NIST SP 800-171 Compliance Support

The contract requires comprehensive support to safeguard covered defense information by fully implementing the security controls outlined in NIST Special Publication 800-171, ensuring all requirements are met to protect sensitive data transmitted or stored by the contractor. This includes establishing and maintaining technical, administrative, and physical safeguards aligned with the standard to mitigate risks to covered defense information across systems and networks under the contractor’s control. The contractor must also adhere strictly to the cyber incident reporting obligations defined in DFARS 252.204-7012, which mandates immediate notification of any security breach or unauthorized access to covered defense information, along with full cooperation in incident response and forensic analysis as directed by the Department of Defense. This subcontract is issued under the Defense Logistics Agency, part of the Department of Defense, and falls under NAICS code 541512 for computer systems design services, indicating the work involves technical and operational support for cybersecurity compliance. The obligation extends to all systems and environments where covered defense information is processed, stored, or transmitted, regardless of location. The contractor is expected to maintain continuous compliance with NIST 800-171, conduct regular assessments of control effectiveness, and provide documentation of implementation and monitoring activities upon request. Failure to report cyber incidents in a timely manner or to meet control requirements may result in contractual penalties, loss of access to sensitive information, or termination of the agreement.