Zero Trust Security Integration & Monitoring

The contract requires the implementation and ongoing monitoring of Zero Trust security controls for Department of the Interior connections, fully aligning with Executive Order 14028 and OMB Memorandum M-22-09. Core responsibilities include enforcing strict identity verification protocols, deploying micro-segmentation to limit lateral movement within networks, and establishing continuous diagnostics and mitigation capabilities to ensure real-time visibility and response to threats. All work must be executed to secure DIA connections, ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity mandates and maintaining the integrity of sensitive data flows. The opportunity is structured as a subcontract with a NAICS code of 541512, indicating it falls under computer systems design and related services. The solicitation was posted on July 22, 2026, and responses are due by August 14, 2026. The awardee will report to the Ibc Acq Svcs Directorate under the Department of the Interior, with performance expected to support federal infrastructure requirements. No set-aside provisions are specified, and all technical deliverables must meet rigorous standards for authentication, segmentation, and continuous monitoring to defend against evolving cyber threats.