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10/17/2026

CMMC compliance shouldn't become a fire drill every time an annual affirmation is due.

Read the full blog through the link in the comments to learn how continuous compliance can make CMMC annual affirmations more predictable and manageable.

The blog explores:
🛡️ Ongoing Readiness: Why annual affirmations shouldn't become a last-minute compliance effort
🛡️ Current Documentation: How regularly maintaining policies, procedures, and evidence can reduce unnecessary preparation
🛡️ Internal Reviews and Gap Assessments: How routine validation can help identify weaknesses before affirmation time
🛡️ Security and Compliance Alignment: Why cybersecurity operations and compliance activities should work together, not in separate silos

Annual affirmations should reinforce what your organization already knows about its compliance posture, rather than become the moment you discover unresolved gaps.

Make continuous compliance the routine, so annual affirmation becomes confirmation, not investigation.

10/16/2026

Compliance can be more than a requirement. For Kuder, it became an opportunity to strengthen trust, demonstrate progress, and gain a competitive edge.

Download the case study NOW and learn how Kuder partnered with MAD Security to simplify its CMMC journey and turn cybersecurity compliance into a strategic advantage.

With MAD Security as their cybersecurity and compliance partner, Kuder:
✅ Implemented right-sized policy packages tailored to their needs
✅ Closed compliance gaps with support from a Virtual Compliance Manager
✅ Built a strong POA&M to demonstrate measurable progress
✅ Strengthened client trust and their competitive position

By listening first and tailoring our approach to Kuder’s unique needs, MAD Security helped transform complex compliance requirements into a clear, actionable path forward.

Ready to make compliance your competitive advantage?

Partner with MAD Security to take the guesswork out of CMMC compliance and move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and resilience.

10/16/2026

Recent attacks against U.S. water and wastewater utilities show how exposed industrial control systems can turn a cybersecurity weakness into a real-world operational crisis.

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According to the report, utilities across at least seven states experienced attacks involving internet-facing Rockwell Automation controllers. Attackers changed passwords and network settings, interfered with monitoring and control, and in at least one case modified controller programming logic. Reported impacts included flooding and loss of water pressure.

What makes this especially concerning is that attackers don't necessarily need sophisticated zero-day exploits. Internet-exposed devices, weak credentials, insecure remote access, and legitimate engineering tools can provide enough access to manipulate physical processes.

For organizations supporting critical infrastructure, defense, maritime operations, and the Defense Industrial Base, securing operational technology is no longer just an IT issue. It is about operational resilience, safety, and mission continuity.

MAD Security helps organizations strengthen their cybersecurity posture through:
🛡️ 24/7 SOC monitoring and threat detection
🛡️ Vulnerability and risk management
🛡️ Incident response and containment
🛡️ NIST, DFARS, and CMMC compliance expertise

Reach out to MAD Security TODAY and work with a trusted cybersecurity partner that understands the security and compliance demands facing mission-critical organizations.

Hackers exploit exposed industrial controllers to disrupt US water utilities, using weak passwords and remote access to alter operations.

10/15/2026

Strong cybersecurity starts with people who know how to recognize and respond to risk.

Get the full story. Download the case study TODAY.

Discover how Flat River Group partnered with MAD Security to strengthen its workforce through expert-led security training and build a more cyber-aware organization.

With MAD Security as their cybersecurity partner, Flat River Group:
✅ Delivered targeted training designed to drive meaningful security improvements
✅ Empowered employees to play an active role in cybersecurity
✅ Strengthened cyber awareness across the organization

Hear directly from Flat River Group’s Director of IT, Stephan Paul, and see how a strategic approach to security training helped strengthen their overall security posture.

Ready to turn your workforce into a stronger line of cyber defense?

Partner with MAD Security to build a more security-conscious, resilient organization prepared for today’s evolving cyber threats.

10/15/2026

We’re LIVE TODAY. Bring Your MSP + MSSP Questions.

Today, October 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central, MAD Security and Agile Information Services are bringing IT and cybersecurity expertise together for a practical conversation. Register through the link in the comments.

Who manages IT?
Who owns cybersecurity?
What happens when responsibilities overlap?
How can an MSP and MSSP work together without creating confusion for the client?

Those are the questions we’re answering during today’s October Sales Town Hall Webinar.

Adam Starnes, Customer Experience Manager at MAD Security; Jaclyn Jones; and guest speaker Wade Blevins, VP of Sales and Marketing at Agile Information Services, will lead the discussion on building an effective local MSP + MSSP partnership.

Here’s what we are discussing:
🧩 Building an effective local partnership model
📋 Defining IT and cybersecurity responsibilities
🔄 Creating stronger coordination between providers
🏙️ Supporting Huntsville-area organizations
💬 Your questions during our live Q&A

If you want to understand what a collaborative MSP + MSSP relationship looks like in practice, this is the conversation for you.

