Adrian Johnson
TLDR:
- The Pentagon is working on a shared virtual cloud-based workspace for small contractors to boost cybersecurity
- A new strategy aims to increase security and strengthen relationships across the defense industrial base
In the article “The Pentagon wants to help boost cybersecurity for small contractors,” the focus is on the Defense Department’s efforts to enhance cybersecurity for small contractors. The Pentagon plans to create a cloud-based workspace for contractors to improve their cybersecurity measures. This initiative is part of a larger industrial cybersecurity strategy aimed at centralizing cyber efforts and resources to make defense companies more secure.
The strategy includes the development of a cloud environment for up to 75 small businesses to assess the security of data in a cloud setting. If successful, this pilot program could be scaled for more companies. The goal is to streamline cybersecurity measures for small contractors and provide a secure environment to work in without having to build cybersecurity within their own networks.
The defense industrial base cybersecurity plan focuses on improving data and network security within the defense industry base to combat cyberattacks. The strategy also aims to manage cybersecurity for defense companies, enhance security across the industrial base, ramp up production capabilities, and promote collaboration.
This new approach comes in response to the constant threat of cyberattacks that defense contractors face. The Pentagon’s goal is to better manage and support the cybersecurity efforts of companies that contract with the Defense Department. By providing guidance, assistance, and a cloud-based workspace, the Defense Department hopes to strengthen cybersecurity measures for small contractors and foster a more secure defense industry base.
