DCSADefense Counterintelligence and Security Agency
Part of Department of Defense (DoD)
Annual Spend
$3B+ annually
CMMC Level
Set per solicitation (DFARS 252.204-7021)
Key Offices
Vetting, CDSE, Industrial Security
Overview
DCSA manages personnel vetting and industrial security for the DoD, including contractor facility clearances. Its Defense Industrial Base Cybersecurity Assessment Center (DIBCAC) is the organization that conducts CMMC Level 3 assessments under 32 CFR 170.18.
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Common Contract Types
Key Procurement Offices
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find contracts with DCSA?
Search SAM.gov for active Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency solicitations. Monitor the DCSA procurement forecast published annually. Register in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and set up saved searches for relevant NAICS codes.
Does DCSA require CMMC?
CMMC is not set agency-wide. Under DFARS 252.204-7021(d)(1) the Contracting Officer inserts the required level — Level 1 (Self), Level 2 (Self), Level 2 (C3PAO) or Level 3 (DIBCAC) — into each solicitation, covering the systems that process, store or transmit FCI or CUI. Read the solicitation rather than a generic agency rule: https://www.acquisition.gov/dfars/252.204-7021-contractor-compliance-cybersecurity-maturity-model-certification-level-requirements. Separately and regardless of CMMC status, DFARS 252.204-7012, implementation of NIST SP 800-171 and a current SPRS score remain binding on contracts that carry them.
What are the top NAICS codes for DCSA contracts?
The most commonly used NAICS codes for Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency contracts include 541511, 541512, 561611, 541330, 541519. These codes cover the primary contracting areas for DCSA. Check SAM.gov for specific opportunities under each code.
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