Resources
Practical guides, checklists, and analysis.
Free resources written for medium and large businesses, defense contractors, and regulated industries — by the people who run the SOC, not the marketing team.
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Lead magnet · CMMC
CMMC 2.0 Readiness Checklist
A 47-point checklist mapping NIST 800-171 controls to common gaps for defense subcontractors, with realistic remediation timelines for Pacific subcontractors.
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Lead magnet · SOC
Managed SOC Pricing Guide for Medium and Large Businesses
A practical breakdown of what 24/7 SOC services cost in 2026 — pricing models, what drives variance, and red flags to watch when comparing providers.
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Article · Buyer's guide
How Much Does a Managed SOC Cost in 2026?
A buyer's guide for medium and large businesses, MSPs, and DoW contractors evaluating SOC providers. What the price ranges actually mean and how to compare apples to apples.
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Article · CMMC
CMMC 2.0 Timeline for Pacific Contractors
The phased CMMC 2.0 timeline through November 2026, and what Hawaii defense subcontractors should be doing right now.
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Article · Pacific MSSP
Why Honolulu Defense Contractors Need a Pacific-Based MSSP
Time zone, US-persons handling, and INDOPACOM-AOR awareness are not optional. The structural reasons Pacific contractors should look local.
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