FEDERAL EDGE SECURITY & GOVERNANCE
Federal Edge Security & Governance
Expert consulting for federal agencies, defense contractors, and critical infrastructure operators deploying edge security, AI governance, and Zero Trust architecture.
Schedule a Free Assessment
25+ Years
Combined Federal Experience
CMMC | NIST | Zero Trust Certified
Enterprise-Grade Federal Cybersecurity | CMMC 2.0 Readiness | Cloud Security | AI-Augmented Compliance | IT Managed Services | Workforce Training
Who We Serve
HOD Consulting delivers enterprise-grade cybersecurity and technology consulting to organizations where failure is not an option.
DoD Prime Contractors and Subcontractors
Defense contractors handling CUI who need CMMC 2.0 readiness support before the November 2026 Phase 2 deadline.
Federal Civilian Agencies and Technology Partners
Federal agencies and their technology partners requiring cybersecurity advisory, cloud security, and compliance support.
Small and Mid-Size Government Contractors
Small and mid-size businesses pursuing or maintaining government contracts who lack dedicated compliance teams.
Healthcare Organizations
Healthcare organizations operating within federal compliance frameworks requiring cybersecurity and IT support.
Our Services
Federal-grade expertise. Practical results.
CMMC 2.0 Readiness
Gap assessments, SSP development, and POA and M management for defense contractors ahead of the November 2026 Phase 2 deadline.
Federal Cybersecurity
Zero Trust architecture, NIST RMF, incident response planning, and federal security controls implementation.
AI-Augmented Security
Integrating AI tools into compliance workflows, threat detection, and security documentation for federal environments.
Cloud Security and Migration
AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, and FedRAMP-aligned secure cloud implementations for federal contractors.
IT Managed Services
End-to-end network administration, endpoint security, and managed IT for government contractors.
Cybersecurity Training
Practical workforce development and CMMC compliance training for technical and non-technical staff at all levels.
NOVEMBER 2026 PHASE 2 DEADLINE APPROACHING
Is Your Organization CMMC-Ready?
Find out where you stand with a complimentary 30-minute gap assessment. No pitch - just clarity on where you are and what you need to do next.
Schedule Free Assessment
Complimentary - No obligation - 30 minutes
ABOUT HOD CONSULTING LLC
Built on Experience. Delivered with Precision.
HOD Consulting LLC was founded on a simple premise: federal contractors deserve cybersecurity and technology consulting from professionals who have actually done the work - not just studied it. Our team brings deep, hands-on federal implementation experience to every engagement.
We understand the pressure defense contractors face. Compliance timelines are tightening. Threat landscapes are evolving. That gap between large primes and smaller contractors is exactly where HOD Consulting operates.
Learn More About Us
Why Organizations Choose HOD
Deep, hands-on federal cybersecurity implementation experience
Practitioner background - not just advisory
Deep knowledge of what contracting officers and assessors look for
Team holds top-tier industry certifications in security governance, risk, cloud, and network architecture
Practical, results-oriented engagements with no unnecessary complexity
HOD Consulting LLC | hodconsult.com | Serving Federal Contractors Nationwide
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Governing the
Federal Edge
with Precision.
"Governance at the Edge. Clarity at the Node."
HOD Consult advises federal agencies, defense contractors, and critical infrastructure operators on securing distributed edge environments — where AI inference, IoT, and OT systems converge with mission-critical requirements. Practitioner-level expertise for organizations that cannot afford governance gaps.
Compliance & Framework Coverage
All engagements mapped to authoritative federal standards
Zero Trust Architecture
NIST SP 800-207 aligned deployments with node-level verification
AI Edge Governance
Model integrity & adversarial detection for tactical AI systems
CMMC Compliance
Level 2 & 3 readiness for edge-connected defense contractors
OT/IT Convergence
Secure integration of operational technology with federal IT
Our Engagements
Four Ways HOD Consult Engages
Each offering is scoped, priced, and designed for a specific federal edge challenge. Defined scope. Clear value. Field-tested delivery.
01
Federal Edge Security Assessment
$12,500 – $28,000
Structured gap analysis of your edge deployment security posture against Zero Trust and NIST frameworks. 3–4 week engagement.
- Pre-engagement edge environment questionnaire
- Gap analysis mapped to NIST SP 800-207 & SP 800-82
- Risk register with prioritized remediation roadmap
- Executive briefing deck for CISO leadership
02
CMMC & Zero Trust Compliance Advisory
$15,000 – $22,000
Expert advisory to achieve CMMC Level 2/3 compliance for edge-connected systems. 6–8 week engagement with optional retainer.
- CMMC Level 2/3 readiness gap assessment
- System Security Plan (SSP) advisory & review
- POA&M development with remediation priorities
- Optional retainer: $2,500–$4,000/month
03
AI Governance for Edge Deployments
$18,000 – $32,000
Governance frameworks for AI inference models on federal edge devices, tactical systems, and field-deployed infrastructure. 4–6 weeks.
