Welcome to Contracting Conversations with hosts Jim Valley and Scott Williams. In this episode, cybersecurity expert Kelley Kiernan joins to discuss the critical role of contracting teams in safeguarding against cyber threats. Kelley, DAU's Cyber Security expert, shares insights on FAR and DFARS requirements, the risks to the DoD enterprise, and practical steps for contractors. Topics include the cyber kill chain, essential security controls, CMMC, and the importance of protecting sensitive government data. Learn about the latest DOD instructions, the impact of cyber incidents, and how to ensure compliance and enhance cybersecurity measures. Tune in to stay informed and protect your contracts.Video explaining the Cyber Kill Chain on DoD
Contractors:  https://cdnapisec.kaltura.com/index.php/extwidget/preview/partner_id/2203981/uiconf_id/39997971/entry_id/1_383l2nnj/embed/dynamic
FAR 52.204-21  “Basic Safeguarding of Covered Contractor
Information Systems”  https://www.acquisition.gov/far/52.204-21 DFARS 252.204-7012  “Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and
Cyber Incident Reporting”    https://www.acquisition.gov/dfars/252.204-7012-safeguarding-covered-defense-information-and-cyber-incident-reporting. DoD’s CMMC Program 
https://dodcio.defense.gov/CMMC/
FCI and CUI – What is the difference?  https://isoo.blogs.archives.gov/2020/06/19/%e2%80%8bfci-and-cui-what-is-the-difference/#:~:text=Federal%20contract%20information
Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Definitions   www.dodcui.milDoD Cyber Crime Center: 
Cyber Incident Reporting Instructions    https://dibnet.dod.mil
DoD INSTRUCTION 5200.48  
 “Controlled Unclassified
Information (CUI)”   https://www.dodcui.mil/Portals/109/Documents/Policy%20Docs/DoDI%205200.48%20CUI.pdf
 DoD INSTRUCTION 5230.24    “Distribution Statements on DoD Technical
Information”  https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/dodi/523024p.pdf?ver=JiZUVfNZrPKmcRMim_UnHg%3d%3d
DoD Small Business Innovation Research Program   https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/submissions/login
DoD Inspector General Report on CUI Protection   https://media.defense.gov/2024/Mar/11/2003410405/-1/-1/1/DODIG-2024-031_REVISED%20SECURE.PDF
DAU Mission Assistance 
www.dau.edu/mission-assistance


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