Posts by Danielle Barbour

Danielle Barbour, Director of Product Marketing, Kiteworks

Danielle Barbour is Senior Director of Product Marketing, Regulatory Compliance at Kiteworks. Prior to joining Kiteworks, Danielle had direct experience with regulatory compliance within the medical tech start-up space and previously worked in the insurance and software industries. Danielle excels in translating diverse and creative ideas into strong revenue-driving programs.

She holds an MBA from Saint Mary’s College of California and a Bachelor’s degree from San Francisco State University.

CMMC 2.0 Compliance: A Critical Guide for Electronic Component Manufacturers in the Defense Industrial Base

by Danielle Barbour March 3, 2025September 18, 2025 | CMMC Compliance

Electronic component manufacturers form a crucial segment of the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), producing sophisticated systems for Electronic Warfare (EW), Command, Control, Communications, Computer and Intelligence (C4I), and avionics. As...

Top 10 CMMC Compliance Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

by Danielle Barbour February 24, 2025May 12, 2025 | CMMC Compliance

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) represents a pivotal shift in how the Department of Defense (DoD) ensures the protection of sensitive defense information within its supply chain. While CMMC...

CMMC 2.0 Compliance: A Critical Guide for Ship Manufacturers in the Defense Industrial Base

by Danielle Barbour February 18, 2025September 23, 2025 | CMMC Compliance

Ship manufacturers represent a vital segment of the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), producing everything from aircraft carriers and submarines to unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs) and specialized naval systems. As the...

How to Meet the CMMC 2.0 System and Communications Protection Requirement: Best Practices Checklist for CMMC Compliance

by Danielle Barbour January 23, 2025September 23, 2025 | CMMC Compliance

As IT, risk, and compliance professionals in the defense industrial base (DIB) regularly face evolving cybersecurity threats, compliance standards like the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) play a crucial role...

CMMC Level 2 Assessment Guide: A Comprehensive Overview for IT, Risk, and Compliance Professionals in the DIB

by Danielle Barbour January 23, 2025September 17, 2025 | CMMC Compliance

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a crucial standard for ensuring cybersecurity across the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). For defense contractors and their subcontractors aiming to secure and manage...

Need NIS2 Compliance? Start With ISO 27001

by Danielle Barbour January 22, 2025September 23, 2025 | Regulatory Compliance

As regulations continue to evolve, IT, risk, and compliance professionals face the pressing challenge of aligning with new standards. The Network and Information Systems Directive 2 (NIS2) has emerged as...

How to Meet the CMMC Configuration Management Requirement: Best Practices Checklist for CMMC Compliance

by Danielle Barbour January 20, 2025September 23, 2025 | CMMC Compliance

The CMMC configuration management requirement mandates that defense contractors establish and maintain secure baselines for their IT systems and software to identify vulnerabilities, mitigate risk, and demonstrate CMMC compliance. Effective...

Exploring NCA Saudi Arabia DCC: Today’s Essential Insights

by Danielle Barbour January 10, 2025December 23, 2025 | Cybersecurity Risk Management

Introduction Cybersecurity is no longer just another item on your IT checklist—it's the foundation of modern organizational resilience. With Saudi Arabia's transformative steps toward a digitally empowered future, safeguarding data...

How to Meet the CMMC 2.0 Personnel Security Requirement: Best Practices Checklist

by Danielle Barbour January 9, 2025September 17, 2025 | CMMC Compliance

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 is crucial for organizations within the defense industrial base (DIB) aiming to maintain secure infrastructures. Meeting the CMMC personnel security requirement, of 14...

How to Meet the CMMC 2.0 Security Assessment Requirement: Best Practices for CMMC Compliance

by Danielle Barbour January 9, 2025September 17, 2025 | CMMC Compliance

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 framework establishes a significant benchmark for organizations within the defense industrial base (DIB). It requires organizations to demonstrate their commitment to cybersecurity best...

How to Meet the CMMC 2.0 System and Information Integrity Requirement: Best Practices for CMMC Compliance

by Danielle Barbour January 8, 2025September 23, 2025 | CMMC Compliance

Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 is designed to safeguard sensitive government data by ensuring that organizations in the defense industrial base (DIB) maintain robust cybersecurity practices. Defense contractors and...

NIS2 Directive: Effective Implementation Strategies

by Danielle Barbour January 8, 2025September 23, 2025 | Regulatory Compliance

The NIS2 Directive represents a significant evolution in cybersecurity and compliance requirements for organisations operating in the EU. Developed to enhance the security of network and information systems, this directive...

Enhance Your Business with NCA DCC Cybersecurity in Saudi Arabia

by Danielle Barbour January 3, 2025December 23, 2025 | Cybersecurity Risk Management

Introduction In an era where data breaches dominate headlines, Saudi Arabia's National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) has stepped forward with a formidable countermeasure—the Data Cybersecurity Controls (DCC) framework. Designed with meticulous...

How to Meet the CMMC 2.0 Risk Assessment Requirement: Best Practices Checklist for CMMC Compliance

by Danielle Barbour December 23, 2024September 23, 2025 | CMMC Compliance

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 sets a structured framework for enhancing cybersecurity practices across the defense industrial base (DIB). Achieving – and maintaining – CMMC compliance is crucial...

How to Meet the CMMC 2.0 Incident Response Requirement: Best Practices Checklist for CMMC Compliance

by Danielle Barbour December 19, 2024September 23, 2025 | CMMC Compliance

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 is a critical benchmark for defense contractors in the Department of Defense’s (DoD) supply chain, otherwise known as the defense industrial base (DIB)....

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