Why Traditional MSP Security Models May Fall Short in Modern Enterprise

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The way we think about cybersecurity has changed, but too many organizations still treat it like it hasn’t. If you’re working with a managed service provider, it’s easy to assume there’s a clear line between what you’re responsible for and what they own. However, as your environment becomes increasingly hybrid, cloud-native, and interconnected, those lines blur rapidly.

That blur creates a risky gray zone. When something goes wrong, determining who is accountable isn’t always obvious. And when every minute counts during a security incident, ambiguity can turn a manageable issue into a full-blown crisis.

 

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Startups in CMMC: Scaling Compliance Without Enterprise Resources

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For startups in the defense sector, CMMC  is a double-edged sword. On the one hand, working in the DIB is a massive opportunity for most startups. Conversely, the costs and complexity of compliance can overwhelm lean teams with limited resources. This is why startups increasingly turn to CSPs and MSPs to achieve CMMC compliance without the overhead of enterprise-scale investments. Here’s how they’re doing it.

 

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What Managed Service Providers Should Know About CMMC

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With the rise in cyber threats targeting sensitive defense-related information, the need for robust cybersecurity measures has become more pressing than ever. The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) was developed to address these concerns. 

The transition from CMMC 1.0 to CMMC 2.0 has recently brought about significant changes to simplify compliance while maintaining stringent cybersecurity standards. For managed service providers operating within the DIB, understanding and achieving CMMC 2.0 compliance is not just a regulatory requirement but a critical business imperative. 

This article discusses the importance of CMMC 2.0 for MSPs, exploring its role in safeguarding the DIB’s cybersecurity landscape and the benefits and challenges of compliance.

 

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