CMMC reshapes how defense contractors secure CUI. One of the most critical components of CMMC compliance is incident response (IR)—the ability to detect, respond to, and recover from cybersecurity incidents while meeting strict reporting and documentation requirements.

Under the final CMMC rule, contractors at Level 2 and above must implement formalized IR policies, procedures, and continuous monitoring capabilities to maintain compliance. Without a well-structured IR plan, organizations risk non-compliance, loss of contract eligibility, and significant security breaches.

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FedRAMP and Encryption

Mar 27, 2025 Continuum GRC 0 Comment

A critical component of the FedRAMP framework is its adherence to cryptographic standards, specifically the Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 140-3. Data privacy is essential to compliance, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology has clearly defined the requirements for just how a FedRAMP-compliance organization encrypts its data.

This article will cover those requirements and how to approach them in your organization.

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Automating SOC 2 Compliance: Tools and Technologies

Mar 12, 2025 Continuum GRC 0 Comment

SOC 2 compliance is a crucial standard for organizations that handle sensitive customer data, particularly cloud service providers and SaaS businesses. However, achieving and maintaining SOC 2 compliance is no small feat. The traditional audit process can be time-consuming, complex, and expensive, requiring extensive documentation, evidence collection, and control monitoring.

Automation revolutionizes compliance by reducing human error, streamlining audits, and ensuring continuous security monitoring. Organizations that leverage automation tools can minimize audit preparation time, improve security posture, and demonstrate compliance more efficiently.