The shift to hybrid work has changed how organizations approach security and compliance. Employees now access systems from both office and remote locations, often using multiple devices. While this flexibility boosts productivity, it also introduces new compliance challenges—especially for contractors handling government data.
The key concern? Ensuring Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) remains protected without stifling day-to-day workflows.
Organizations are addressing this by separating sensitive workloads from general business operations. For instance, some companies maintain a secure, compliant space specifically for federal contracts. This area might include additional controls, access limitations, and monitoring tools—like those you’d find in a CMMC enclave—to isolate CUI from the rest of the network.
This approach allows teams to collaborate freely on most business activities while maintaining compliance where it’s required. Rather than locking down every user or system, companies can streamline operations and still meet strict security standards.
Key practices that support compliance in hybrid environments include:
Role-based access controls
Device compliance checks
Data loss prevention policies
Isolated environments for high-risk data
Hybrid work isn’t going away. If anything, it’s becoming the new normal. By building flexible yet compliant frameworks, organizations can continue evolving without falling behind on security expectations.