Earthling Security

Earthling Security

Speciality: FedRAMP Cloud Security Penetration Testing

Reston, United States 17 employees
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[01] About

Earthling Security is a private technology and security firm specializing in managed compliance services for FedRAMP, CMMC, and cloud security, with expertise in penetration testing and security assessments; 6 employees; founded 2012; Reston, VA.

Established in 2012 & based out of Tyson’s Corner, Virginia, Earthling Security is certified by the Small Business Administration as an 8(a) Small \ Disadvantaged, Minority owned business. Earthling Security is an end-to-end solutions provider focusing on Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Automation, and Compliance. We offer highly skilled professional services, independent security assessments, and secure managed cloud hosting. Our team delivers strategic cloud, security, and automation solutions to ensure business objectives & goals. Earthling Security offers advanced & creative technologies with tested & proven methodologies for cost-effective solutions. Our team has a unique blend of skills, including Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, DevOps, and Cloud Computing. This dynamic combination enables us to deliver successful solutions & provide optimized, secure, compliant cloud hosting.
[02] Services
Fedramp Compliance And Advisory
CMMC Compliance And Advisory
Compliance-as-a-service (caas)
Automated Control Environments
Cloud Computing Services
Artificial Intelligence Engineering Services
Managed Security Services
24x7 Security Operations Center (soc)
Fedramp 3PAO Assessments
Fedramp-as-a-service (fraas)
Free Fedramp Gap Analysis
Security Assessments And Audits
Penetration Testing
Phishing Exercises
Continuous Monitoring
Cloud Migration And Security
Ai-driven Threat Detection
Governance-as-code And Policy-as-code Solutions
[03] Certifications
SBA 8(a)
Fedramp 3PAO
CMMC

Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)


Origin


The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) was created by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) in 2020 in response to increasing cybersecurity threats targeting the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). The framework was developed to ensure that defense contractors and subcontractors adequately protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Federal Contract Information (FCI) in their systems. The DoD recognized that existing self-attestation methods were insufficient to safeguard sensitive defense-related data from sophisticated cyber attacks, particularly from nation-state adversaries, prompting the need for a more rigorous, third-party verification system.


Industry Value and Importance


CMMC certification has become essential for companies seeking to do business with the Department of Defense, as it is now a contractual requirement for defense contractors. The certification demonstrates that an organization has implemented appropriate cybersecurity practices and processes to protect sensitive government information, making it a competitive differentiator in the defense contracting marketplace. Beyond compliance, CMMC helps organizations improve their overall cybersecurity posture, reduce breach risks, and build trust with government clients and partners. The tiered certification structure allows companies to align their security investments with the sensitivity of the information they handle, making it both practical and scalable across the diverse defense supply chain.
[05] Notable Clients
  • DocketScope