IT Security and Compliance Implementation

The contract requires the design and implementation of comprehensive security controls to ensure compliance with HIPAA, FISMA, and CMS regulations, focusing on access policies, incident response protocols, and audit logging mechanisms. The work must be executed to meet federal and state standards governing the protection of sensitive health information and government systems, with an emphasis on technical safeguards, accountability, and continuous monitoring. This is a subcontract under the Department of Elder Affairs in Florida, with a narrow response window closing just ten minutes after posting, indicating an urgent procurement timeline. The North American Industry Classification System code 541512 confirms the scope is within computer systems design and related services, and the place of performance is unspecified, suggesting work may be performed remotely or across Florida. All deliverables must align with strict regulatory frameworks to support the agency’s obligations in safeguarding elder healthcare data and maintaining federal compliance.