Government contractors and subcontractors face a pivotal year when it comes to cybersecurity. In late 2024, the Department of Defense’s (DoD) Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program went into effect, creating a chain reaction across various industries reliant on government contracts as part of the defense industrial base (DIB) supply chain. The CMMC program, which aims to safeguard federal contract information (FCI) and controlled unclassified information (CUI) within the DoD contracting community, will require contractors of all sizes to adopt more robust security protocols and adhere to specific guidelines. Since the construction industry plays a vital role in building, updating and maintaining the DoD’s infrastructure, bases and facilities, they must be prepared to comply with CMMC to continue participating in DoD contracts.
