Security and Data Protection Implementation

The contract titled Security and Data Protection Implementation requires the contractor to establish and enforce comprehensive data protection measures aligned with EXHIBIT E and applicable California state cybersecurity policies. Key responsibilities include implementing robust access management systems to ensure only authorized personnel can interact with sensitive data, deploying end-to-end encryption for data at rest and in transit, maintaining detailed audit logs to track all system activities, and developing a resilient disaster recovery plan to ensure operational continuity in the event of a breach or outage. All controls must be designed to meet or exceed state-mandated standards and be documented to demonstrate ongoing compliance. This subcontract, posted by the California Department of Cannabis Control under NAICS code 541513, is open for response until April 14, 2027. While the solicitation number and specific point of contact are not provided, the performance location remains unspecified beyond the state of California. The contractor must be prepared to operate within the regulatory framework of California’s cybersecurity requirements and deliver solutions that are scalable, auditable, and fully integrated into the agency’s existing infrastructure. The absence of set-aside designation indicates the opportunity is open to all qualified entities regardless of size or ownership structure.