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In our latest Bourbon & Bytes  episode, Mackenzie Eaglen laid out a reality that too few people in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) are willing to confront: China’s real military investment isn’t just large—it likely eclipses U.S. spending, potentially reaching $1 trillion annually. And a disturbing portion of that advantage comes not from innovation… …but from us . Specifically: from stolen U.S. data, U.S. designs, U.S. R&D, and U.S. intellectual property siphoned out of

Insights from Terry McGraw (CEO, Cape Endeavors) & Clark Rahman (Associate Director, PNG Cyber) Cyber Defense isn’t just about tools and dashboards — it’s about mindset. During a recent EC-Council fireside chat, Army veterans Terry McGraw and Clark Rahman unpacked how military experience directly strengthens today’s Cyber Defense mission. No slides. No buzzword bingo. Just two veterans who’ve operated in both worlds: combat zones and corporate networks. Cyber Defense as a War

In the defense and national-security world, few compliance topics create more confusion—or more unintentional violations—than Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Both involve sensitive information. Both impose strict requirements. Both can burn your organization to the ground if mishandled.

Introduction: The Expanding Perimeter of CMMC  The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) was designed to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) within the Defense Industrial Base. That mission remains critical, but cyber risk has now spread far beyond the Pentagon.  Recent investigations at the General Services Administration (GSA) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) have exposed weaknesses in how civilian agencies safeguard sen

By combining architectural precision with audit-ready documentation, Cape Endeavors helps contractors move from zero to CMMC compliant—protecting revenue, securing sensitive data, and enabling long-term growth across the Defense Industrial Base.

Cape Endeavors Commends House Armed Services Committee for Strengthening CUI Protections in the NDAA

As of September 2025, the Department of Defense (DoD) has finalized the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program through its final rule (32 CFR Part 170), with implementation beginning December 16, 2024. While the DFARS updates continue to be finalized, prime contractors are already preparing for heightened supply chain cybersecurity responsibilities. With a phased rollout expected to extend through approximately late 2027, prime contractors face new obligati

Learn how the final DFARS rule makes CMMC compliance mandatory for defense contractors starting in 2025, with full rollout by 2028.

In a recent episode of the Bourbon & Bytes podcast , the leadership team from Cape Endeavors Incorporated—CEO Terry McGraw, COO Dewayne Alford, and CTO Andy Paul—shared their deep expertise on achieving CMMC compliance. With a track record of guiding 23 companies through the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) process with a perfect score of 110 , their insights are invaluable for organizations navigating the complex landscape of Department of Defense (DoD) cybe

CMMC compliance replaces self-attestation with independent verification—just like post-Three Mile Island reforms. Here’s why that matters now more than ever.

CMMC Compliance – From Advisory to Assessment

Prepare for 2025 CMMC Compliance with this free playbook—covering scoping, assessments, secure enclaves, and NIST 800-171 implementation.

While nation-state espionage represents a significant threat to the Defense Industrial Base, cybercrime presents the most immediate and operationally disruptive risk to your organization's daily operations and long-term viability. The Scale of the Cybercrime Challenge The statistics paint a sobering picture of today's threat landscape. According to Cybersecurity Ventures, cybercrimes occur every 39 seconds—translating to 2,244 incidents per minute and 3.2 million attacks dail

In today’s evolving cybersecurity threat landscape, the Department of Defense (DoD) is taking decisive action to ensure that Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) is protected across the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 framework has become the gold standard for verifying that defense contractors meet rigorous cybersecurity requirements. And with full enforcement expected by Q3 2025, falling short of CMMC compliance

Cape Endeavors partners with Gray Analytics to deliver secure, CMMC-compliant enclaves—enabling defense contractors to protect CUI and achieve compliance.

If your organization handles sensitive information on behalf of the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), there’s a good chance that your eligibility for future contracts hinges on one thing: your ability to meet CMMC requirements. The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is no longer just a theoretical framework. As of December 2024, CMMC 2.0 has entered the rule making phase, and its enforcement is set to ramp up throughout 2025. The rollout of CMMC represents one

As the Department of Defense (DoD) continues to prioritize cybersecurity across the defense industrial base (DIB), CMMC compliance  has become a defining requirement—not just for prime contractors, but for every organization in the supply chain. With thousands of vendors handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework is transforming how defense contractors manage third-party risk. Why CMMC Compliance Is More

At Cape Endeavors, we’ve built our secure enclave  services to be just that—secure, scalable, and compliant—without adding unnecessary complexity. Whether you're pursuing CMMC compliance, handling CUI, or building a resilient cloud environment, our Azure GCC and GCCH secure enclave  offerings provide the foundation you need. Below are answers to some of the most common questions we hear. Who actually owns the enclave—us or you? You do. The customer owns the enclave and all l

Espionage isn’t just targeting the Pentagon. It’s targeting the Defense Industrial Base. Nation-state actors and criminal groups are bypassing hardened federal systems and focusing instead on smaller, more vulnerable defense contractors. These suppliers—many of whom are small and mid-sized businesses—form the digital perimeter of national defense. And that perimeter is under siege. For years, defense contractors have attested to their cybersecurity practices under DFARS claus

Introduction: The Cybersecurity Challenge Cybersecurity is a critical concern for businesses today, but for most, it’s not a central part of their operations. Often viewed as a cost that reduces margins without generating revenue, cybersecurity is treated as a necessary expense rather than a driver of growth. Many companies choose to outsource their cybersecurity needs to IT and service providers to manage this burden. Choosing a provider, however, is not straightforward. How