- AI model inventory & edge deployment map
- NIST AI RMF + EO 13960 governance framework
- Model integrity verification protocol
- AI posture scorecard for leadership review
04
Federal Edge Strategy & Advisory Retainer
$3,000 – $4,500/mo
Ongoing strategic advisory with monthly expert counsel on edge security, AI governance, and federal compliance program development.
- 2 advisory calls/month (60 min) with written notes
- Monthly edge security intelligence brief
- On-demand async advisory within 24 business hours
- Quarterly strategic review with roadmap update
Why HOD Consult
What Sets Us Apart
Not every federal IT challenge needs a large-firm consultant applying data center assumptions to distributed deployments. HOD Consult delivers practitioner-level precision — because we have operated where you operate.
Governance Honesty
We tell you what your security posture actually is — not what fits a pre-packaged framework. If your edge environment has a governance gap, you will hear it plainly, with a clear and actionable path forward. No ambiguity. No hidden scope. No sugarcoating.
Transparent AdvisoryReal Federal Experience
25+ years operating inside federal agencies, defense environments, and critical infrastructure — not advising from a conference room. We have worked at the intersection of OT/IT convergence and Zero Trust where it matters most: at the node, on the flight line, and across distributed federal infrastructure.
Practitioner-Level DepthField-Tested Frameworks
Our frameworks are refined through live federal engagements and stress-tested through graduate-level instruction in fog and edge computing — where the next generation of federal CISOs challenges every assumption and demands every answer be operationally sound.
Academic + Operational Rigor“ Most federal edge deployments inherit security assumptions built for data centers. When those assumptions fail at the node, the consequences are operational — not just technical.
IoT sensors, OT field devices, and tactical AI systems operate beyond the traditional perimeter — where centralized monitoring breaks down and governance gaps become incidents. HOD Consult surfaces exactly where your edge environment diverges from NIST-defined controls and Zero Trust principles, before those gaps become operational failures with real mission consequences.
📅 Schedule a Free Assessment CallReady to Secure Your
Edge Deployment?
Schedule a no-obligation 30-minute consultation to discuss your deployment environment and governance gaps. Federal clients who cannot afford governance gaps at the edge start here. Clear scope. Defined deliverables. Practitioner-level expertise from day one.
Federal Edge Security & Governance
Governance at the Edge. Clarity at the Node.
Expert consulting for federal agencies, defense contractors, and critical infrastructure operators deploying edge security, AI governance, and Zero Trust architecture.
Our Services
Four ways HOD Consult engages with federal agencies, defense contractors, and critical infrastructure operators.
Federal Edge Security Assessment
Evaluate your edge deployment security posture against Zero Trust and NIST frameworks.
- Security posture evaluation
- Gap analysis report
- Risk register & prioritization
- Executive briefing
CMMC & Zero Trust Compliance
Expert guidance for defense contractors achieving CMMC Level 2/3 compliance.
- CMMC compliance roadmap
- System Security Plan (SSP)
- Plan of Action & Milestones
- Monthly advisory retainer
AI Governance & Framework
Develop governance frameworks for AI inference models on federal edge devices.
- AI governance framework
- Risk management plan
- Compliance alignment (NIST AI RMF)
- Implementation roadmap
Federal Edge Strategy Retainer
Ongoing expert counsel on edge security, AI governance, and compliance.
- Monthly advisory calls
- Security briefings & updates
- Compliance program guidance
- Priority support access
Why Choose HOD Consult
Real federal experience. Honest risk assessment. Field-tested frameworks.
Governance Honesty
We identify real vulnerabilities in your edge deployment, not theoretical ones. Recommendations that work in practice, not just on paper.
Real Federal Experience
25+ years of hands-on federal IT and cybersecurity experience. We understand the constraints and requirements of federal environments.
Field-Tested Frameworks
Every framework is stress-tested against real federal requirements. Continuous feedback between consulting and teaching ensures relevance.
"The difference between a good edge security program and a failed one isn't the framework—it's whether the framework was designed for edge environments or borrowed from data centers."
Most security assessments apply data center security models to edge environments. This doesn't work. Federal edge deployments have unique constraints: limited bandwidth, intermittent connectivity, resource-constrained devices, and operational requirements that don't fit textbook frameworks.
HOD Consult specializes in honest risk assessment for edge environments.
Ready to Secure Your Edge Deployment?
Schedule a free 30-minute consultation with one of our federal practitioners to discuss your organization's edge security and governance needs.
Federal Edge Security & Governance
Governance at the Edge. Clarity at the Node.
Expert consulting for federal agencies, defense contractors, and critical infrastructure operators deploying edge security, AI governance, and Zero Trust architecture.
Our Services
Four ways HOD Consult engages with federal agencies, defense contractors, and critical infrastructure operators.
Federal Edge Security Assessment
Evaluate your edge deployment security posture against Zero Trust and NIST frameworks.
