Export Controls Demand
Airtight IT Security.
For trade compliance consultants, defense exporters, and firms handling ITAR-controlled technical data — we deliver managed IT and cybersecurity engineered around export control requirements. ITAR, EAR, CMMC, and NIST 800-171 built into every system.
Why Trade Compliance Firms Need Specialized IT
penalties per ITAR violation
ITAR Technical Data
Controlled technical data requires encryption, access restrictions, and audit trails that generic IT providers don't understand. A misconfigured share can mean a violation.
access monitoring
EAR & Export Controls
Export Administration Regulations require strict controls on who can access what data. We configure role-based access, geofencing, and logging to meet BIS requirements.
access architecture
Foreign Person Access
ITAR's "deemed export" rules mean even internal access by foreign nationals must be controlled. We enforce access policies that prevent inadvertent violations.
CMMC support
CMMC & DoD Supply Chain
If your clients are defense contractors, your IT must meet CMMC and NIST 800-171 standards. We help you achieve and maintain the required maturity level.
audit-ready
Audit-Ready Documentation
DDTC audits, voluntary disclosures, and client due diligence all require comprehensive documentation. Our systems generate the evidence automatically.
data isolation
Multi-Client Isolation
Consultants serving multiple clients need data isolation between engagements. We architect systems with proper segmentation and access boundaries.
Organizations We Serve
What We Handle
ITAR-Compliant Infrastructure
We configure your cloud, email, file storage, and collaboration tools to meet ITAR requirements — US-person-only access, encryption, and complete audit trails.
Access Control & Monitoring
Role-based access controls, multi-factor authentication, and real-time monitoring ensure only authorized personnel access controlled data.
Encrypted Communications
Email encryption, secure file transfer, and encrypted collaboration platforms that satisfy ITAR and EAR transmission requirements.
Compliance Documentation
Technology Control Plans (TCPs), security policies, and incident response procedures that satisfy DDTC and client audits.
Ongoing Compliance Monitoring
Continuous monitoring for configuration drift, unauthorized access attempts, and policy violations — with immediate alerting and remediation.
We Also Serve
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ITAR and why does it affect our IT systems?
The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) controls the export of defense articles, services, and related technical data. For IT, this means any system that stores, processes, or transmits ITAR-controlled technical data must be configured to prevent access by foreign persons — including foreign nationals who work for your firm. A misconfigured file share, cloud account, or email system can constitute an unlicensed export, carrying penalties exceeding $1 million per violation.
Do consulting firms need to comply with CMMC?
If your consulting firm supports Department of Defense prime contractors or subcontractors and handles Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), CMMC compliance may be required before you can be awarded or continue on those contracts. The required CMMC level depends on the sensitivity of the CUI you handle. We help consulting firms assess their current posture against CMMC Level 1 and Level 2 requirements and build a remediation roadmap.
How do we protect client data when we work across multiple engagements simultaneously?
Multi-client data isolation is one of the most common security gaps in consulting firms. Without proper controls, data from one client engagement can be accessible to staff working on a different client — creating both a confidentiality breach and a potential regulatory violation. We architect your systems with per-client folder structures, access controls, and network segmentation so that only authorized staff can access each client's data.
What is a Technology Control Plan and does our firm need one?
A Technology Control Plan (TCP) is a documented policy that describes how your firm controls access to ITAR-controlled technical data, including who has access, what systems store the data, how access is logged, and what happens when an employee leaves. ITAR-registered firms are expected to maintain a TCP as part of their compliance program. We develop and implement TCPs that satisfy DDTC expectations and serve as evidence during audits.
Can we use cloud services like Microsoft 365 for ITAR-controlled data?
Standard commercial Microsoft 365 tenants are not approved for ITAR-controlled technical data because they do not guarantee US-person-only access and data residency. Microsoft's GCC High offering is designed for ITAR and CUI requirements — it runs on US soil, is operated by US persons, and is accessible only to US persons. We configure and manage GCC High environments for consulting firms that handle controlled technical data.
What does SOC 2 compliance mean for a consulting firm?
SOC 2 is an audited report demonstrating that a service organization has implemented controls around security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy. Many enterprise clients require their consultants and professional services vendors to hold a SOC 2 Type II report before engaging. We help consulting firms design and implement the technical controls — logging, access management, encryption, monitoring — needed to support a SOC 2 audit.
How do you secure a remote or hybrid consulting workforce?
Remote consulting teams are a significant attack surface: consultants connect from home networks, coffee shops, and client sites, often using personal devices. We deploy endpoint management, VPN or zero-trust network access, multi-factor authentication, and device compliance policies that enforce security standards regardless of where a consultant is working. We also provide security awareness training tailored to the specific risks consulting professionals face.
What happens to our ITAR compliance posture when a foreign national joins the firm?
Hiring a foreign national does not automatically create an ITAR violation, but it does require action. The "deemed export" rule means that providing access to ITAR-controlled technical data to a foreign national — even inside the US — is treated as an export to their home country. Your firm must either obtain a license for that access or ensure the employee has no access to controlled data. We configure access controls that enforce these boundaries and provide documentation for your compliance records.
Discuss Your ITAR Compliance
Schedule a meeting to review your IT environment against ITAR, EAR, and NIST 800-171 requirements — we'll identify gaps and outline your remediation roadmap.
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