Government Contractor IT

Basic Cyber Hygiene Framework:

• Microsoft 365 with FCI (Federal Contract Information) protection
• Azure Active Directory with controlled access and authentication
• Microsoft Defender for comprehensive endpoint protection
• Intune for device management and security policy enforcement
• Basic cyber hygiene practices and user training

CMMC Level 1 Control Implementation:

• AC.1.001 - Limit system access to authorized users
• AC.1.002 - Limit system access to authorized functions
• AC.1.003 - Control public information on publicly accessible systems
• IA.1.076 - Identify and authenticate users
• IA.1.077 - Identify and authenticate processes and devices

Federal Contract Information (FCI) Protection:

• Document classification and handling procedures
• Access controls for federal contract data
• Basic encryption for data at rest and in transit
• User awareness training for FCI handling
• Incident reporting procedures for FCI compromises

Identity & Access Management (AC):

• Azure AD for centralized identity management
• Role-based access control (RBAC) implementation
• Multi-factor authentication for privileged accounts
• Account lifecycle management and access reviews
• Remote access controls and VPN management

System & Information Integrity (SI):

• Microsoft Sentinel for security monitoring and SIEM
• Vulnerability scanning and patch management
• Malware protection via Microsoft Defender
• System monitoring and anomaly detection
• Security incident detection and response

Audit & Accountability (AU):

• Comprehensive audit logging via Microsoft 365
• Security event correlation and analysis
• Audit log protection and retention
• User activity monitoring and reporting
• Compliance reporting and evidence collection

Microsoft GCC (Government Community Cloud):

• FedRAMP Moderate authorized cloud environment
• CJIS, HIPAA, and IRS 1075 focused infrastructure
• CUI (Controlled Unclassified Information) protection
• Enhanced security and compliance features
• US-based data centers with citizen support

Azure Government:

• Secret-level security clearance for personnel
• ITAR and EAR implementation for defense contractors
• FedRAMP High and DoD Impact Level 5 authorization
• Dedicated government cloud infrastructure
• Enhanced background screening for support staff

Microsoft 365 GCC High:

• DoD Impact Level 4 authorized environment
• CUI and controlled technical information protection
• Enhanced security controls and monitoring
• Restricted to US citizens and cleared personnel
• Air-gapped from commercial cloud services

Microsoft Compliance Manager:

• CMMC, NIST 800-171, and FedRAMP compliance tracking
• Automated compliance assessments and scoring
• Evidence collection and audit preparation
• Risk assessment and remediation planning

CUI Identification & Marking:

• Automated CUI detection and classification
• Microsoft Information Protection labels for CUI
• Document marking and handling procedures
• Email and collaboration CUI controls
• User training on CUI identification and handling

CUI Safeguarding Requirements:

• Encryption of CUI at rest and in transit
• Access controls for CUI systems and data
• Network protection and segmentation
• Media protection and secure disposal
• Incident response for CUI compromises

CUI System Requirements:

• Dedicated CUI processing environments
• Enhanced monitoring and logging
• Background investigations for CUI access
• Training and awareness programs
• Configuration management and change control

Supply Chain Risk Management:

• Vendor cybersecurity assessments and monitoring
• Third-party risk management and due diligence
• Supply chain security controls and requirements
• Subcontractor cybersecurity flow-down requirements
• Continuous monitoring of supply chain partners

Insider Threat Protection:

• Behavioral analytics for unusual user activity
• Privileged access monitoring and controls
• Data loss prevention (DLP) for sensitive information
• Employee monitoring and reporting procedures
• Insider threat training and awareness

Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) Defense:

• Nation-state threat intelligence and monitoring
• Advanced threat hunting and detection
• Zero-day protection and response
• Threat intelligence sharing with government
• Incident coordination with CISA and FBI

Physical Security Integration:

• Facility security and access controls
• IT equipment protection and monitoring
• Clean desk and clear screen policies
• Visitor management and escort procedures
• Security awareness and training programs