As cyber threats increasingly target the operational technology (OT) environments and digital assets of America’s industrial sector, the defense supply chain faces an inflection point. This session explores the vital intersection of Industrial Cybersecurity and federal compliance—highlighting how Project Spectrum, a DoD-recognized cybersecurity initiative, is enabling small and mid-sized manufacturers to fortify their cyber posture and meet the evolving requirements of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).

Drawing on real-world case studies and frontline engagement with stakeholders across the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), this presentation will demystify the complexities of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling, illustrate key vulnerabilities in OT/IT convergence, and present a roadmap for risk-informed implementation of NIST and CMMC-aligned controls. Attendees will gain actionable insights into threat mitigation, regulatory alignment, and the no-cost tools and advisement services available through ProjectSpectrum.io.

Whether you're a system integrator, plant operator, or compliance lead, this session will deliver a pragmatic, resource-backed strategy for securing industrial innovation and maintaining mission-readiness in an era of persistent cyber aggression.