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From Normandy to Network Defense: A Memorial Day Tribute Crossword Puzzle by Cyberstar

USSOCOM Selects Cyberstar to Modernize Cyber Workforce Management Under DCWF & 8140 Frameworks

Cyberstar has been awarded a significant multi-year contract with the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) to implement our advanced cyber workforce management platform, strengthening defense capabilities through modern compliance solutions. View Press...

Cyberstar Named Premier Sponsor of DoD-CIO Cyber Workforce Summit in Washington DC

Cyberstar demonstrates industry leadership as premier sponsor of the upcoming DoD-CIO Cyber Workforce Summit in Washington DC, bringing advanced compliance solutions to the forefront of defense cyber discussions.

WillCo Tech CyberSTAR Rebrands as Cyberstar, Unifying Company Identity with Flagship Product

Long-standing defense cyber compliance leader WillCo Tech announces its complete transformation to Cyberstar, unifying the company name with its trusted flagship product while introducing a fresh brand identity and enhanced website.

Cyberstar: Now FedRAMP Fully Authorized

Cyberstar has achieved full FedRAMP authorization, enhancing its ability to deliver secure, zero-friction 8140 compliance solutions to defense cyber teams across classified and unclassified environments.

2025 DoD Cyber Readiness Report: Preparing Defense Teams for the Future of Compliance

As DoDD 8140 fully replaces the legacy 8570 framework, defense organizations face unprecedented compliance complexity amid evolving cyber threats and workforce mandates. This analysis explores how automation is becoming mission-critical for maintaining cyber readiness in 2025 and beyond.

Quantifying Compliance Automation: Introducing the Cyberstar Savings Calculator!

The Cyberstar Savings Calculator quantifies how our compliance automation platform transforms your federal cyber workforce operations. By analyzing your team structure, manual workload, and compliance requirements, we calculate the precise hours and budget you’ll reclaim annually. See exactly how Cyberstar eliminates administrative burden, streamlines compliance workflows, and delivers measurable ROI for DOD and federal security teams.

Integrating Cyber Readiness Into Core Operations: The 8140.03 Advantage

DoDD 8140.03 requires federal agencies to transform how they approach cyber workforce management. Discover how integrating cyber readiness into core operational strategies—through continuous qualification, role-specific competencies, and automated compliance—creates a more resilient organization capable of defending against sophisticated threats.

DoD 8140.03M: Timeline & Anatomy of Regulations

On February 15, 2023, the Department of Defense (DoD) released a new manual, 8140.03M, which provides guidelines for managing the DoD Cybersecurity Workforce (CSWF). The manual replaces the previous version, 8570.01-M. What is 8140.03M? What is 8140.03M? 8140.03M is...

Implementing Your 8140 Program Now: Strategic Advantages of Early Adoption

When to adopt the DoD’s 8140.03 directive has been a lingering topic of conversation across the DoD cyber workforce since it was announced. Implementing a purpose-built compliance system like Cyberstar now—ahead of compliance deadlines—transforms this challenge into a strategic advantage, providing clarity for personnel and comprehensive visibility for leadership.

The Complete Guide to DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF): Compliance, Roles, and Implementation

The DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) standardizes cybersecurity roles across defense organizations, defining 54 work roles in 7 categories. This guide explains what the DCWF is, why it matters beyond compliance, and how to implement it effectively in your organization.