CYBERSECURITY – A CRITICAL BUSINESS STRATEGY

Today’s technology-driven environment, coupled with heavy compliance requirements, makes cyber vulnerabilities inevitable. Don’t wait to discover could have be better protected.

Let Edwards help you identify your cybersecurity risks, develop a security plan, and then institutionalize a cyber risk program. Our cybersecurity assessments, plans, and other tailored solutions fit your budget – keeping you informed and well protected. Our team of cybersecurity experts apply decades of security expertise keeping your organization safe.

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OUR SOLUTIONS

CMMC Services

Edwards is the only fully certified organization in the ecosystem.

APP/ATP: Authored and instructs approved CMMC trainings.

RPO: Prepares OSCs for a formal C3PAO assessments.

C3PAO: Authorized C3PAO able to perform CMMC assessments.

Compliance Assessments

Edwards identifies organizational risks and possible strategies. We create tailored action plans to advance your security, including:

HIPAA CMMC 2.0 CMMI HITRUST ISO 27001 ISO 9001 NIST CSF NIST 800-53 NIST 800-171 GDPR TISAX

Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Scanning

Edwards executes vulnerability and penetration testing identifying security weaknesses in your system and assesses your defenses by simulating attacks.

vCISO Support

Edwards provides vCISO support to offer expert cybersecurity management to companies that don’t need a full-time Chief Information Security Officer.

THE EDWARDS DIFFERENCE

Edwards offers a unique cybersecurity approach, focusing on tailored services that prioritize compliance, governance, audits, and cutting-edge practices like penetration testing. Our commitment involves aligning cybersecurity with business needs, providing executive support for a collaborative journey towards cyber robustness.

CONNECTING THROUGH CONVERSATION

In the realm of cyber risks, one size does not fit all. Our strength lies in our ability to talk with technical staff, while translating complex cyber jargon into meaningful business risk dialogues for key-decision makers. We believe in equipping you with insights that resonate with your business perspective, making data actionable. When Edwards speaks, we ensure it’s in a language that aligns with you and your business goals.

DIVERSITY & SKILLED STAFF

At Edwards, our diverse team, drawn from varied backgrounds, combine technical acumen with an understanding of diverse industry nuances. With over a century of combined experience of implementing varied frameworks and compliance standards Edwards is poised to offer solutions that resonate with your specific needs, making cybersecurity a tailored fit, not a forced one.

SCALABILITY AT ITS CORE

While we excel in cybersecurity, our roots are deeply embedded in program and project management. This means our solutions embody best in class cyber practices with documented processes to maintain security at every stage of your business. With Edwards, you get a partner that works hand-in-hand with you, ensuring each cybersecurity measure we recommend is scalable and repeatable with your growth trajectory.

Penetration Testing

Edwards offers indispensable insight via penetration assessments, helping you understand your organization’s security status. The Edwards Penetration Assessment team mimics the rhythm of real-world cyber threats through well-established campaigns, operations, and tasks, facilitating snapshot (moment in time) assessments.

Edwards’ team of ethical hackers provide external, internal, wireless, and physical penetration tests, as well as social engineering exercises to reveal exploitable vulnerabilities in your system. Our team specializes in devising strategies for risk mitigation while developing prioritized action plans aligned to your risk tolerance.

Vulnerability Scanning

Edwards delivers essential insights through vulnerability scanning, offering a comprehensive view of your system’s security landscape. Our team leverages industry-leading tools and techniques to conduct real-time assessments that identify potential weaknesses.

Zero Day Attacks

A zero-day exploit is a cyberattack that targets vulnerabilities in software, firmware, or hardware before the vendor or antivirus software even knows they exist. In 2022, 62% of security teams faced these unpredictable threats

It took an average of 14 days to fix vulnerabilities—time your business can’t afford to be exposed. Our penetration testing services can uncover these weaknesses before they’re exploited, safeguarding your organization from costly breaches.

Case Studies

Enhancing Cybersecurity Company-Wide By Improving Standard Assessments and Developing a Plan

Edwards partnered with a large hospital system to support compliance requirements. For the first three years of the partnership, Edwards performed a HIPAA-meaningful use assessment. Edwards then mapped the assessment to both the NIST 800-53 and NIST Cybersecurity Framework. The resulting reports have led to the mitigation of risk from third parties.

