We were intrigued by a comment we recently received from Brian Ruthrauff on our password policy blog with regard to storing CUI system credentials in
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Streamline your POAM with Standardized Templates The Totem cybersecurity blog recently introduced Plans of Action and Milestones (POAMs), which
What Does the Term “Basic” Mean in Relation to DoD Contractor Cybersecurity
We've noticed some confusion from our clients stemming from the various ways the DoD uses the term "Basic" in conjunction with its supply chain
NIST 800-171 Assessment Checklist
How to proceed as a DoD Contractor if we must satisfy NIST 800-171 cybersecurity requirements? If you’ve determined that your organization is
The Biggest Cybersecurity Weakness for Small Businesses
Discovering Cyber Attacks We’ve performed multiple cybersecurity assessments over the past two years, across two
NIST 800-171 Cybersecurity Requirements: There’s a New Cyber Sheriff in Town
Is your small business a hacker's dream? While you may think you’re too small to catch the attention of hackers, the statistics tell a different
Cyber Defense: a Proactive Cybersecurity Approach
Proacte vs. Reactive Cybersecurity The Totem approach to cyber defense is based on a philosophy of empowerment instead of fear. We view the
Separation of Duties for Small Business
Why is Separation of Duties difficult to implement for small businesses? During a webinar I gave, in partnership with the Veterans In Business