NIST SP 800-171 Compliance Consulting
Protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Across DoD Contractor Networks
If your organization processes, stores, or transmits Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) for the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), you are required to comply with the cybersecurity requirements outlined in NIST SP 800-171. These standards are the foundation of both DFARS 252.204-7012 and CMMC 2.0.
At FedComply Group LLC, we specialize in helping defense contractors and subcontractors implement NIST 800-171 controls, document compliance, and maintain a strong cybersecurity posture aligned with federal expectations.
What Is NIST SP 800-171?
Developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Special Publication 800-171 defines 110 security requirements across 14 control families. These guidelines are designed to ensure adequate protection of CUI in non-federal systems.
The 14 control families include:
Access Control
Audit and Accountability
Awareness and Training
Configuration Management
Identification and Authentication
Incident Response
Maintenance
Media Protection
Personnel Security
Physical Protection
Risk Assessment
Security Assessment
System and Communications Protection
System and Information Integrity
Implementing these controls is essential to meeting DoD cybersecurity requirements and passing future CMMC assessments.
Our NIST 800-171 Compliance Services
We offer end-to-end support to guide you through the entire implementation process, whether you’re starting from scratch or optimizing existing policies.
Gap Analysis
We begin by mapping your current technical and administrative controls against the 110 NIST requirements. You’ll receive a detailed report outlining strengths, weaknesses, and recommended actions.
System Security Plan (SSP)
We help you document your cybersecurity posture in an SSP—one of the most critical pieces of NIST 800-171 compliance. This outlines how your organization meets (or plans to meet) each control.
Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M)
For any controls not fully implemented, we’ll develop a POA&M that clearly defines remediation tasks, responsible personnel, and deadlines.
Policy & Procedure Development
We assist with creating and updating documentation to support your controls—such as access policies, incident response procedures, audit logging, and user training protocols.
SPRS Score Submission Support
We help you calculate and submit your Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) score, which is required by DoD to show your current compliance status.
Why It Matters
NIST 800-171 is the baseline for all federal cybersecurity compliance if you handle CUI. Without documented and enforceable implementation, your business could face:
Disqualification from DoD contracts
Increased audit risk
Exposure under the False Claims Act
Security breaches with reputational damage
Let’s Build a Compliant, Secure Foundation
NIST SP 800-171 is not just a checklist—it’s a framework for building long-term cybersecurity resilience. At FedComply Group, we break it down into actionable steps and walk you through every requirement so you’re never left guessing. Secure your data. Win more contracts. Stay compliant.