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Compliance - Why You Should Partner With Specialists:
Our managed compliance solution "Compliance Officer Assistance Platform (COAP)" can help your business achieve and maintain its data security requirements, help streamline the ongoing compliance processes, and stay up to date with the complex and evolving data protection laws and regulations worldwide.
We can help you:
- Identify security vulnerabilities through automated assessments of your internal and public environments.
- Demonstrate due diligence or due care efforts mandated under the various industry and global standards with on-demand reporting and activity logs.
- Provide the required documentation and records needed to complete and pass a compliance audit within a single, easy-to-use portal.
- Help you fulfill the ongoing security and risk management tools and strategies needed to maintain a compliance environment as part of normal operations.
- Identify security vulnerabilities through automated assessments of your internal and public environments.
- Demonstrate due diligence or due care efforts mandated under the various industry and global standards with on-demand reporting and activity logs.
- Provide the required documentation and records needed to complete and pass a compliance audit within a single, easy-to-use portal.
- Help you fulfill the ongoing security and risk management tools and strategies needed to maintain a compliance environment as part of normal operations.
HIPAA
Breaches of Protected Health Information (PHI) are a top concern for healthcare organizations throughout the United States. OTS's team works with healthcare companies to implement appropriate security controls and maintain HIPAA cybersecurity compliance. Our support and guidance alleviates time for your internal professionals to focus on core objectives. Whether you run an entire compliance division, or are handling HIPAA oversight yourself, OTS's unique methodology brings the right level of guidance and hands-on support our with custom suite of services.
We believe most organizations should not have to pay for extra for compliance dashboards and task management tools with false promises of making the process easy. Rather, they should invest in the support of experienced strategic and technical practitioners who are well adept in what simplifies the HIPAA cybersecurity process and truly understand how to protect PHI.
From risk assessment and gap analysis, to improving your annual review process, OTS will happily collaborate with your in-house professionals and become a seamless addition to your capabilities.
Concerns Associated With HIPAA Compliance
- HIPAA violations attract hefty penalties.
- Adequate training for handling PHI and dealing with malicious security attacks is critical.
- It is imperative to have a Security Incident Response Plan (SIRP) in place to deal with a security event.
- Professional assistance is required to handle the complexity of audits and to maintain the right documentation.
- HIPAA violations attract hefty penalties.
- Adequate training for handling PHI and dealing with malicious security attacks is critical.
- It is imperative to have a Security Incident Response Plan (SIRP) in place to deal with a security event.
- Professional assistance is required to handle the complexity of audits and to maintain the right documentation.
GDPR
Armed with proprietary techniques and industry proven practices, our team will help you achieve and maintain your General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requirements. Regardless of your technology environment, our team develops repeatable and cost effective GDPR compliance solutions. We have a proven history of assisting mid-market and emerging companies across a wide range of requirements.
OTS's experienced GDPR compliance consulting and services practitioners also have expertise in both technology and compliance domains. We pride ourselves on our ability to create clarity by tremendously simplifying the compliance process for our clients.
From GDPR cybersecurity gap assessments to systemizing your annual maintenance and review process, OTS provides the ideal solutions tailored to your company's environment.
Concerns Associated With GDPR Compliance
- Businesses need to be prepared to adapt, test, maintain and demonstrate compliance with evolving GDPR requirements.
- Non-compliant businesses are liable to pay hefty penalties and can also be temporarily or definitively banned.
- Ambiguous terms and lack of clarity render GDPR compliance difficult to handle without professional assistance.
- Businesses need to be prepared to adapt, test, maintain and demonstrate compliance with evolving GDPR requirements.
- Non-compliant businesses are liable to pay hefty penalties and can also be temporarily or definitively banned.
- Ambiguous terms and lack of clarity render GDPR compliance difficult to handle without professional assistance.
NCUA
Through leveraging industry proven best practices, proprietary techniques, and retired banking professionals, OTS will help your credit union achieve and maintain National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) cybersecurity compliance requirements. Regardless of your credit union's size or technology environment, we can develop effective and repeatable NCUA compliance solutions for you. We have a strong history of credit unions cybersecurity, banks, and cybersecurity of other financial services organizations.
Our experienced NCUA risk assessment professionals become a seamless extension of your organization, bringing expertise in both technology and compliance. We pride ourselves on our ability to develop tremendous clarity, simplify the compliance process, and save our clients time and budget with our NCUA Cybersecurity Services.
From NCUA gap assessments to credit union penetration testing, OTS can provide the perfect Credit Union Cybersecurity Assessment specifically tailored to meet the needs of your organization.
