Cyber Security
Cyber-attacks on organizations, including government contractors and federal agencies, have been rapidly increasing over time. With a lack of defined security policies, processes, and controls, many government contractors are ill-equipped to effectively handle potential cyber-attacks that could severely undermine business operations and swiftly lead to insurmountable damages as data and records are destroyed. (Submitted by http://www.wjtechnologies.com)
BE FOREWARNED
There’s an old Latin saying which, when translated, states “Forewarned is forearmed.” Toward that end, we’d like to share these resources from our affiliate, CohnReznick, that may assist you in preparation for cyber-attacks:
1. GovCon Insights: Maintain DFARS Cybersecurity Compliance with Advanced Technology Solutions – click here to access information on how a defense contractor can demonstrate DFARS Clause Compliance.
2. GovCon Insights: Understanding the Government Standard on Cybersecurity and DFARS Compliance Requirements – click here to access a report on how security requirements are categorized into 14 Control Families.
Karen Louis, CPA, PMP is the Managing Member of WJ Technologies (WiJiT) a company that provides project based accounting software and services to project based businesses with a special expertise in the government contracting industry. Please contact Karen at [email protected] or 703.885.8178. Follow her at: