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CMMC 2.0 Decoded: 9 Key Takeaways from the Proposed Rule
The Department of Defense's (DoD) Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program is on the verge of significant...
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Dec 27, 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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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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Cybersecurity Lifeline: $25K Grant Available for South Carolina Defense Manufacturers
Seize this opportunity to strengthen your cybersecurity posture and give your company the competitive edge it needs.
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Apr 6, 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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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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7 Questions DoD Will Likely Ask to Determine Your Assessment Readiness
Therefore, if you are one of the lucky companies selected for a Medium or High assessment, the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) ass
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Feb 2, 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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Small Defense Contractors Unite: Learn the Ins and Outs of NIST SP 800-171 and the Proposed CMMC 2.0
Blue Cyber, sponsored by the NAVY SBIR/STTR Program Office, is hosting a free, live webinar every month to help small defense contractors li
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Jan 27, 20232 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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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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Ditch the Manual Labor: Let ChatGPT Automate Your CMMC Policies
Are you tired of spending hours drafting and enforcing your Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) policies? As a defense...
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Jan 2, 20233 min read
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10X Your CMMC Efforts with ChatGPT
ChatGPT is a powerful tool that can help you automate your CMMC compliance efforts and achieve your goals faster than ever before.
Derrich Phillips, CCA, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, CRISC
Dec 30, 20222 min read
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