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After just 6 months, over 1500 individuals have already taken my #LinkedInLearning course on "Translating Cybersecurity for SMBs - Using the NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0"! If you're looking for a beginner's course on delving into the #NIST #CybersecurityFramework, make sure to check it out! Link to the course: https://lnkd.in/eNPPXcvv #NISTCSF #CSF #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth

Did you see? The #DoD #CIO provided a 21 slide overview of the #CMMC Final rule as defined in 32 CRF Part 170 and the intent of 48 CFR. The overview is available at: https://lnkd.in/e7Y_9SVM The overview provides an explanation on the three levels of CMMC and when each level is used. It also clarifies where a self-assessment is appropriate and when a CMMC Third Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO) is required. And since it was created by the DoD, there are three pages of acronyms and their definitions. 😊 Still have questions about CMMC? Feel free to reach out at Info@OpticCyber.com or DM me!

Have you heard that the 32 CFR final rule was released today?? Check out our latest video with Kelly Hood providing an overview of the 32 CFR and what it means for the #CMMC program now that it's final! 👇 https://lnkd.in/edHyRmPE At #OpticCyber we're working with companies to make sure they are protecting their #CUI and prepared for certification! As a Registered Practitioner Organization (#RPO) we can help you to simplify and streamline your CMMC journey so you don't fall into the common pitfalls. Reach out for more information today!

The #CMMC Program is here! The final 32 CFR rule that defines the CMMC Program will be released on Oct 15, 2024. The unpublished rule is currently available on the Federal Register. It will become effective 60 days after it is published on Dec 14, 2025 just in time for the holidays. With the release of the final rule, many of us will be spending the weekend reviewing the 470 page document to see what changed and stayed the same. On initial look, the core of the program remains the same. There are still 3 levels and SP 800-171r2 is the base for CMMC Level 2. One significant change, on first read, is regarding External Service Providers (ESP) that do not process, store, or transmit CUI. If the ESP only has Security Protection Data (SPD) they are no longer required to have their own CMMC Assessment. However, they will be included in each assessment for the Organizations Seeking Assessment (OSA) they support. The rule does allow ESPs to voluntarily get assessed if they choose to limit their impact when each of their OSAs they support are assessed. Many more pages to read! What jumped out at you as you began reading it? I'm glad to see the core components remain the same, the organizations we have assisted in preparing for CMMC are well ahead of the game and the work they put in will be validated. If you need help preparing for an CMMC assessment, send me a DM. Optic Cyber Solutions is here to help.

Securing your business, keeping you in control. At #OpticCyber we understand that cybersecurity should be a business enabler, not a roadblock. Our mission? To weave resilience into the fabric of your cybersecurity practices, enabling your business to thrive in an ever-evolving digital world. Here’s how Optic elevates your cybersecurity game: ◾Implementing the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (#CSF) 2.0 ◾Navigating the path to Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (#CMMC) ◾Tailoring your security to meet #FISMA & #FedRAMP requirements Our team isn’t just about assessments; we're your strategic partner in cybersecurity. We work to uncover the hidden gaps in your security posture, crafting risk-informed strategies that turn cybersecurity threats into opportunities for robust protection. Ready to transform your cybersecurity challenges into opportunities for growth? Reach out to Info@OpticCyber.com to explore how we can elevate your cybersecurity practices together! Check out our website for more information here! https://lnkd.in/dK5cQNZf

I had a wonderful time at InfoSec World 2024 last week. It was great to be able to catch up with old friends and meet so many dedicated cybersecurity professionals. I'm already looking forward to next year. Special shout out to the 35+ people that spent Saturday with us discussing the Cybersecurity Framework v2.0 and how to use it in your organization. Lots of great ideas and experiences shared by all. I hope to have an opportunity to do it again soon. #CSF #InfoSec2024

Excited to officially kick off InfoSec World today with the main conference! This weekend Tom Conkle and I got to facilitate a pre-conference workshop digging into the #NIST #CybersecurityFramework 2.0. We were lucky to have around 40 industry leaders and practitioners join us before the conference even started… on a Saturday… at Disney World! (Like I said, very lucky!) It was so encouraging to chat with so many people working to improve the cybersecurity at their company and willing to share both their successes and their challenges. So get ready to start hearing about what we learned in the coming weeks! If you weren’t able to spend your Saturday with us but are here at the conference, come join us at 3:45pm today for our session Navigating the NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0! Who’s here at the conference?? #CSF #OpticCyber #InfoSecWorld

New Workshop: Deep Dive into the NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 🚀 Gain the latest strategies to integrate the CSF into your operations with expert speakers, Tom Conkle, Cybersecurity Engineer and Kelly Hood, EVP & Cybersecurity Engineer of Optic Cyber Solutions. Boost your organization’s cybersecurity posture at #InfoSecWorld2024—claim your seat today! https://bit.ly/4e4qkCs #RiskManagement #CyberResilience #InfoSecWorld #CRAEvents

September Chapter Meeting centers around NIST CSF 2.0: Updates, Impacts, and Practical Applications, presented by Kelly Hood, CISSP, and Tom Conkle, CISSP. Be sure to join us for free CPE credit and to enhance your knowledge in this valuable framework. #compliance #informationsecurity #isc2wichita #grc

Join us - today - for this session on the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0! Discover the updates released earlier this year, understand their impacts, and learn how to effectively adapt the Framework to your organization. Kelly Hood and I will explore the Functions highlighting their significance in managing cybersecurity risks. The session will also emphasize how these Functions interrelate to create a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy, with the new "Govern" Function acting as a crucial driver for holistic improvements and accountability. The meetings are open to everyone so be sure to join us! 👇 https://lnkd.in/eGAKVfaU #NISTCSF #CyberRisk #WichitaISC2 #OpticCyber