🚨 A major change in federal cybersecurity quietly took place. The General Services Administration, which handles government purchasing, has updated its IT security rules to match the Department of Defense’s strict CMMC standards. For federal contractors, simply checking boxes isn’t enough. 🛡️

If you work with Controlled Unclassified Information, strong security is now a must for government contracts. The GSA now expects Zero Trust principles 🔒, including proof of encryption, multi-factor authentication, and ongoing monitoring. This change also carries legal risks ⚖️ if you can't demonstrate real compliance, your company could face lawsuits under the False Claims Act.

📑 The GSA now requires CMMC-level security documentation for contracts with civilian agencies.
⏱️ These compliance requirements apply right away to new contract opportunities and awards.
⚠️ Federal contractors now face greater legal risk if they misrepresent their cybersecurity readiness.
✅ Zero Trust data principles are no longer just a best practice; they're now required as the standard.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/emilsayegh/2026/02/07/a-quiet-policy-shift-just-redefined-entire-federal-cybersecurity-landscape/
#FederalContracting #ZeroTrust #CyberCompliance #GSA #security #privacy #cloud #infosec #cybersecurity

Maryland Man Sentenced for Enabling Foreign Access to U.S. Networks Supporting FAA Programs https://www.technadu.com/maryland-man-with-faa-contractor-laptop-sentenced-for-brokering-access-to-us-firms/615220/

• Foreign operators used his credentials remotely
• FAA-issued PIV authorization obtained through false claims
• ~13 firms affected; ~$1M involved
• 15-month sentence + supervised release

#infosec #cybersecurity #insiderthreat #federalcontracting #identitymisuse #TechNadu