DFARS Core Requirements

DFARS Case 2019-D041

This interim rule integrates the DoW Assessment Methodology and the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework into the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) to assess contractor implementation of cybersecurity requirements.

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DFARS Core Requirements

DFARS Clause 252.204-7012

Mandates that contractors implement NIST SP 800-171 security requirements to safeguard Covered Defense Information (CDI) and report cyber incidents to the Department of War (DoW).

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DFARS Core Requirements

DFARS Provision 252.204-7019

Requires contractors to have a current NIST SP 800-171 DoW Assessment on record in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) to be considered for contract awards.

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DFARS Core Requirements

DFARS Clause 252.204-7020

Obligates contractors to provide the government access to their facilities, systems, and personnel for the purpose of conducting or renewing higher-level NIST SP 800-171 DoW Assessments.

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DFARS Core Requirements

DFARS Clause 252.204-7021

Establishes the requirement for contractors to achieve a specified CMMC level at the time of contract award and maintain that level throughout the contracts duration.

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NIST Guidelines

NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2

Outlines the security requirements for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in nonfederal systems and organizations.

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NIST Guidelines

NIST SP 800-172

Provides a set of enhanced security requirements for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of CUI in nonfederal systems and organizations from advanced persistent threats.

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Programs & Systems

DoW CUI Program

Details the Department of Wars policies and procedures for managing Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

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Programs & Systems

Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS)

Serves as the authoritative source for supplier and product performance information assessments for the DoW acquisition community.

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Certification & Compliance

CMMC Accreditation Body Website

Provides information on the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Accreditation Body, including a marketplace of authorized CMMC Third Party Assessment Organizations (C3PAOs).

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DoW Instructions

DoW Instruction 5200.48

Establishes policy, assigns responsibilities, and prescribes procedures for CUI throughout the DoW in accordance with Executive Order 13556.

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DoW Instructions

DoW Instruction 5000.90

Prescribes procedures for the management of cybersecurity risk by program decision authorities and program managers in the DoW acquisition processes.

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Certification & Compliance

Executive Order on Cybersecurity

Outlines measures to enhance the nations cybersecurity, including protecting federal networks, improving information-sharing on cyber issues, and strengthening the ability to respond to incidents.

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