Pentagon CMMC Program Requires Defense Suppliers to Upgrade Cybersecurity
What happened
The Pentagon requires defense suppliers to meet Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) standards to protect sensitive military information. NE-XT Technologies, a precision machining shop, spent approximately $200,000 and 18 months upgrading its hardware, software, and internal procedures to meet these requirements. NE-XT Technologies passed its independent audit on July 13.
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Why it matters
The CMMC program assesses whether defense suppliers can protect information such as military blueprints and engineering specifications from unauthorized access. Meeting these requirements is necessary for businesses to qualify for military contracts, including work received through larger defense companies.
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Who's involved
- PENTAGONImposes the CMMC security standards on defense suppliers
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The entities involved
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