Research Laboratory Compliance
& Security Solutions
Research laboratories face unique cybersecurity challenges, from protecting intellectual property to securing Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). We help organizations meet CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, DFARS, and ITAR requirements without disrupting scientific collaboration.
WHO THIS APPLIES TO
Specialized security frameworks designed to simplify research laboratory compliance for organizations handling Grant-Funded Research and sensitive IP.
RESEARCH ORGANIZATIONS
- Research and development organizations
- Federally Funded Research Centers (FFRDCs)
- Materials Science Laboratories
LABORATORY OPERATIONS
- Defense Research Programs
- Testing & Evaluation Laboratories
- Technology Development Programs
COMMON COMPLIANCE CHALLENGES
Research laboratories must balance collaboration, innovation, and regulatory compliance while protecting sensitive data, intellectual property, and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
OPEN COLLABORATION
Balancing the critical need for data sharing with universities and partners against strict DoW access control restrictions.
LEGACY LAB SYSTEMS
Securing specialized testing instruments and legacy research devices that often cannot run standard security software.
EXPORT CONTROLS
Managing complex restrictions on proprietary research data and foreign national access across multi-sponsor projects.
RESEARCH FUNDING
The risk of losing federal grants and defense contracts due to failure to meet emerging cybersecurity requirements like CMMC.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PROTECTION
Protect pre-patent research, proprietary technology, and trade secrets from cyber threats and unauthorized access.
CUI IDENTIFICATION
Distinguish Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) from Fundamental Research to ensure proper data handling and compliance.
KEY COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS
Compliance is mandatory for federal funding. We ensure your research environment meets the strict security mandates required by government grants and defense contracts:
- CMMC Level 2 (Advanced Cyber Hygiene)
- NIST SP 800-171 (Protecting CUI Data)
- DFARS 252.204-7012 (Cyber Incident Reporting)
- ITAR (Export Controlled Research)
- EAR (Commerce Control List Technology)
- NSPM-33 (Research Security Standards)
HOW WE HELP RESEARCH ORGANIZATIONS
We specialize in end-to-end research laboratory compliance. We help labs classify data, secure scientific instruments, and maintain federal funding eligibility.
CLASSIFY CUI & RESEARCH Data
Identify, classify, and protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) throughout the research lifecycle.
IMPLEMENT CMMC CONTROLS
Deploy NIST SP 800-171 security controls designed for research environments handling sensitive government data.
SECURE COLLABORATION
Secure collaboration between research teams, universities, government agencies, and industry partners while protecting sensitive information.
SECURE LABORATORY SYSTEMS
Protect laboratory equipment, research workstations, and legacy scientific instruments without disrupting operations.
DEVELOP SECURITY POLICIES
Create compliant policies, procedures, and System Security Plans (SSPs) that support CMMC, DFARS, and ITAR requirements.
PREPARE FOR ASSESMENTS
Build audit-ready documentation and strengthen your cybersecurity program for CMMC assessments and federal research requirements.
WHY SPECIALIZATION MATTERS
Generic IT providers often fail at research laboratory compliance because they apply corporate policies that break critical scientific workflows.
- Protect Legacy Laboratory Systems
- Secure Research Data & Intellectual Property
- Navigate CMMC, ITAR & Federal Requirements
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SECURE YOUR RESEARCH &
MEET FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS
Research thrives on collaboration, but sensitive data requires strong protection. We help organizations meet CMMC and NIST requirements while safeguarding research and preserving federal funding opportunities.