COMPLIANCE

Organizations often find navigating intricate compliance requirements challenging or time-consuming.

Edwards specializes in compliance standards like HIPAA, CMMC, CMMI, ISO, NIST, GDPR & more: we will identify your unique risks and craft tailored strategies to ensure adherence. Our commitment goes beyond mere compliance. As we scale our strategies with your growth, we bolster your cyber defenses and elevate your security posture to unparalleled heights.

Edwards is not a managed service provider (MSP). We integrate seamlessly working with you and or your MSP to align your organizational objectives.

Our method for ensuring compliance is comprehensive:

We empower your team with a deep understanding of diverse standards. By demystifying these complexities, we ensure that a knowledgeable team is your first line of defense against cyber threats.

Understanding the full scope of your assets is paramount. Without a precise inventory and understanding of their locations, deliberate and effective protection remains elusive.

We provide impartial advice during our readiness phases. This ensures that vulnerabilities are not just identified but effectively addressed. It also positions your organization to navigate the ever-changing regulatory environment with confidence.

Compliance Gaps

Compliance gaps can leave your business exposed to costly risks. Shockingly, 23% of organizations lack a formal compliance training plan, and 40% rate their programs as basic or reactive. Even more concerning, only 70% of companies attempt to measure the effectiveness of their compliance efforts.

No Formal Compliance Training 23%
Rate Their Programs as Basic 40%
Actually Measure Compliance Effectiveness 70%

Our comprehensive compliance services ensure your organization stays ahead of regulatory demands, with proactive strategies that not only address immediate risks but also strengthen long-term resilience.

CMMC Compliance

Essential Training for a Secure and Certified Future

The data below highlights the critical need for CMMC compliance to protect sensitive information and avoid legal and financial repercussions. With over 300,000 contractors requiring certification and hundreds of security controls to implement, non-compliance can result in severe fines and vulnerabilities to cyber threats.

Certification Prep

300,000

Over 300,000 defense contractors are expected to require CMMC certification to maintain contracts with the DoD

Required Security Practices

110

CMMC Level 2 requires contractors to implement 110 security practices, aligning with NIST SP 800-171

Cyber Incidents

2,365

In 2023, over 2,365 cyber incidents were reported across organizations working with the DoD

Projected Growth

150,000

By 2025, it is estimated that over 150,000 companies will need CMMC certification to continue working on federal contracts

Legal Consequences

50,000,000

in 2023, over $50 million in fines were issued to contractors for failing to meet federal cybersecurity requirements

Secure Your Future with CMMC Compliance

Edwards Performance Solutions offers tailored CMMC solutions to help contractors meet the necessary security requirements and avoid costly penalties. Ensure your organization is fully prepared by enrolling in our expert-led training today to achieve compliance and protect your business from cyber threats.

Education, Training, Consulting, & Certification

APP, ATP, RPO, & C3PAO

A solid foundational knowledge is critical to any CMMC certification journey. We’ve trained over 28% of the marketplace, solidifying our stance as the premier choice for CMMC education. Our Cyber AB-approved 5-day CCP and CCA courses are designed to offer an in-depth dive into the CMMC 2.0 standard, grooming participants to excel as CMMC assessors, implementors, and consultants. Guided by elite Provisional Instructors, each with decades of experience, participants gain a holistic understanding of CMMC.

CMMC Success Story

How Harkins Builders Simplified CMMC Certification

Harkins Builders partnered with Edwards Performance Solutions to navigate the complexities of CMMC compliance. Through expert guidance, strategic tools, and collaborative planning, they achieved a streamlined path to certification.

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EDWARDS CYBERSECURITY LEADERSHIP

Our Cybersecurity Team has a combined experience of over 10 decades, expertly managing and implementing security programs across government, commercial, and healthcare sectors, in line with NIST, CIS, HIPAA, and ISO 27001 standards.

Discover Edwards Performance Solutions

Tailored Expertise. Comprehensive Support.

At Edwards, we offer a broad range of solutions in Performance Management, Cybersecurity, Organizational Resilience, and Training & Development. Whether you need comprehensive services or focused support, we tailor our approach to meet your needs. From full-scale assessments to individual services like penetration testing, we help your organization thrive with flexible, customized solutions that fit your goals.