SEC's action against hashtag#solarwinds will change the industry. For the first time, internal email communications on action or inaction can be used against executives.

Executive Order 14028 guides Federal Agencies and their prime contractors to protect to adopt zero trust cybersecurity principles and adjust their network architectures accordingly.

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Moderator: Alby Bocanegra, Futurist in Residence, Smart Cities Council;Panel: Katie Savage, Secretary, Department of Information Technology, MarylandBrian Wane, CEO, XQ MessageMark Wheeler, CIO PhiladelphiaNeal Jardine, Global Cyber Risk Intelligence & Claims Director, BOXX Insurance Inc.

Organizations handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) are subject to DFARS 252.204-7012 (AKA DFARS 7012). This clause addresses specific (c)-(g) requirements for cyber incident reporting, NIST SP 800-171 security controls, and stipulates the FedRAMP Baseline Moderate or equivalent standard for organizations using cloud services.

XQ and DFARS 7012 Requirements

In addition to supporting organizations in meeting CMMC 2.0 technology solutions - 77 of Level 2’s 110 NIST SP 800-171 requirements - XQ accepts and, where applicable, can support users in meeting DFARS 7012 requirements.

Are you a defense contractor preparing for the Cyber Maturity Model Certification 2.0 (CMMC 2.0)? This webinar will ensure you meet the new standards set by the Department of Defense (DoD) and protect sensitive data throughout the supply chain. Our experts discuss the consequences of non-compliance and provide practical solutions to help you achieve compliance. Learn the ins and outs of CMMC 2.0, including the different levels of certification and the specific requirements. Discover our exclusive XQ solution for CMMC 2.0 compliance using Microsoft 365 Business Premium.

Are you at HIMSS this week? XQ is participating in the AWS HIMSS Partner Theater Talk series, and we want to see you there! This Thursday, Kelby Price will be presenting on Secure Healthcare Cloud Transformation on AWS with Keystone Technologies’ Andy Belval and Ingram Micro Cloud’s Jason Singer!

Thanks to never before seen levels of PHI data and advanced cyber threats, covered entities and business associates are increasingly vulnerable to data loss incidents and HIPAA penalties. The Safe Harbor Bill (H.R.7898) can help insulate organizations from HIPAA penalties if they adopt recognized security practices like CMMC.

The digital era has brought about advancements in healthcare, but has also presented challenges in securing health data. Traditional cybersecurity methods have become inadequate in protecting sensitive information from external threats. XQ's Zero Trust Data offers enhanced protection and oversight, simplified and future-proofed compliance, minimized data loss, and supports patient autonomy.

While CMMC 2.0 is a welcome improvement over CMMC 1.0, the CMMC landscape remains a challenge for many smaller businesses. CMMC non-compliance threatens a business’s survival, but its requirements may still feel impossible for many SMBs. Talk about being stuck between a rock and a hard place!

Next IT & Systems, Leonard McDowell, and XQ Message announce their collaboration on a new international partnership to bring zero trust data to protect high value applications: International collaboration brings a new technology governance framework to drive trust, sustainability, and innovation on a global scale:

The rollout of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC, or CMMC 2.0) means it is now more important than ever for defense contractors to ensure that they have a comprehensive cybersecurity program in place. One crucial component of a good cybersecurity program is a System Security Plan (SSP). In this blog post, we'll explain what an SSP is, why it's important for CMMC, and provide tips on developing an SSP.

Comparing XQ with GCC High reveals some important truths for Defense Industrial Base (DIB) (sub)contractors and vendors. XQ is less expensive, faster to deploy, easier to use, and better adapted to today’s risk landscape. For many DIB members, XQ is the smarter choice.

CMMC compliance provides numerous benefits for defense contractors and suppliers. By achieving CMMC certification, your organization can gain a competitive advantage, build relationships with prime contractors, improve its cybersecurity posture, increase trust with customers and partners, reduce liability, and simplify compliance efforts. As the DoD ramps up NIST 800-171 audits and certification requirements for DoD contract eligibility become increasingly imminent, there's no better time to start your organization's CMMC journey. 

trategic Communications, a leading cloud services and IT solutions integrator, recently partnered with Zero Trust Solution Provider XQ. This partnership aims to bring XQ's solutions to federal and state agencies, helping them improve their critical infrastructure's security and privacy.

Incorporating XQ means you get incredibly safe, secure, and compliant customization on the infrastructure you control. Wherever and however you already work, simplify your sharing, upgrade your security, and achieve compliance quickly, cheaply, and effectively. If you’re still not ready for the May 2023 onset of CMMC, we can help. Book a time to talk, email us, or subscribe to our CMMC newsletter now!