Securing the Mission Critical Data of the Defense Industrial Base

Forcepoint DSPM + DDR: A Unified Path to CMMC 2.0 Compliance and Defense‑Grade Data Security

Defense contractors face mounting pressure as cyber adversaries intensify attacks on the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) and regulatory requirements become more stringent. The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 framework now sets the bar for safeguarding Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Federal Contract Information (FCI) across increasingly complex hybrid environments.

Modernizing data security is no longer optional—it is a prerequisite for winning and maintaining U.S. defense contracts. In this whitepaper, Forcepoint outlines how integrating Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) with Data Detection and Response (DDR) delivers the real‑time visibility, control, and audit readiness required to protect mission‑critical data and meet CMMC 2.0 standards.

Inside the whitepaper, you’ll learn:

• The evolving threat landscape facing the DIB
  How nation‑state adversaries, insider risks, and data sprawl are driving new security and compliance demands.
• Why DSPM is foundational for CMMC success
  Continuous discovery, AI‑powered classification, access evaluation, and posture analysis across cloud, on‑premises, and SaaS environments.
• How DDR delivers real‑time protection and forensic insight
  Detect suspicious behavior, stop unauthorized data movement, and generate defensible audit trails aligned with CMMC requirements.
• The power of a unified DSPM + DDR strategy
  Close the loop between posture and activity, prioritize alerts with full data context, and maintain continuous compliance.
• Operational and strategic advantages for DIB leadership
  Improved audit readiness, reduced manual burden on IT/security teams, and lower total cost of ownership by consolidating fragmented point tools.