detailed policy documentation to safeguard sensitive data hosted in offsite cloud environments. The work must align with state and federal mandates to mitigate security vulnerabilities and maintain regulatory compliance across all data operations managed by the University of Southern Mississippi. This subcontract is open for bid through the Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration with a response deadline of August 13, 2026, and is classified under NAICS code 541618 for other scientific and technical consulting services. The contract is not subject to any set-aside provisions, and performance is expected to support the agency’s obligations regardless of physical location, though the primary oversight and data governance responsibilities lie with the University of Southern Mississippi. Providers must demonstrate proven expertise in cloud security frameworks, federal data privacy laws, and the ability to deliver actionable compliance outcomes through documented processes and ongoing monitoring.