Defense Supply Chain Security

Supply Chain as Cyber Attack Vector

Defense supply chains are increasingly targeted by sophisticated adversaries. Rather than attacking well-defended prime contractors directly, threat actors compromise smaller subcontractors with weaker security, then pivot to access prime contractor networks. They introduce counterfeits or tampered components during manufacturing. They steal logistics data revealing military deployment patterns. These attacks are difficult to detect and can persist for years. Our defense supply chain security practice addresses these threats through comprehensive risk management spanning all tiers of the supply chain.

Supplier Risk Management

Effective supply chain security begins with understanding supplier risk. We implement supplier security assessment programs including cybersecurity questionnaires for all suppliers handling CUI, on-site assessments of critical supplier facilities, continuous monitoring of supplier security posture, and incident response planning for supply chain compromises. Risk-based approaches focus security investments on highest-risk suppliers—those handling most sensitive information or providing most critical components. Lower-risk suppliers receive proportionate security requirements, reducing burden while maintaining acceptable risk levels.

Anti-Counterfeiting & Component Authentication

Counterfeit components pose significant risks to defense systems. Fake electronic components may fail prematurely, contain hidden malicious functionality, or lack performance characteristics of genuine parts. Our anti-counterfeiting solutions include trusted supplier verification and authorization, component authentication using physical unclonable functions, supply chain provenance tracking from manufacture to installation, and incoming inspection detecting suspect components. These controls have successfully prevented counterfeit components from being installed in critical defense systems.

Secure Logistics & Distribution

Military logistics systems contain operationally sensitive information—shipment manifests reveal equipment deployments, maintenance schedules indicate readiness states, and inventory levels expose vulnerabilities. We secure logistics IT infrastructure including enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, warehouse management systems tracking inventory, transportation management systems controlling shipments, and supplier portals enabling collaboration. Access controls ensure personnel see only information appropriate for their role, while audit logging detects unauthorized access attempts indicating potential compromises.

Supply Chain Security Solutions

• Supplier cybersecurity risk assessments
• CMMC compliance for supply chain tiers
• Anti-counterfeiting and component authentication
• Supply chain provenance tracking
• Secure logistics IT infrastructure
• Controlled unclassified information (CUI) protection
• Supply chain incident response
• Third-party risk management programs