DoD Expands DIB Cybersecurity Program to Protect Defense Industry
The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has published a finalized rule, effective April 11, 2024, significantly expanding access to the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Cybersecurity (CS) Program. This expansion aims to bolster cyber security within the defense industry and protect sensitive information. Historically, the DIB CS Program was limited to cleared defense contractors with active facility security clearances and a DoD-approved medium assurance certificate. However, the new rule broadens eligibility to include all defense contractors subject to DoD's mandatory cybersecurity incident reporting requirement, potentially adding nearly 68,000 more contractors. The updated rule also modifies the certificate requirement, replacing it with registration through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment. This change simplifies the participation process for defense contractors. Additionally, the new rule allows all contractors handling unclassified information systems processing, storing, or transmitting covered defense information to benefit from the program's information sharing about emergent cyber threats. The expanded DIB CS Program offers a wealth of benefits, including access to technical exchange meetings, a collaborative web platform, and information shared through the DoD's Cyber Crime Center. Defense contractors and those aspiring to become such are encouraged to participate to reduce cybersecurity risks and enhance knowledge of potential threats, mitigation strategies, and industry best practices. The DoD, as the governing authority, is responsible for these changes, which aim to fortify the defense industry's cybersecurity posture.
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