Maryland Procurement Portal #D38B6600005

Maryland SBE Seeks Managed Security Services Provider for Cybersecurity Operations

This opportunity seeks a Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) to support the State Board of Elections (SBE) in Maryland: - Government Buyer: - State of Maryland Government, State Board of Elections (SBE) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Comprehensive managed security services to centralize SBE cybersecurity operations - Services include cybersecurity operations, engineering, enterprise risk management, and cyber hygiene improvement - No specific products, part numbers, or purchase quantities are listed - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Only vendors with active Maryland Small Business Reserve (SBR) certification may participate - Emphasis on closing security gaps, establishing clear governance, and protecting SBE systems and data - Virtual pre-bid conference required for interested offerors - Contract includes a base period of 2 years, with two 2-year option periods - No specific OEMs are highlighted in this solicitation

Description

This solicitation seeks a comprehensive Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) engagement to enhance the State of Maryland's cybersecurity operations, engineering capabilities, and enterprise risk management. The goal is to centralize cybersecurity functions, close security gaps, improve cyber hygiene, and define roles and responsibilities to strengthen governance and protect systems and data. The contract includes a base period of 2 years with two additional 2-year option periods. Participation requires active certification in the Maryland Small Business Reserve (SBR) program.

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