Navigating Cybersecurity Requirements in Government Contracts w/Brian Hubbard and Shel Phillips

(Season Two Episode 1) Bobby sits down with Shel Phillips and Brian Hubbard to discuss an RFP and how to read and break it down. During a CMMC journey, many will come across RFPs, and it is critical to know and understand how to read and review them properly.They emphasize the importance of MSPs/MSSPs and organizations working together to ensure compliance and avoid potential risks. In this conversation, Brian Hubbard and Shel Philips discuss the importance of understanding and complying with cybersecurity requirements in government contracts. They explore topics such as the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) publications. They also touch on the significance of certifications, such as the Medium Level of Assurance (MLOA) certificate, and the consequences of non-compliance, including the False Claims Act. The conversation emphasizes the need for MSPs to be knowledgeable about these requirements and to engage with the cybersecurity community for support and guidance.Website: https://www.axiom.tech/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaJagoDasNG3MqLqw2Af_ZQAxiom's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/axiomtech/Bobby's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyguerra/Kaleigh's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaleigh-floyd-079a52190/