Understanding and achieving CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) is vital for businesses working with the Department of Defense, and it's not as simple as saying, "Trust me, we're secure." In this episode, John Riley sits down with the passionate and insightful Valerie Cobb, a CMMC expert with Omnistruct, to dissect the complexities and necessities of CMMC. Valerie doesn't hold back, addressing common misconceptions like "we're too small" or "Congress will change it," with a direct, no-nonsense approach that matches her zeal for protecting critical data. Together, they dive into why CMMC is crucial now more than ever, contrasting it with the limitations of FedRAMP and highlighting the shift from self-attestation to third-party and DOD audits. Valerie emphasizes that compliance is not just a cost, but an opportunity for businesses to stand out, encouraging proactive steps towards certification and leveraging it as a strategic advantage in securing government contracts. If you're looking to understand CMMC and how it can transform your business's security posture and growth potential, this episode is a must-listen!

The Trump administration’s deregulation effort is causing underlying risks for the cybersecurity space. With compliance rules getting blurry across states, how can you protect your data from hackers and keep them private? John Riley and Valerie Cobb discuss how businesses can deal with data breaches, information processing, and confidential data management as deregulation is being rolled out. They also emphasize why compliance should be seen not just as a goal to be accomplished but as a never-ending journey of keeping up with the rapid pace of technology.

In today’s digital landscape, organizations need to build a secure foundation to protect their data. Yasir Ali is the Founder and CEO of PolymerHQ DLP, a company that offers a unique approach to data loss prevention designed for SaaS applications. He brings valuable insights about protecting your organization’s data and his approach to data loss prevention. He also shares emerging trends impacting the future. Yasir also draws the curtain to show how PolymerHQ DLP started. Join us in this conversation about protecting your organization’s data.