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Cybersecurity Compliance Showdown: DHS’s Cybersecurity Readiness Factor Versus DOD’s CMMC
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has recently introduced a new Cybersecurity Readiness Factor to ensure that vendors are...
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Nov 2, 20234 min read
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Zero Cost, Maximum Security: Exploring CISA’s Free Cybersecurity Toolkit
In the digital realm, where cyber threats lurk around every corner, small business owners often find themselves facing the Herculean task...
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Oct 18, 20233 min read
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Don't Fall Victim: Top 10 Cybersecurity Misconfigurations Discovered by the NSA and CISA
The National Security Agency (NSA) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Ethical Hackers jointly released a...
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Oct 13, 20233 min read
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Say Goodbye to Passwords: Google's New Passwordless Era
In a groundbreaking move to mark Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Google has announced a major shift towards a passwordless future....
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Oct 13, 20232 min read
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No-Cost Cybersecurity: NSA Free Services for DoD Contractors and Subcontractors
Calling all Defense Industrial Base (DIB) contractors! 🚀 The National Security Agency (NSA) is your ally in fortifying your...
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Oct 12, 20232 min read
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Securing Your Remote Workforce: Best Practices and Tips
The modern business landscape has undeniably shifted towards remote work, driven by the need for flexibility, productivity, and...
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Oct 9, 20234 min read
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Navigating AI’s Double-Edge: 10 AI Cybersecurity Threats You Should Be Aware Of
The digital revolution has unveiled a world we once believed was only possible in futuristic novels. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is...
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Oct 2, 20233 min read
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Misconfigurations in the Cloud: The Silent Culprits Behind Data Breaches
Is Your Business in the Cloud? Here's What You Should Know Today, the cloud isn't just a fancy tech term or a distant place in the...
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Oct 1, 20234 min read
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Cybersecurity Simplified: The New NIST Framework for Small Businesses
The digital realm has always been a double-edged sword for businesses: a vast ocean of opportunities lurking with potential threats. It's...
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Sep 26, 20232 min read
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Securing CUI on the Go: How Hypori Halo is Transforming BYOD for Defense Contractors
Hypori Halo has emerged as a promising solution to enable BYOD for the Defense Industrial Base while adhering to CMMC 2.0 requirements.
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Apr 4, 20235 min read
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Automate CMMC Awareness and Training with ChatGPT
In this step-by-step tutorial, learn how to use ChatGPT to automate the CMMC Awareness and Training (AT) domain. Discover how to set up Chat
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Mar 6, 20235 min read
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The Dark Side of AI: Privacy Risks with OpenAI's ChatGPT
This article examines the privacy and ethical issues of OpenAI's ChatGPT language model and the need for regulations.
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Feb 9, 20234 min read
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Defense Contractors Beware: DFARS 7019 and 7020 Rules are Now Final
Stay ahead of the game with the latest updates on DFARS 7019 and 7020. Learn about the Department of Defense's new cybersecurity requirement
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Feb 7, 20233 min read
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Small Business, Big Risks: The Importance of Complying with FAR 52.204-21
Discover the importance of complying with FAR 52.204-21 and the 15 basic safeguarding requirements to protect your small federal contracting
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Feb 1, 20233 min read
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Achieving Safe and Secure AI: NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF 1.0) Explained
In this article, we will explore the key takeaways from the AI RMF 1.0
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Jan 26, 20233 min read
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Uncovering the Top 10 Compliance Gaps: Inside Look at NIST SP 800-171 Assessments by the DoD
In this article, we'll break down the top 10 practices frequently missed during DIBCAC High Assessments assessments. So, let's dive in!
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Jan 26, 20233 min read
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How to Become a Certified CMMC Assessor: A Step-by-Step Guide
In this article, we will explore the steps you need to take to become a Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA) and the requirements you must meet.
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Jan 22, 20232 min read
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Streamlining Third-Party Risk Management with AI Digital Workers: Real-world examples and ROI
Third-party risk management is a critical aspect of cybersecurity for organizations of all sizes, and with the increasing use of...
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Jan 21, 20232 min read
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A Closer Look at NIST's Upcoming Cybersecurity Framework 2.0
The concept paper outlines more significant potential changes that NIST is considering in developing CSF 2.0.
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Jan 19, 20233 min read
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