NIST CSF
The NIST CSF Framework is the ideal foundation of a proactive cybersecurity program for organizations across many industries. Rather than using an ad-hoc approach to cybersecurity, setting NIST CSF standards as the program's basis makes governance and compliance much simpler. OTS will help choose and implement the appropriate controls, create a roadmap, and mature your security measures to achieve NIST alignment.
Our team of industry experts develops and matures strong cybersecurity programs aligned to NIST CSF, creating a risk management foundation which allow organizations to grow with clarity and peace of mind.
From consulting on individual controls to aligning entire organizations, OTS's Expertise-Driven Cybersecurity approach tailors NIST risk assessments and solutions to NIST focused companies.
Rather than selling tools and products, our distinct approach makes the most out of the technologies you already have. If tools and products really are necessary to achieve business objectives, we'll provide a comparative analysis and product recommendations so you can make informed decisions. This expertise-focused approach saves clients significant time and money, both of which can be refocused on business operations and growth.
OTS can help you break through the cybersecurity growth barriers with our proven NIST CSF assessments and solutions specifically tailored to mid-market and emerging enterprises.
Concerns Associated With NIST Compliance
- Most businesses do not possess in-house expertise to safely adhere to NIST CSF requirements.
- Businesses need to understand their unique cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities to properly design, implement and manage their security programs and best practices.
- Most businesses do not possess in-house expertise to safely adhere to NIST CSF requirements.
- Businesses need to understand their unique cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities to properly design, implement and manage their security programs and best practices.
CMMC
OTS helps companies understand and prepare for their CMMC audit through a partnership approach and modern technology.
OTS brings not only technical experts and compliance professionals, but deep experience in working with the Department of Defense. Armed with industry best practices and proprietary resources, our team will help you achieve and maintain your Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements. Regardless of your CMMC requirement level, our team works to develop a repeatable and cost-effective cybersecurity program to leverage for years to come. Whether you are handling compliance duties yourself or run an entire division, OTS's unique methodology decreases the complexity commonly associated with cybersecurity compliance and accelerates your progress toward business objectives.
If you are seeking to become compliant, don't bother with monotonous compliance dashboards and the tools with false promises of making your company compliant. From our team's years of experience, we have observed that only truly experienced practitioners can simplify the compliance process. Our knowledgeable team can help you achieve CMMC cybersecurity compliance while creating clarity and reducing expenses.
From risk assessments and pre-audit preparation to representation through your CMMC compliance audit and systemizing your annual maintenance process, OTS provides effective solutions tailored to your company's required CMMC level.
Even though OTS is not a CMMC auditor, there are many auditors available in the marketplace. Our professionals handle the meticulous strategic and tactical efforts, getting your company prepared to have a formal CMMC audit. When you are ready for the 3rd party audit, we can serve as your expert representation through the audit process. Our commitment is to advance your CMMC compliance initiatives by leveraging our industry proven techniques and expert resources.
CMMC Deliverables
- System Security Plan (SSP).
- Comprehensive security plan.
- Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M).
- Missing controls and remediation timeline.
- CMMC sample scoring.
Concerns Associated With CMMC Compliance
- All businesses working for the DoD along any point of the supply chain are required to comply.
- Minimum certification requirements demonstrating alignment with NIST SP 800-171 standards went into effect on November 30th, 2020.
- Each tier of the certification is a prerequisite for the following tier to pass.
- CMMC compliance will be required by ALL contractors of the DoD by 2026.
- Failure to comply with the required Systems Security Plan (SSP) and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) could result in penalties of Triple Damages, via the Falst Claims Act, where the amount is 3x the amount received and possibly banned from future contracts.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- What is CMMC?
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a unifying standard for the implementation of cybersecurity across the Defense Industrial Base (DIB).
- When did CMMC go in effect?
The standard was released by the US Department of Defense (DoD) and became effective November 30, 2020.
- What does CMMC do?
CMMC aims to standardize and improve cybersecurity practices within the Defense Department and Defense Industrial Base (DIB) ecosystem. It ensures that DIB companies implement appropriate cybersecurity practices and processes to protect Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) within their unclassified networks.
- Who does CMMC apply to?
CMMC applies to DIB contractors who’s unclassified networks possess, store, or transmit CUI as well as DIB contractors who’s unclassified networks possess Federal Contract Information (FCI). Entities that solely produce Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) products do not require a CMMC certification.
- What are the CMMC Levels?
There are 3 CMMC Levels; each with associated controls and processes. CMMC Level 3 Certification is the highest (expert or advanced cyber hygiene); while Level 1 indicates "foundational or basic cyber hygiene." CMMC Level 2 is great benchmark to target as it indicates “advanced or good cyber hygiene” and demonstrates full compliance with NIST SP 800-171. The DoD will specify the required CMMC level in Requests for Information (RFIs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
- Who can provide CMMC assessments?
