Larry Downard

Founder of Cyberneza and U.S. Air Force veteran. Helping businesses with cybersecurity, CMMC, NIST 800-171, and SOC 2 readiness. Sharing practical security and compliance insights.

Orlando, FL Joined on Oct 21, 2026 larry@cyberneza.com https://cyberneza.com/

Larry Downard

Nov 5

The Real Cost of CMMC Was Never the Certification

#security #cybersecurity #infosec

2 min read

Larry Downard

Nov 4

Every Year, a Senior Leader Signs for Your CMMC: The Affirmation Explained

#security #cybersecurity #infosec

2 min read

Larry Downard

Nov 3

CMMC Level 1 in 60 Seconds: What Defense Contractors Need to Know

#cmmc #security #compliance #cybersecurity

1 min read

Larry Downard

Nov 3

Your POA&M Is a Plan, Not a Parking Lot: CMMC's POA&M Rules

#security #cybersecurity #infosec

2 min read

Larry Downard

Nov 3

A Cyber Incident Starts a 72-Hour Clock: What DFARS 7012 Requires

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2 min read

Larry Downard

Nov 2

FCI or CUI: Which One Does Your Contract Bring?

#security #cybersecurity #infosec

2 min read

Larry Downard

Nov 2

Central Florida Builds for Defense: What a Local Subcontractor Needs in Place Now

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2 min read

Larry Downard

Nov 2

From the B-52 Flight Line to Security Architecture: Why Cyberneza Exists

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2 min read

Larry Downard

Nov 1

Where Does CUI Enter Your Company? A Practical Way to Scope It

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2 min read

Larry Downard

Nov 1

What to Look For in a CMMC Partner

#security #cybersecurity #infosec

2 min read

Larry Downard

Nov 1

Your SPRS Score Is a Statement to the Government: Lessons From the Honeywell Settlement

#security #cybersecurity #infosec

2 min read

Larry Downard

Oct 31

October Cyber AB Town Hall: CMMC Certifications Keep Growing

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1 min read

Larry Downard

Oct 31

CMMC Phase 2 Is Paused. Your Obligations Aren't.

#security #cybersecurity #infosec

1 min read

Larry Downard

Oct 31

4 Options on the Table for CMMC

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1 min read

Larry Downard

Oct 22

CMMC Level 1 Explained: The 15 Safeguards, the Self-Assessment, and the Yearly Affirmation

#security #cybersecurity #infosec

6 min read

Larry Downard

Oct 22

From Point-in-Time to Always-On: Preparing Your NIST 800-171 Evidence for Whatever CMMC Becomes

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2 min read

Larry Downard

Oct 22

The SSP and POA&M Aren't New: Lessons From Four Generations of DoD Security Rules

#security #cybersecurity #infosec

2 min read

Larry Downard

Oct 21

CMMC Scoping 101: Decide What's In Scope Before You Fix Anything

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2 min read

Larry Downard

Oct 21

How to Calculate Your SPRS Score for NIST SP 800-171

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2 min read

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The Real Cost of CMMC Was Never the Certification

Every Year, a Senior Leader Signs for Your CMMC: The Affirmation Explained

CMMC Level 1 in 60 Seconds: What Defense Contractors Need to Know

Your POA&M Is a Plan, Not a Parking Lot: CMMC's POA&M Rules

A Cyber Incident Starts a 72-Hour Clock: What DFARS 7012 Requires

FCI or CUI: Which One Does Your Contract Bring?

Central Florida Builds for Defense: What a Local Subcontractor Needs in Place Now

From the B-52 Flight Line to Security Architecture: Why Cyberneza Exists

Where Does CUI Enter Your Company? A Practical Way to Scope It

What to Look For in a CMMC Partner

Your SPRS Score Is a Statement to the Government: Lessons From the Honeywell Settlement

October Cyber AB Town Hall: CMMC Certifications Keep Growing

CMMC Phase 2 Is Paused. Your Obligations Aren't.

4 Options on the Table for CMMC

CMMC Level 1 Explained: The 15 Safeguards, the Self-Assessment, and the Yearly Affirmation

From Point-in-Time to Always-On: Preparing Your NIST 800-171 Evidence for Whatever CMMC Becomes

The SSP and POA&M Aren't New: Lessons From Four Generations of DoD Security Rules

CMMC Scoping 101: Decide What's In Scope Before You Fix Anything

How to Calculate Your SPRS Score for NIST SP 800-171