Past Performance
Federal agency support across defense, homeland security, and civilian programs.
New Small Business: Copper Ridge Security is a new small business entity. Our leadership team brings 10+ years of federal cybersecurity experience from major prime contractors including Booz Allen Hamilton, Deloitte, and Guidehouse. Detailed past performance references available upon request for teaming and subcontracting discussions.
Selected Federal Agency Experience
U.S. Army – AVCAD Program
Department of DefenseProgram: Advanced Vehicle Chemical Agent Detector (AVCAD) – DoD chemical detection system providing standoff detection capability for military operations.
Role: Information and Cyber Security Manager supporting RMF authorization, security control implementation, and ISSO services for the AVCAD system.
Key Outcomes:
- Delivered complete RMF authorization package (SSP, SAR, RAR, POA&M) for classified DoD system
- Implemented NIST 800-53 security controls across system architecture
- Developed comprehensive Body of Evidence documentation supporting ATO
- Maintained continuous monitoring and POA&M tracking throughout system lifecycle
- Coordinated with Army authorizing officials and assessment teams
Technical Environment: DoD classified system, NIST 800-53 controls, eMASS, continuous monitoring, SCAP/STIG compliance
Department of Homeland Security / TSA
Department of Homeland SecurityProgram: Transportation Security Administration security program support providing cybersecurity and compliance services for critical infrastructure protection.
Role: Cybersecurity consultant supporting security operations, incident response, and compliance activities for TSA programs.
Key Outcomes:
- Supported security operations and incident response coordination
- Delivered security assessments and risk analysis for transportation infrastructure
- Assisted with compliance documentation and authorization support
- Provided security architecture review and recommendations
Technical Environment: DHS security frameworks, critical infrastructure protection, incident response, security operations
CISA – Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM)
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security AgencyProgram: CISA Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) program providing cybersecurity tools and dashboards for federal agencies to strengthen their cybersecurity posture.
Role: Compliance and security analyst supporting CDM implementation, agency onboarding, and security dashboard deployment.
Key Outcomes:
- Supported CDM dashboard deployment and agency integration
- Assisted with FISMA compliance reporting and metrics
- Provided technical guidance on security tool implementation
- Developed documentation supporting agency CDM adoption
Technical Environment: CDM tools, FISMA compliance, vulnerability management, asset management, security dashboards
Quantified Program Outcomes
30-50% SIEM Ingestion Reduction
Achieved 30-50% reduction in SIEM log ingestion costs through data optimization, filtering, and governance while maintaining security detection capability and compliance requirements.
Complete A&A Package Delivery
Delivered complete Assessment and Authorization (A&A) packages including System Security Plans (SSP), Security Assessment Reports (SAR), Risk Assessment Reports (RAR), and Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&M).
Assessment Readiness
Prepared federal systems for security control assessment with comprehensive evidence packages, pre-assessment validation, and remediation tracking that accelerated authorization timelines.
ISO 27001 & SOC 2 Audit Support
Provided control implementation and audit support for ISO 27001 and SOC 2 certifications, delivering evidence packages and remediation support for commercial sector clients.
Compliance Frameworks Experience
Our team maintains deep expertise across the compliance frameworks used by federal agencies, defense contractors, and regulated industries.
Teaming Opportunities for Prime Contractors
Copper Ridge Security is actively seeking teaming arrangements with prime contractors on federal cybersecurity opportunities. We bring cleared personnel, proven RMF expertise, and small business responsiveness to support your capture and delivery.
Small Business Set-Aside Eligible
Positioned to support small business set-aside requirements and subcontracting goals on federal contracts.
Cleared Personnel Ready
DoD Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility for immediate deployment on classified programs.
Proven Federal Delivery
10+ years delivering RMF authorization and cybersecurity services on federal programs.
Rapid Mobilization
Small business agility with enterprise capability – ready to support capture and start-up activities.
Let's Discuss Your Requirements
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