Compliance Frameworks We Support
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We help you meet—and exceed—industry standards like HIPAA, NIST, PCI-DSS, CMMC, SOC 2, and ISO 27001.
Why Compliance Frameworks Matter
Clarity, Confidence, and Contract Readiness
‘Each compliance framework is designed to protect specific types of data—whether it’s patient information, payment details, or sensitive federal files. At CTS, we help you identify which frameworks apply to your business and implement the policies, controls, and infrastructure needed to pass audits, earn trust, and secure contracts.’
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HIPAA (Healthcare)
What it is:
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was enacted in 1996 to protect the privacy and security of individuals’ medical records and other health information. With the rise of digital recordkeeping and data exchange, HIPAA established national standards to safeguard electronic Protected Health Information (ePHI). It’s a cornerstone of healthcare IT compliance in the U.S., requiring strict controls over how patient data is stored, accessed, transmitted, and audited.
Why it matters:
Non-compliance with HIPAA can lead to major fines, lawsuits, and public distrust. For healthcare providers and their partners, it’s not just a legal obligation—it’s essential to maintaining patient confidence and the integrity of your operations.
What we do:
ePHI security and encrypted communication setup
HIPAA risk assessments and policy documentation
Secure file sharing and cloud backup systems
NIST 800-171 / NIST CSF
What it is:
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) developed Special Publication 800-171 to establish cybersecurity guidelines for protecting CUI in non-federal systems. Released in 2015, NIST 800-171 outlines 14 control families that focus on access control, incident response, configuration management, and more. The NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), introduced in 2014, offers a broader risk-based approach to managing cybersecurity for all sectors.
Why it matters:
Compliance with NIST standards is required for many government contracts, especially those involving defense or sensitive data. Failing to comply can disqualify your organization from working with federal agencies or prime contractors.
What we do:
Align your IT environment with NIST 800-171 or CSF requirements
Create access control policies, logging standards, and security baselines
Conduct gap analyses and develop Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)
CMMC
What it is:
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) was introduced by the DoD in 2020 to unify cybersecurity standards across its supply chain. CMMC builds upon NIST 800-171 but adds third-party certification and five maturity levels (CMMC 2.0 now streamlines this to three). It ensures that contractors have verified capabilities to safeguard sensitive defense data, especially Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Federal Contract Information (FCI).
Why it matters:
CMMC is becoming mandatory for all contractors and subcontractors seeking DoD contracts. Without proper certification, businesses will be unable to bid, even if they previously qualified.
What we do:
Perform readiness assessments and identify maturity gaps
Assist with Level 1–3 compliance implementation
Provide continuous governance support and audit prep services
PCI-DSS
What it is:
The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS) was established in 2006 by major credit card companies (Visa, MasterCard, AmEx, etc.) to prevent payment data breaches and fraud. It outlines 12 key security requirements covering firewalls, encryption, access controls, monitoring, and more. Compliance is required for any merchant or service provider that handles cardholder data, regardless of business size.
Why it matters:
A single credit card breach can lead to financial losses, customer distrust, and legal action. PCI compliance reduces risk exposure and builds trust with customers by protecting sensitive payment data.
What we do:
Segment networks to isolate payment systems
Implement secure payment gateways and tokenization
Enforce firewall rules, access controls, and vulnerability scanning
SOC 2
What it is:
The System and Organization Controls (SOC) 2 is a voluntary compliance framework developed by the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA). It evaluates a company’s systems based on Trust Service Criteria: security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy. First introduced in 2011, SOC 2 audits validate whether a company properly safeguards customer data and maintains reliable service operations.
Why it matters:
SOC 2 compliance is often a requirement for working with larger enterprises or in regulated industries. It demonstrates that your company takes security and operational integrity seriously—essential in today’s cloud-first environment.
What we do:
Implement audit-grade logging and alert systems
Design controls aligned with SOC 2 trust principles
Assist with documentation for auditor readiness
ISO 27001
What it is:
The International Security Standard (ISO/IEC 27001) is a globally recognized standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS), first published in 2005 and revised in 2013 and 2022. It provides a structured framework for identifying risks, establishing security policies, and ensuring continuous improvement. ISO 27001 is often adopted by multinational organizations to meet regulatory, contractual, or internal governance requirements.
Why it matters:
Achieving ISO 27001 certification shows clients and stakeholders that your organization manages information securely, systematically, and internationally. It strengthens your security posture and competitive position in global markets.
What we do:
Build and maintain your ISMS from the ground up
Conduct risk assessments and define treatment plans
Establish training programs and continuous improvement cycles
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