Built
Around
Design
Workflows
Engineering and architecture firms sit at the intersection of intellectual property, client confidentiality, and regulatory oversight. Whether you're designing military installations, federally funded infrastructure, or commercial developments with controlled site data, your firm is a high-value target and increasingly subject to compliance expectations.
We support firms across civil infrastructure and defense projects. We understand how your work flows from concept through construction, and how to build cybersecurity and compliance around that workflow without disrupting it.
We've worked with architecture and engineering firms that specialize in public infrastructure, federal contracting, and secure site planning. Your work is often collaborative, mobile, and deadline-driven, and deeply dependent on digital tools.
The Operational Reality
Managing a fleet of high-powered design workstations and mobile devices
Coordinating between in-house designers, subcontractors, clients, and vendors
Protecting sensitive drawings, models, and proprietary data
Navigating FAR, DFARS, or GSA requirements tied to specific contracts
Supporting field teams who need access to critical systems from secure and insecure locations
Cybersecurity for firms like yours isn't just about locking things down. It's about keeping work moving while reducing risk.
How We Help
We start by understanding your workflow, tech stack, and regulatory obligations, and then tailor a security and compliance program that supports it. From controlled drawings to cloud migrations, every engagement maps to how your firm operates.
CMMC & DFARS READINESS
Readiness assessments for federally funded or defense-sector projects. We map your obligations and build the path to compliance.
SYSTEM SECURITY PLANS
SSP development, asset mapping, and policy creation that reflect how your firm actually operates, not a generic template.
SECURE CLOUD ARCHITECTURE
Consulting for design teams using Microsoft 365, AutoCAD, Revit, and other SaaS tools. Cloud done right for collaborative workflows.
ENDPOINT & MOBILE MANAGEMENT
Controls for laptops, tablets, and field tech. Supporting engineers and PMs who need access from secure and insecure locations.
ACCESS CONTROL & IDENTITY
Identity management for firms working across partners and contractors. Role-based access that scales with project complexity.
DISASTER RECOVERY & BCP
Business continuity planning aligned with both security requirements and client expectations. Resilience built for deadline-driven work.
We also provide CMMC Enclave deployments for firms needing to isolate sensitive workstreams from broader operations, ideal for hybrid practices with both commercial and federal clients.
Why Gray Beard
The Right Partner
for Design-Driven Firms
Firms in this space often find themselves caught between the expectations of prime contractors and the limitations of legacy systems and tight project timelines. We understand the nuance between ideal compliance and operational feasibility, and we work with you to strike the right balance.
We're here to support your deadlines, your deliverables, and your growth, not to create obstacles.
Who We Support
Civil and structural engineering firms
Architecture firms working on government or military projects
Design/build contractors
MEP engineers supporting public infrastructure
Surveying and site development teams handling secure or sensitive locations
Whether your security risk stems from proprietary IP or from the contract requirements that come with federal work, we help you build a cybersecurity foundation that's resilient, compliant, and practical for your business model.
Ready to
Secure Design
Workflows?
Tell us how your teams collaborate and what you must protect. We'll build the right program without slowing delivery.
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