Local IT. Specialized cybersecurity. One stronger partnership.
Bring your questions and be part of today’s conversation. Register now through the link in the comments.

10/14/2026

NEW BLOG ALERT!

Do you know what your cloud provider actually means when it says it is “FedRAMP 20x certified”?

Read the blog TODAY (link in comments) to learn why a FedRAMP claim is only the starting point when evaluating cloud services that process, store, or transmit Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

For defense contractors, the details matter. You need to understand the specific Cloud Service Offering, the applicable FedRAMP certification class and status, and whether the provider holds an actual FedRAMP certification or is relying on FedRAMP Moderate equivalency.

With FedRAMP 20x introducing new certification terminology, knowing what sits behind a provider’s claim can help your organization make better-informed cloud security and compliance decisions.

In this blog, you will learn:

✔️ What FedRAMP 20x means for defense contractors
✔️ How FedRAMP 20x Class C relates to FedRAMP Moderate
✔️ Why “FedRAMP 20x certified” does not tell you everything
✔️ The difference between FedRAMP certification and FedRAMP Moderate equivalency
✔️ What to verify before allowing a cloud service to handle CUI

A certification label can start the conversation. Verification should be finished. Know what the FedRAMP 20x claim actually covers before trusting a cloud service with CUI.

Learn more about the full blog. Link in the comments.

10/14/2026

Only 24 Hours Until IT and Cybersecurity Meet at the Same Table.

We are going live tomorrow, October 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central. Reserve your spot through the registration link in the comments.

If you already rely on an MSP, you may be asking an important question: Where does specialized cybersecurity fit?

Tomorrow, Adam Starnes, Customer Experience Manager at MAD Security; Jaclyn Jones; and guest speaker Wade Blevins, VP of Sales and Marketing at Agile Information Services, will answer that question during our October Sales Town Hall Webinar.

Both sides of the partnership are coming together for a practical discussion about supporting Huntsville-area organizations.

Tomorrow’s conversation includes:
🤝 The MSP + MSSP partnership model
🧭 IT versus cybersecurity responsibilities
📍 The advantages of local collaboration
🔗 How both providers can support the same client
🎤 Live Q&A with MAD Security and Agile Information Services

This is your opportunity to hear the partnership conversation directly from both perspectives.

Two teams. Two areas of expertise. One goal: better support for the client.

Don’t miss the conversation. Register today through the link in the comments.

10/13/2026

At MAD Security, service doesn’t stop when the uniform comes off.

Our veteran leadership brings a mission-first mindset, deep cybersecurity expertise, and an unwavering commitment to protecting the organizations that support our nation’s defense and critical operations.

From defense contractors and government organizations to the maritime sector, we help our clients strengthen cybersecurity, reduce risk, and build greater resilience against evolving threats.

When you partner with MAD Security, you get more than a cybersecurity provider. You gain a team that understands the mission, does the work, and stands beside you when it matters most.

Protect your organization. Strengthen your mission.

Connect and partner with MAD Security to strengthen your cyber defenses!

10/13/2026

Happy Birthday to the United States Navy!

Today, we celebrate the U.S. Navy’s unwavering dedication to defending our nation’s seas and securing freedom across the globe.

Since 1775, the Navy has stood as a symbol of strength, honor, and resilience; protecting our waters, advancing maritime security, and ensuring global stability.

We proudly recognize the Navy’s mission and its impact on national security.

Just as the Navy defends our seas, we remain committed to defending critical industries from cyber threats in an increasingly digital world.

To all past and present Sailors; thank you for your service, sacrifice, and commitment to excellence.

Your legacy continues to inspire us all!

10/12/2026

IT problem or cybersecurity problem? Know who owns what.

On October 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT, get clarity on how MSP and MSSP responsibilities fit together. Secure your spot through the registration link in the comments.

One of the easiest ways to create gaps is to assume someone else owns the responsibility.

Clear ownership helps prevent missed alerts, delayed responses, and confusion when an issue occurs. Your MSP and MSSP should understand where their responsibilities begin, where they intersect, and how each team supports the other.

Adam Starnes, Customer Experience Manager at MAD Security; Jaclyn Jones; and guest speaker Wade Blevins, VP of Sales and Marketing at Agile Information Services, will lead our October Sales Town Hall Webinar as we unpack the division between IT and cybersecurity.

Get answers to:
🖥️ What responsibilities typically sit with the MSP
🛡️ What responsibilities belong with the MSSP
🤝 Where collaboration is most important
⚡ How clearer roles can improve communication and response

When everyone knows their role, fewer things fall through the cracks.
Get the clarity your team needs. Register today for the Town Hall through the link in the comments.