Arlington, Virginia
Cybersecurity Services in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington is home to the Pentagon, headquarters of the Department of Defense, and to DARPA, the Office of Naval Research and the Air Force Office of Scientific Research. Arlington Economic Development names defense, intelligence, security and cybersecurity programs as key drivers for Arlington companies.
What should an Arlington business know before hiring a cybersecurity provider?
- Arlington is home to the Pentagon, along with the Air Force Office of Scientific Research, DARPA and the Office of Naval Research. Source: Arlington Economic Development: Government Contracting Services
- Arlington Economic Development names defense, intelligence, security and cybersecurity programs as key drivers for Arlington companies. Source: Arlington Economic Development: Government Contracting Services
- Government contractors in Arlington named by Arlington Economic Development include Accenture Federal Services, Boeing, Huntington Ingalls, Lockheed Martin and SAIC. Source: Arlington Economic Development: Government Contracting Services
- The Mason SBDC lists Arlington among the areas it serves. Source: Virginia SBDC office locations
- Arlington is inside the coverage area of the Virginia APEX Accelerator at George Mason University. Source: Virginia APEX Accelerator: locations covered
What does Virginia breach law require?
If a breach of unencrypted personal information causes, or you reasonably believe it has caused or will cause, identity theft or other fraud to a Virginia resident, you must notify the Office of the Attorney General and every affected resident without unreasonable delay. If you notify more than 1,000 people at one time, you must also notify the Attorney General and the consumer reporting agencies. Source: Code of Virginia, section 18.2-186.6
Where can an Arlington business get local help?
- Mason SBDC: Virginia SBDC office listed for Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, 703.277.7747.
- Virginia APEX Accelerator at George Mason University: No cost government contracting counseling for Virginia based companies. Northern Virginia office at 10306 Eaton Place, Suite 180, Fairfax.
- Virginia SBDC cybersecurity program: Webinars and guidance for small businesses on protecting customer data and systems.
Which cybersecurity providers serve Arlington?
These providers serve Arlington, Virginia from Virginia locations or remotely. Listings are not ranked.
- Featured provider
Capital Cyber
Full Spectrum Cybersecurity Services
Full spectrum cybersecurity services including CMMC compliance, managed IT, penetration testing, and vCSO services.
- CMMC Compliance
- Managed IT Services
- Penetration Testing
- vCSO Services
- CMMC specialist
CMMC Ready Now
Specialized CMMC Compliance Consulting
Specialized CMMC compliance consulting to help defense contractors meet certification requirements and win federal contracts.
- CMMC Gap Assessment
- CMMC Certification Prep
- System Security Plans
- Policy Development
- Managed IT
Telco United
Cybersecurity and CMMC Compliance for Government Contractors
Telco United helps defense and government contractors with CMMC compliance, cyber risk assessments, penetration testing, managed security and vCSO services.
- CMMC Compliance
- Cyber Risk Assessments
- Penetration Testing
- Managed Security
- Grant partner
Cyber Grants Alliance
Connecting Businesses with In-Kind Cybersecurity Grants
The Cyber Grants Alliance (CGA) connects small businesses and defense contractors with in-kind cybersecurity grants, including CGA grants and CMMC Gap Assessment grants..
- Grant Navigation
- CGA Grant Applications
- CMMC Gap Assessment Grants
- Grant Consultation
What do businesses in Arlington ask about cybersecurity providers?
How do I find a cybersecurity company in Arlington, Virginia?
Start with the providers listed on this page, which serve Arlington either from Virginia locations or remotely. Compare at least two on the services they include, their experience with businesses your size, how they handle incidents, and references from similar clients. Our guide on how to choose a cybersecurity provider lists the questions to ask.
Who offers CMMC compliance help in Arlington?
Providers in this directory that list CMMC services and serve Arlington include Capital Cyber and CMMC Ready Now and Telco United. We do not rank providers or describe any of them as CMMC certified, because CMMC is a Department of Defense program that assesses defense contractors. Ask any consultant to explain the current DoD requirements: on July 13, 2026 DoD suspended CMMC Phase II, and Phase I self-assessments remain in place.
Who are CMMC compliance consultants in Northern Virginia?
This directory lists Capital Cyber and CMMC Ready Now and Telco United as providers with CMMC services available to Northern Virginia businesses, including in Arlington. Northern Virginia has many defense contractors, so look for a consultant who can show prior CMMC or NIST SP 800-171 project work and explain how they would prepare your self-assessment and System Security Plan.
What does Virginia Code 18.2-186.6 require after a data breach?
If a breach of unencrypted personal information causes, or you reasonably believe it has caused or will cause, identity theft or other fraud to a Virginia resident, you must notify the Office of the Attorney General and every affected resident without unreasonable delay. If you notify more than 1,000 people at one time, you must also notify the Attorney General and the consumer reporting agencies. Source: Code of Virginia, section 18.2-186.6.
Where can a small business in Arlington get local help with government contracting and security?
Mason SBDC: Virginia SBDC office listed for Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, 703.277.7747. Virginia APEX Accelerator at George Mason University: No cost government contracting counseling for Virginia based companies. Northern Virginia office at 10306 Eaton Place, Suite 180, Fairfax. Virginia SBDC cybersecurity program: Webinars and guidance for small businesses on protecting customer data and systems.
Can a small business in Arlington get cybersecurity help at no cost?
Yes, some options cost nothing. CISA offers no-cost Cyber Hygiene vulnerability scanning to U.S. public and private sector critical infrastructure organizations and keeps a list of no-cost services and tools. Eligible small businesses and defense contractors can also apply for Cyber Grants Alliance in-kind grants, delivered at no cost to them.
Do I need a cybersecurity provider located in Arlington?
Not always. Monitoring, policy work, and most assessments can be delivered remotely, while on-site network or hardware work is easier with a provider nearby. Several providers on this page serve Arlington remotely, so ask each one whether they offer on-site visits if you need them.
Read more: how to choose a cybersecurity provider, how to choose a managed security provider, CMMC gap assessment grants, cybersecurity help for nonprofits.
Sources: DoD CIO: About CMMC; CISA Cyber Hygiene Services; CISA no-cost cybersecurity services and tools
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