Achieve NIST 800-171 Compliance in 3 Simple Steps
1. Assessment/SSP/POAM
We perform a detailed assessment of your current network and compare this with the cyber security controls required in NIST SP 800-171. We then prepare an SSP and POAM so that you can provide documented evidence to the DoD or your Prime that you’re on your way towards compliance. This step then serves as the basis for creation of the remediation plan.
2. Remediation
In this step the items called out in the POAM need to be addressed. Depending on the current state of your IT systems, this can be as simple as implementing multi-factor authentication and security awareness training or as complex as refreshing an entire aging infrastructure.
3. Compliance Monitoring & Maintenance
Ongoing advanced cybersecurity monitoring and incident response capabilities are required to remain compliant. If a cyber incident occurs you must notify the DoD through the DIBNet Portal (https://dibnet.dod.mil/portal/intranet/) within 72 hours. You must also constantly assess and maintain the NIST 800-171 controls over time as systems change and fall out of alignment.
Case Studies
How we’ve helped DoD Contractors across the U.S. comply with NIST 800-171
How SysArc Helped FN America Pass the Joint Surveillance Voluntary Assessment Program (JSVAP) with a Score of 110
FN America’s early and consistent collaboration with the compliance experts at SysArc allowed them to secure their CMMC certification through the Joint Surveillance Voluntary Assessment Program (JSVAP), positioning them ahead of their competitors. Fewer than 100 companies worldwide have successfully navigated this process and achieved certification, making FN America a leader in their industry.
” alt=”” />How We Helped Honeycomb’s IT Manager Emerge as a Strategic Leader
SysArc’s partnership with Honeycomb Company of America illustrates the power of expert-led collaboration between a forward thinking IT manager and a well-equipped MSP. With the right support, even lean internal IT teams can achieve full CMMC compliance—on time, on budget, and without compromising daily operations.
DoD Contractor Cyber Security Resources:
Read our publications on NIST 800-171 Compliance
-
Hegseth’s Urgent Directive to Pentagon Leadership Following ProPublica Investigation
In a recent memorandum, U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth issued an urgent directive to Pentagon leadership, calling for heightened measures to protect the Department... Read more →
48 CFR Rule: CMMC Will Be In Contracts As Early As October 2025
The Department of Defense (DoD) officially submitted the final 48 CFR rule to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) for review. This important... Read more →
Client Success Story: GovCon Focused IT & CMMC Compliance for 2 Circle Inc.
The Problem 2 Circle Inc., a growing government contractor, had an ambitious roadmap for scaling its business and expanding its presence in the defense and... Read more →
Client Case Study: CMMC Compliance for Honeycomb Company of America, Inc.
Partnering with SysArc to Achieve Full CMMC Compliance The Problem Honeycomb Company of America, Inc., a supplier to the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), faced... Read more →
Driving Efficiency: How SysArc is Helping Companies Achieve CMMC Compliance
SysArc, a leading provider of cybersecurity and compliance solutions for the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), has proudly announced that four of its clients—Mantech, FN America,... Read more →
How SysArc Helped FN America Pass the Joint Surveillance Voluntary Assessment Program (JSVAP) with a Score of 110
Safeguarding lives on physical and cyber battlefields. FN America, LLC, is a U.S. subsidiary of FN Herstal, S.A., a global leader in developing and manufacturing... Read more →