DOD to hold closed-door meeting on accreditation for upcoming cyber certification program

The Pentagon's acquisition office is seeking industry input on establishing an accreditation body for third-party auditors as part of a cybersecurity certification program for contractors, expected to be rolled out in some form next year.

“The purpose of this meeting is to address only these key topics and requirements associated with forming a [Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification] Accreditation Body,” according to an announcement of the meeting posted by the Professional Services Council on Wednesday.

The announcement of the Nov....