Compliance & Security Services for Regulated Industries

Navigate complex regulatory requirements with confidence across defense, insurance, and public sectors. Our expert team helps Hampton Roads organizations achieve and maintain compliance while strengthening their overall security posture.

Don’t let regulatory requirements limit your business opportunities. We make compliance achievable and affordable across all industries.

Understanding Regulatory Compliance Requirements

Defense Industry: CMMC Certification

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a unified standard for implementing cybersecurity across the defense industrial base (DIB). The Department of Defense requires CMMC certification for contractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

Key Facts:

  • Mandatory for DoD contracts involving CUI
  • Three certification levels (1, 2, and 3)
  • Third-party assessment required
  • Certification valid for 3 years
  • Affects prime contractors and subcontractors

Insurance Industry: State Compliance & SOC 2

Insurance companies must meet state regulatory requirements and demonstrate strong cybersecurity controls to protect customer data and maintain operational resilience.

Key Requirements:

  • State insurance commission regulations
  • SOC 2 Type II compliance for service providers
  • Data privacy regulations (CCPA, GDPR)
  • Claims handling compliance
  • Financial reporting standards

Economic Development: Public Sector Compliance

Economic development organizations must maintain transparency, accountability, and security in handling public funds and sensitive business information.

Compliance Areas:

  • Open records and transparency requirements
  • Grant compliance and reporting
  • Financial accountability standards
  • Data security for business information
  • Public meeting and engagement requirements

Our Compliance Services Across Industries

Risk Assessment & Gap Analysis

Identify compliance gaps and security vulnerabilities across your organization with comprehensive assessments tailored to your industry.

Defense Contractors:

  • CMMC readiness assessments
  • NIST 800-171 compliance reviews
  • Supply chain risk evaluations
  • Incident response plan reviews

Insurance Companies:

  • SOC 2 readiness assessments
  • State regulatory compliance reviews
  • Data security assessments
  • Third-party risk evaluations

Economic Development:

  • Public accountability assessments
  • Grant compliance reviews
  • Data governance evaluations
  • Transparency requirement analysis

Policy & Procedure Development

Create comprehensive policies and procedures that meet regulatory requirements while supporting operational efficiency.

Defense Contractors:

  • System security plans (SSP)
  • Incident response procedures
  • Access control policies
  • Configuration management plans

Insurance Companies:

  • Data governance policies
  • Privacy protection procedures
  • Claims handling protocols
  • Vendor management policies

Economic Development:

  • Public records policies
  • Grant management procedures
  • Financial controls documentation
  • Ethics and transparency policies

Implementation Support

Turn compliance requirements into practical, operational security and governance controls.

Defense Contractors:

  • Security control implementation
  • System hardening and configuration
  • Employee training programs
  • Assessment preparation

Insurance Companies:

  • SOC 2 control implementation
  • Security awareness training
  • Audit preparation support
  • Continuous monitoring setup

Economic Development:

  • Transparency system implementation
  • Grant tracking system setup
  • Public engagement platforms
  • Reporting automation

Ongoing Compliance Management

Maintain compliance with continuous monitoring, regular assessments, and proactive updates to meet evolving requirements.

  • Regular compliance health checks
  • Regulatory change monitoring
  • Incident response support
  • Audit preparation assistance
  • Training and awareness programs
  • Documentation updates

Our Proven Compliance Methodology

We follow a systematic approach that ensures comprehensive compliance while minimizing business disruption.

Phase 1: Discovery & Assessment

  • Current state analysis
  • Regulatory requirement mapping
  • Risk identification and prioritization
  • Resource requirement planning

Phase 2: Strategy Development

  • Compliance roadmap creation
  • Policy and procedure design
  • Implementation timeline
  • Budget and resource allocation

Phase 3: Implementation

  • Control implementation
  • Staff training and awareness
  • Process integration
  • Testing and validation

Phase 4: Certification & Maintenance

  • Assessment preparation
  • Audit support
  • Continuous monitoring
  • Ongoing optimization

Benefits of Professional Compliance Support

Reduced Risk

  • Lower probability of compliance violations
  • Improved security posture
  • Better incident response capabilities
  • Enhanced stakeholder confidence

Business Advantages

  • Access to more contracts and opportunities
  • Competitive differentiation
  • Improved operational efficiency
  • Enhanced reputation and trust

Cost Savings

  • Avoid regulatory penalties and fines
  • Prevent costly security incidents
  • Reduce insurance premiums
  • Streamline audit processes

Why Choose Port & Starboard for Compliance

Multi-Industry Expertise

We understand the unique compliance challenges facing defense contractors, insurance companies, and economic development organizations.

Practical Implementation

Our approach focuses on practical, operational solutions that meet compliance requirements without hindering business operations.

Local Understanding

Based in Hampton Roads, we understand the specific regulatory landscape and business environment across Virginia and the mid-Atlantic region.

Ongoing Partnership

We provide continuous support to help you maintain compliance as regulations evolve and your organization grows.

Start Your Compliance Journey Today

Don’t wait for a compliance issue to become a business problem. Whether you need CMMC certification, SOC 2 compliance, or public sector accountability systems, we’re here to help.

Get Your Free Compliance Assessment

Our compliance assessment includes:

  • Current state evaluation
  • Regulatory requirement analysis
  • Gap identification and prioritization
  • Customized compliance roadmap
  • Implementation timeline and budget estimate

Schedule Your Compliance Consultation

Ready to achieve regulatory compliance across your industry? Complete this form and our compliance experts will contact you within 24 hours.

Questions? Call us at (757) 555-0123 or email info@portstbd.com

Port & Starboard Technology Consulting
Compliance and security experts serving regulated industries across Hampton Roads