4 Security Tools Cleared Defense Contractors Need Вђ“ Azmath May 2026

Regularly identifying and fixing security gaps is mandatory.

Securing access is a core requirement for federal compliance. Tools like Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) or Okta help enforce the , ensuring users only have the minimum access necessary for their roles. 3. Secure Collaboration & Encrypted Communication Regularly identifying and fixing security gaps is mandatory

For further readiness assessments, contractors can use the CMMC Readiness Signal to gauge their current compliance posture. Cleared defense contractors: 10 steps to reduce cyber risk Regularly identifying and fixing security gaps is mandatory