This is a critical project for Blue Stripe Tech, requiring a meticulous approach to security and compliance. Let’s break down the tasks to ensure a successful DoD-compliant implementation.

1. Compliance Laws Required for DoD Contracts:

• Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA):
  • Mandates security controls for federal information systems.
• Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) Clause 252.204-7012:
  • Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber Incident Reporting.  
• National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publications (SPs):
  • NIST SP 800-53 (Security and Privacy Controls for Federal Information Systems and Organizations) is essential.
  • NIST SP 800-171 (Protecting Controlled Unclassified Information in Nonfederal Systems and Organizations).

   
• Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC):
  • A framework to ensure DoD contractors have adequate cybersecurity practices.

   
• Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) (if applicable):
  • If the contract involves handling protected health information (PHI), HIPAA compliance is also required.

2. Policy Framework(s) for This Project:

• NIST SP 800-53:
  • This is the cornerstone for federal information security. It provides a comprehensive catalog of security and privacy controls.
• CMMC:
  • This framework will be used to demonstrate the level of security maturity that Blue Stripe Tech has achieved.
• ISO 27001 (Optional):
  • While not strictly required by the DoD, ISO 27001 can provide a valuable framework for managing information security risks.

3. Controls Placed on Domains in the IT Infrastructure:

• Active Directory (AD):
  • Strong password policies (complexity, length, expiration).
  • Multi-factor authentication (MFA) for administrative accounts.
  • Principle of least privilege (access control).
  • Regular security audits and log monitoring.
  • Group Policy Object (GPO) enforcement of security settings.
• DNS:
  • DNSSEC (Domain Name System Security Extensions) implementation.
  • DNS logging and monitoring.
  • Access control to DNS servers.
• DHCP:
  • DHCP snooping and rogue DHCP server detection.
  • Access control to DHCP servers.
  • Logging of DHCP activity.
• ERP (Oracle):
  • Role-based access control.
  • Data encryption (at rest and in transit).
  • Regular security patching.
  • Audit logging.
• R&D Network:
  • Network segmentation from the production environment.
  • Strict access control.
  • Regular vulnerability scanning.
  • Data sanitization and destruction policies.
• Exchange Server:
  • Email encryption (TLS, S/MIME).
  • Spam and malware filtering.
  • Data loss prevention (DLP) policies.
  • MFA.
• Web Servers (Linux/Apache):
  • Web application firewall (WAF).
  • Regular security patching.
  • Secure Sockets Layer (SSL)/Transport Layer Security (TLS) encryption.
  • Intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS).
• PCs/Laptops:
  • Endpoint protection (antivirus, anti-malware).
  • Full disk encryption.
  • Patch management.
  • Mobile device management (MDM) for laptops.

4. Required Standards for Common Devices:

• Servers:
  • Hardening configurations (CIS benchmarks, STIGs).
  • Regular patching and vulnerability scanning.
  • Log management and monitoring.
• Network Devices (Routers, Switches, Firewalls):
  • Strong password policies.
  • Access control lists (ACLs).
  • Intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS).
  • Regular firmware updates.
• Workstations/Laptops:
  • Endpoint protection (antivirus, anti-malware).
  • Full disk encryption.
  • Patch management.
  • Regular security awareness training.
• Mobile Devices (if applicable):
  • Mobile Device Management(MDM) software.
  • Data encryption.
  • Remote wipe capabilities.
  • Strong password policies.

5. DoD-Compliant Policies:

• Access Control Policy:
  • Defines user access management, including password policies, MFA, and least privilege.
• Incident Response Policy:
  • Outlines procedures for detecting, reporting, and responding to security incidents.
• Data Protection Policy:
  • Covers data encryption, backup, and recovery.
• Configuration Management Policy:
  • Establishes standards for configuring and maintaining IT systems.
• Vulnerability Management Policy:
  • Defines procedures for identifying and remediating vulnerabilities.
• Security Awareness and Training Policy:
  • Mandates regular security training for all employees.
• Contingency Planning Policy:
  • Describes disaster recovery and business continuity procedures.
• Acceptable Use Policy:
  • Defines acceptable uses of IT resources.

6. Policies, Standards, and Controls for DoD Compliance:

• Implementation of NIST SP 800-53 controls.
• Achievement of CMMC level appropriate for the contract.
• Compliance with DFARS 252.204-7012.
• Regular security assessments and audits.
• Continuous monitoring of security logs and events.
• Establishment of a security operations center (SOC) if needed.

7. High-Level Deployment Plan:

1. Gap Analysis:
   • Identify gaps between current security posture and DoD requirements.
2. Policy and Standards Development:
   • Develop and document required policies and standards.
3. Control Implementation:
   • Implement technical controls (e.g., MFA, encryption, IDS/IPS).
   • Configure systems according to hardening guidelines.
4. Security Awareness Training:
   • Provide security awareness training to all employees.
5. Testing and Validation:
   • Conduct vulnerability scans and penetration tests.
   • Perform security audits.
6. Documentation and Accreditation:
   • Document all security controls and procedures.
   • Prepare for CMMC assessment and DoD audits.
7. Continuous Monitoring:
   • Implement continuous monitoring of security logs and events.
   • Establish a process for regular security updates and patching.
   • Regularly review and update security policies.