As more government contractors adopt cloud technologies to support hybrid work and streamline operations, misconfigurations have quietly become one of the most dangerous threats to data security. While these platforms offer efficiency and scale, even small setup mistakes can expose Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) to unauthorized access.
The High Cost of Small Errors
Misconfigured access policies, exposed endpoints, and improperly secured storage can lead to:
Breaches involving sensitive federal data
DFARS or NIST 800-171 non-compliance
Contracting delays or disqualifications
Long-term reputational harm
Many of these issues originate from rapid deployments made without a strong understanding of compliance boundaries. With multiple cloud tools in use and decentralized control, it's easy for errors to go unnoticed—until they become costly.
Proactive Prevention Starts with the Right Foundation
This is where GCC High migration services make a measurable difference. For organizations handling CUI, transitioning into Microsoft 365 GCC High provides not just a compliant platform, but also a structured, security-first environment that helps reduce misconfiguration risks from day one.
These services guide you through identity setup, network segmentation, and policy enforcement tailored to federal compliance standards—ensuring your IT foundation doesn’t leave CUI vulnerable.
Security That Doesn’t Slow You Down
By embedding security into your architecture early, you avoid costly rework, audit failures, and the reputational risk of avoidable data leaks. A purpose-built federal cloud platform like GCC High, combined with expert migration support, helps defense contractors operate with confidence.