Authorized and accredited CMMC Third Party Assessment Organizations (C3PAOs) will conduct assessments and issue CMMC certificates to Defense Industrial Base (DIB) companies at the appropriate level. OTS will assist with getting you ready for the assessment – we provide gap assessment and remediation support.
- System Security Plan (SSP). - Comprehensive security plan.
- Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M). - Missing controls and remediation timeline.
- CMMC sample scoring.
- All businesses working for the DoD along any point of the supply chain are required to comply.
- Minimum certification requirements demonstrating alignment with NIST SP 800-171 standards went into effect on November 30th, 2020.
- Each tier of the certification is a prerequisite for the following tier to pass.
- CMMC compliance will be required by ALL contractors of the DoD by 2026.
- Failure to comply with the required Systems Security Plan (SSP) and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) could result in penalties of Triple Damages, via the Falst Claims Act, where the amount is 3x the amount received and possibly banned from future contracts.
- What is CMMC? Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a unifying standard for the implementation of cybersecurity across the Defense Industrial Base (DIB).
- When did CMMC go in effect? The standard was released by the US Department of Defense (DoD) and became effective November 30, 2020.
- What does CMMC do? CMMC aims to standardize and improve cybersecurity practices within the Defense Department and Defense Industrial Base (DIB) ecosystem. It ensures that DIB companies implement appropriate cybersecurity practices and processes to protect Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) within their unclassified networks.
- Who does CMMC apply to? CMMC applies to DIB contractors who’s unclassified networks possess, store, or transmit CUI as well as DIB contractors who’s unclassified networks possess Federal Contract Information (FCI). Entities that solely produce Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) products do not require a CMMC certification.
- What are the CMMC Levels? There are 3 CMMC Levels; each with associated controls and processes. CMMC Level 3 Certification is the highest (expert or advanced cyber hygiene); while Level 1 indicates "foundational or basic cyber hygiene." CMMC Level 2 is great benchmark to target as it indicates “advanced or good cyber hygiene” and demonstrates full compliance with NIST SP 800-171. The DoD will specify the required CMMC level in Requests for Information (RFIs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
- Who can provide CMMC assessments? Authorized and accredited CMMC Third Party Assessment Organizations (C3PAOs) will conduct assessments and issue CMMC certificates to Defense Industrial Base (DIB) companies at the appropriate level. OTS will assist with getting you ready for the assessment – we provide gap assessment and remediation support.
NIST 800-171 / DFARS
If your organization is looking to strengthen its cyber defenses or implement a security program for the first time, the NIST SP 800-171 framework could be the perfect fit. Many companies are still using an ad-hoc approach to cybersecurity and neglecting the importance of setting an industry standard at the foundation. OTS can help you choose the appropriate controls, analyze deficiencies, create a roadmap, and implement proactive security measures to achieve NIST SP 800-171 alignment.
OTS builds and matures proactive cybersecurity programs aligned to NIST SP 800-171, to develop a long-term cyber risk management foundations that allow organizations to operate with clarity and peace of mind.
From complete framework alignment services to individual control support such as penetration testing and governance documentation development, the OTS Expertise-Driven Cybersecurity methodology provides customized services to companies looking to align with the NIST SP 800-171 risk assessment framework.
We employ a distinct approach that leverages the technologies you already have, only making recommendations for further investment when required to achieve business objectives. With this approach, clients save time, costs, and confusion, while freeing resources to work on other critical business operations.
OTS's NIST cybersecurity audit team can advance your cyber risk management vision with our effective solutions specifically tailored to the size and industry of your company.
Cyber-Insurance
Cyber Insurance is a type of insurance product that is designed to protect businesses against potential damages associated with cybercrimes such as ransomware and malware attacks. It is a customizable solution for businesses to mitigate specific risks associated with cybersecurity breaches and prevent unauthorized access to their sensitive data and networks.
OTS's Cyber-Insurance audit team can help ensure your Cyber-Insurance management vision with our effective solutions specifically tailored to the size and industry of your company.
Concerns Associated With Cyber Insurance Compliance
- Cyber Insurance coverage can be unclear and confusing. It’s hard to understand what is covered and what is not, so you need to be certain you are picking the right coverage.
- The policies are complex and possess certain constraints and limitations that can be difficult for businesses to interpret. It is vital that you have adhered to and fulfilled all policy requirements to ensure that your claims are not denied.
- Cyber Insurance coverage can be unclear and confusing. It’s hard to understand what is covered and what is not, so you need to be certain you are picking the right coverage.
- The policies are complex and possess certain constraints and limitations that can be difficult for businesses to interpret. It is vital that you have adhered to and fulfilled all policy requirements to ensure that your claims are not denied.