FedRAMP has become the gold standard for securing cloud services used by U.S. federal agencies. With the introduction of the Open Security Controls Assessment Language (OSCAL), FedRAMP assessments are transforming toward automation, consistency, and scalability. 

OSCAL-based mastering evaluations are critical for organizations pursuing FedRAMP authorization. They streamline compliance efforts and reduce time to market. This article provides a detailed roadmap for experts preparing for OSCAL-driven FedRAMP assessments, covering technical workflows, tooling, and strategic considerations.

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The CMMC framework represents a critical evolution in securing the DIB. For organizations handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in the highest-risk contexts, achieving CMMC Level 3 compliance requires defenses against sophisticated adversaries like nation-state APTs. 

Traditional compliance checks and penetration testing are insufficient to validate these controls. Instead, red teaming—a full-scope, adversarial simulation—is essential to stress-test an organization’s ability to detect, respond to, and mitigate APT-style campaigns. 

This article discusses red team penetration testing in the context of CMMC compliance and provides insights into using it to ensure an effective security posture.

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The increasing sophistication of cyber threats and strict (and complex) regulatory requirements create a professional environment where every player on your team has to know what they can and cannot do. In this regard, training and continuing education are non-negotiable.  

This article discusses the critical importance of such training, the evolving threat landscape, and best practices for maintaining cybersecurity proficiency.

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