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Why the ‘CISO’ in Virtual CISO Services Shouldn’t Scare You
by CJ Hurd on July 8, 2025 at 1:00 PM
For many small and midsize businesses, the term Virtual CISO (or vCISO) can be a little off-putting. It sounds big, corporate, and expensive—like something built for Fortune 500 companies, not organizations with lean teams, tight budgets, and practical day-to-day needs. After all, the …
What Is a Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP)?
by Geoff Yeagley on July 1, 2025 at 4:53 PM
As cyber threats continue to evolve and become more sophisticated, organizations across every industry are realizing that protecting their digital assets isn’t just an IT concern—it’s a business imperative. Unfortunately, many companies lack the in-house expertise, tools, or bandwidth …
The SOC for Cybersecurity Report: A Complete Guide
by Derek Boczenowski on June 26, 2025 at 10:53 AM
In a business environment where cyber threats are constant and trust is currency, organizations need a way to clearly demonstrate the strength of their cybersecurity programs. While many have turned to frameworks like SOC 2 for this purpose, there’s a growing recognition that these tr …
How to Report Your SPRS Score for DoD CMMC Self-Assessment
by Kelly O’Brien on June 10, 2025 at 2:59 PM
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If you contract with the Department of Defense (DoD)—directly or indirectly—you’re likely required to report a cybersecurity self-assessment score to the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS). SPRS is a web-based system used by the DoD to track and assess contractor performance and …
How Much Does Penetration Testing Cost In 2026? Full Transparency
by Jesse Roberts on June 3, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Penetration testing is no longer a “nice-to-have” service. For many organizations, it’s a vital part of maintaining security, meeting compliance requirements, and demonstrating due diligence to leadership, customers, and regulators. But despite its growing importance, many IT and secu …
Shipbuilders Council of America Spring Membership Meeting Takeaways
by Chanci Gadbois on May 30, 2025 at 12:50 PM
Earlier this month, I had the opportunity to attend the Shipbuilders Council of America (SCA) Spring Membership Meeting in Washington, D.C. The room was filled with national security leaders, lawmakers, and key players from across the U.S. shipbuilding ecosystem. What united everyone? …