Built for High-Stakes Environments
Big Idea PM operates where the margin for error is zero. Our fractional IT leadership and project management services are purpose-built for the regulatory complexity, security demands, and operational precision of Aerospace, Defense, CMMC compliance, and Manufacturing.
Mission-Critical IT for Aerospace Organizations
Aerospace organizations operate under some of the most demanding regulatory and security requirements in any industry. From FAA compliance to export control (ITAR/EAR) and supply chain security, the IT infrastructure supporting aerospace operations must be bulletproof. Big Idea PM provides the executive IT leadership to build, manage, and secure technology environments that meet these standards — without disrupting operations.
Key Challenges
- ▸ITAR and EAR export control compliance
- ▸Complex multi-tier supply chain IT coordination
- ▸Legacy system modernization without operational risk
- ▸Cybersecurity posture for sensitive program data
- ▸Audit readiness and regulatory documentation
How Big Idea PM Helps
- ✓Fractional CIO/CTO for aerospace primes and suppliers
- ✓IT compliance program management
- ✓Secure infrastructure design and oversight
- ✓Supply chain IT risk assessment
- ✓Program-specific IT project management
DoD Supply Chain IT Leadership
Defense contractors and subcontractors face an escalating set of cybersecurity and compliance requirements — DFARS, NIST 800-171, and now CMMC. The cost of non-compliance is contract loss. Big Idea PM brings deep DoD supply chain experience, providing the IT leadership and program management to achieve and maintain compliance while keeping your operations running.
Key Challenges
- ▸DFARS and NIST 800-171 compliance requirements
- ▸CMMC certification readiness and maintenance
- ▸Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) protection
- ▸Incident response and reporting obligations
- ▸Continuous monitoring and audit evidence collection
How Big Idea PM Helps
- ✓CMMC Level 1 and Level 2 readiness programs
- ✓NIST 800-171 gap assessment and remediation
- ✓CUI data flow mapping and protection
- ✓Fractional IT Director for compliance operations
- ✓DoD audit preparation and documentation
End-to-End CMMC Readiness
CMMC is not a checkbox — it is a sustained operational commitment. Organizations pursuing CMMC Level 1 or Level 2 certification need more than a consultant with a checklist. They need IT leadership that understands the technical requirements, can drive remediation across the organization, and can manage the program through assessment and beyond. That is what Big Idea PM delivers.
Key Challenges
- ▸Understanding scope and applicability of CMMC requirements
- ▸Identifying and remediating gaps across 110+ NIST 800-171 practices
- ▸Building a System Security Plan (SSP) and Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M)
- ▸Preparing for C3PAO third-party assessment
- ▸Sustaining compliance posture post-certification
How Big Idea PM Helps
- ✓CMMC Level 1 and Level 2 gap assessments
- ✓Remediation planning and project management
- ✓SSP and POA&M development
- ✓C3PAO assessment preparation and coordination
- ✓Ongoing compliance program management
IT/OT Convergence for Modern Manufacturers
Manufacturing organizations face a unique IT challenge: the convergence of information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT). As production systems become increasingly connected, the attack surface expands and the stakes rise. Big Idea PM provides the IT leadership to modernize manufacturing infrastructure, secure OT environments, and drive digital transformation — without stopping the line.
Key Challenges
- ▸IT and OT network segmentation and security
- ▸ERP and MES system integration and modernization
- ▸Industrial cybersecurity and ransomware resilience
- ▸Workforce technology adoption and change management
- ▸Compliance with customer-mandated security requirements
How Big Idea PM Helps
- ✓IT/OT convergence strategy and architecture
- ✓ERP/MES implementation oversight
- ✓Industrial cybersecurity program management
- ✓Fractional IT Director for manufacturing operations
- ✓Digital transformation project management
Your Industry Has Specific Demands. So Do We.
Big Idea PM doesn't offer generic IT services. We bring sector-specific expertise to every engagement — understanding the regulatory environment, the operational constraints, and the security requirements of your industry.