- Security posture evaluation
- Gap analysis report
- Risk register & prioritization
- Executive briefing
CMMC & Zero Trust Compliance
Expert guidance for defense contractors achieving CMMC Level 2/3 compliance.
- CMMC compliance roadmap
- System Security Plan (SSP)
- Plan of Action & Milestones
- Monthly advisory retainer
AI Governance & Framework
Develop governance frameworks for AI inference models on federal edge devices.
- AI governance framework
- Risk management plan
- Compliance alignment (NIST AI RMF)
- Implementation roadmap
Federal Edge Strategy Retainer
Ongoing expert counsel on edge security, AI governance, and compliance.
- Monthly advisory calls
- Security briefings & updates
- Compliance program guidance
- Priority support access
Why Choose HOD Consult
Real federal experience. Honest risk assessment. Field-tested frameworks.
Governance Honesty
We identify real vulnerabilities in your edge deployment, not theoretical ones. Recommendations that work in practice, not just on paper.
Real Federal Experience
25+ years of hands-on federal IT and cybersecurity experience. We understand the constraints and requirements of federal environments.
Field-Tested Frameworks
Every framework is stress-tested against real federal requirements. Continuous feedback between consulting and teaching ensures relevance.
"The difference between a good edge security program and a failed one isn't the framework—it's whether the framework was designed for edge environments or borrowed from data centers."
Most security assessments apply data center security models to edge environments. This doesn't work. Federal edge deployments have unique constraints: limited bandwidth, intermittent connectivity, resource-constrained devices, and operational requirements that don't fit textbook frameworks.
HOD Consult specializes in honest risk assessment for edge environments.
Ready to Secure Your Edge Deployment?
Schedule a free 30-minute consultation with one of our federal practitioners to discuss your organization's edge security and governance needs.
FEDERAL EDGE SECURITY & GOVERNANCE
Federal Edge Security & Governance
Expert consulting for federal agencies, defense contractors, and critical infrastructure operators deploying edge security, AI governance, and Zero Trust architecture.
Schedule a Free Assessment
25+ Years
Combined Federal Experience
CMMC | NIST | Zero Trust Certified
Enterprise-Grade Federal Cybersecurity | CMMC 2.0 Readiness | Cloud Security | AI-Augmented Compliance | IT Managed Services | Workforce Training
Who We Serve
HOD Consulting delivers enterprise-grade cybersecurity and technology consulting to organizations where failure is not an option.
DoD Prime Contractors and Subcontractors
Defense contractors handling CUI who need CMMC 2.0 readiness support before the November 2026 Phase 2 deadline.
Federal Civilian Agencies and Technology Partners
Federal agencies and their technology partners requiring cybersecurity advisory, cloud security, and compliance support.
Small and Mid-Size Government Contractors
Small and mid-size businesses pursuing or maintaining government contracts who lack dedicated compliance teams.
Healthcare Organizations
Healthcare organizations operating within federal compliance frameworks requiring cybersecurity and IT support.
Our Services
Federal-grade expertise. Practical results.
CMMC 2.0 Readiness
Gap assessments, SSP development, and POA and M management for defense contractors ahead of the November 2026 Phase 2 deadline.
Federal Cybersecurity
Zero Trust architecture, NIST RMF, incident response planning, and federal security controls implementation.
AI-Augmented Security
Integrating AI tools into compliance workflows, threat detection, and security documentation for federal environments.
Cloud Security and Migration
AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, and FedRAMP-aligned secure cloud implementations for federal contractors.
IT Managed Services
End-to-end network administration, endpoint security, and managed IT for government contractors.
Cybersecurity Training
Practical workforce development and CMMC compliance training for technical and non-technical staff at all levels.
NOVEMBER 2026 PHASE 2 DEADLINE APPROACHING
Is Your Organization CMMC-Ready?
Find out where you stand with a complimentary 30-minute gap assessment. No pitch - just clarity on where you are and what you need to do next.
Schedule Free Assessment
Complimentary - No obligation - 30 minutes
ABOUT HOD CONSULTING LLC
Built on Experience. Delivered with Precision.
HOD Consulting LLC was founded on a simple premise: federal contractors deserve cybersecurity and technology consulting from professionals who have actually done the work - not just studied it. Our team brings deep, hands-on federal implementation experience to every engagement.
We understand the pressure defense contractors face. Compliance timelines are tightening. Threat landscapes are evolving. That gap between large primes and smaller contractors is exactly where HOD Consulting operates.
Learn More About Us
Why Organizations Choose HOD
Deep, hands-on federal cybersecurity implementation experience
Practitioner background - not just advisory
Deep knowledge of what contracting officers and assessors look for
Team holds top-tier industry certifications in security governance, risk, cloud, and network architecture
Practical, results-oriented engagements with no unnecessary complexity
HOD Consulting LLC | hodconsult.com | Serving Federal Contractors Nationwide