Michael sits down with Arthur Neumann, Director of IT and Cybersecurity Delivery at IMRI, to explore key trends in the cybersecurity landscape—particularly within the defense contracting space. The conversation dives into the evolving CMMC framework, the growing reality of audits, and why many organizations struggle more with policy and documentation than technical controls. Arthur shares practical guidance for small and mid-sized businesses, emphasizing the need for executive-level leadership in cybersecurity. The episode also touches on emerging risks around AI adoption and wraps with insights into IMRI’s approach to helping organizations achieve compliance and operational security.