Executive-Led Cybersecurity,
Risk & Compliance Advisory
Nick Jivani — Principal Advisor
20+ years of cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance leadership across enterprise and federal environments — advising CIOs, CISOs, and executive leaders on CMMC and NIST 800-171 programs, FedRAMP-aligned initiatives, cloud security, and identity governance.
An Advisory Firm Built for the Defense Industrial Base
DIB Compliance Advisory is an executive-led cybersecurity and compliance advisory firm specializing in the Defense Industrial Base, federal contractors, and regulated industries. Our advisory approach is grounded in 20+ years of practitioner experience across enterprise and federal environments.
We operate as a trusted advisory partner — not a vendor — delivering structured, evidence-driven programs that align compliance requirements with business objectives. Our methodology is designed to produce audit-ready outcomes that withstand independent assessment.
Nick Jivani
Principal Advisor
Nick Jivani is the Principal Advisor of DIB Compliance Advisory, bringing over two decades of hands-on experience at the intersection of cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and business strategy.
His career spans top-tier global consulting organizations and enterprise environments, where he has led complex cybersecurity programs for Fortune 500 companies, federal contractors, and critical infrastructure operators. Nick has built and matured security programs from the ground up—guiding organizations through CMMC readiness and preparation for independent assessments, supporting FedRAMP readiness and documentation aligned to NIST controls, NIST RMF implementation, and enterprise risk governance.
Nick holds the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) designations, is a CMMC Certified Professional (CCP), and holds the ISC2 Building AI Cybersecurity Strategy Certificate—reflecting his commitment to staying at the forefront of both established and emerging cybersecurity disciplines.
What sets Nick apart is his ability to bridge the gap between technical requirements and executive decision-making. He engages directly with C-suite leadership and boards to align cybersecurity investments with business objectives—ensuring compliance initiatives not only satisfy auditors, but drive measurable business value.
DIB Compliance Advisory was founded on a simple conviction: compliance should be a competitive advantage, not a burden. Nick works alongside clients as a trusted partner—not a vendor—delivering practical, audit-ready solutions tailored to the realities of operating in the Defense Industrial Base.
Nick Jivani
Principal Advisor, DIB Compliance Advisory
"Compliance isn't a checkbox.
It's a competitive advantage."
Credentials & Expertise
Certifications
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
- CMMC Certified Professional (CCP)
- ISC2 Building AI Cybersecurity Strategy Certificate
Frameworks & Standards
- CMMC readiness (Level 1–2 focus) and CMMC-aligned governance
- NIST SP 800-171 / 800-53
- FedRAMP/FISMA-aligned
- DFARS 252.204-7012 (contract obligation under CMMC/NIST)
- ISO 27001 / 27002
- NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)
Sectors Served
- Defense Industrial Base (DIB)
- Federal Contractors
- Fortune 500 Enterprises
- Critical Infrastructure
- Healthcare & Financial Services
Outcomes That
Speak for Themselves
Cybersecurity, risk, and compliance leadership across enterprise and federal environments.
Faster assessment preparation through structured governance and streamlined documentation.
Engagements have consistently improved audit readiness through evidence-driven delivery across CMMC, NIST, and FedRAMP-aligned programs.
Measurable reduction in regulatory exposure delivered across prior programs.
Client Outcomes & Success Stories
A selection of engagements where compliance became a measurable business advantage.
Defense Industrial Base Contractor
CMMC & NIST 800-171 Readiness for DoD Contract Eligibility
Challenge
A DIB contractor needed a defensible NIST 800-171 posture and CMMC readiness program to preserve eligibility under DFARS 252.204-7012 contract requirements. The organization had significant control gaps and no formal compliance program.
Result
Delivered a structured readiness program including gap assessment, SSP development, POA&M strategy, and evidence planning. Supported continued eligibility for major DoD contract programs and established a sustainable compliance posture.
Cloud Technology Provider
FedRAMP Readiness & Documentation Advisory
Challenge
A cloud provider seeking to enter the federal market lacked the security architecture and documentation required for FedRAMP readiness. Prior efforts had stalled without structured advisory support.
Result
Rebuilt the System Security Plan (SSP), aligned controls to NIST 800-53, and established program governance to support the authorization pathway. Delivered structured documentation and readiness artifacts aligned to assessment expectations.
Fortune 500 Enterprise
Regulatory Exposure Reduction Through Enterprise Governance
Challenge
A Fortune 500 organization faced escalating regulatory scrutiny and fragmented cybersecurity governance. Board-level reporting lacked consistency and risk visibility.
Result
Designed and implemented an enterprise-wide governance framework aligned to NIST CSF and ISO 27001. Established unified KPI reporting, board-level risk dashboards, and a third-party risk management program. Delivered measurable reduction in regulatory exposure.
Defense Industrial Base — Regulated Workloads
Secure Migration to GovCloud with Zero Trust & IAM Governance
Challenge
A DIB organization handling CUI data needed to migrate workloads to a compliant cloud environment while maintaining CMMC and NIST 800-171 compliance (required under DFARS 252.204-7012) and implementing Zero Trust principles.
Result
Designed secure enclave environments in AWS GovCloud and Azure GCCH, applied Zero Trust and IAM/IGA governance, and ensured alignment with FedRAMP and NIST requirements. Enabled secure migration of regulated workloads.
Our Methodology
Evidence-First
Every engagement is built around producing structured, documented evidence aligned to assessment expectations — not theoretical control implementation.
Business-Aligned
We align compliance requirements with business objectives, ensuring programs support contract eligibility, operational continuity, and executive decision-making.
Audit-Ready by Design
Our delivery model is designed to withstand independent assessments. Programs are structured to be defensible, repeatable, and scalable.
How We Work With Clients
Our delivery model is designed for organizations that need executive-level advisory without the overhead of large consulting engagements.
Direct Engagement
Engagements are led by experienced practitioners with deep advisory backgrounds. No hand-offs to junior staff — the expertise you engage is the expertise you receive.
Structured Delivery
Each engagement follows a structured methodology: scoping, gap assessment, roadmap, documentation, and readiness validation — with clear milestones and deliverables.
Scalable Capability
Our advisory model scales to your needs — from focused readiness reviews to full compliance program design and ongoing advisory support.
Trusted Partner Model
We operate as a trusted partner, not a vendor. Our goal is to build your internal capability and leave your organization stronger and more resilient after every engagement.
How We Deliver
Led by executive advisory, supported by a network of experienced practitioners and delivery partners as engagements require. Every engagement is structured for defensible, repeatable outcomes.
Advisory Leadership
Executive-level advisory oversight on every engagement. Our Principal Advisor engages directly with CIOs, CISOs, and boards — aligning compliance programs with business objectives and executive decision-making.
- C-suite and board alignment
- Business-objective-driven programs
- Executive reporting and risk visibility
Specialist Expertise
Supported by a network of vetted practitioners and delivery partners with deep expertise in CMMC, cloud security, identity governance, FedRAMP, and incident response — engaged as scope requires.
- Vetted practitioner network
- Domain-specific depth (cloud, IAM, IR)
- Scalable to engagement complexity
Structured Delivery Frameworks
Every engagement follows a structured methodology with defined phases, milestones, and deliverables — producing audit-ready artifacts that withstand independent assessment and support long-term program sustainability.
- Defined phases and milestones
- Audit-ready deliverables
- Repeatable and scalable methodology
Work With Our Advisory Team
Our engagements are led by experienced practitioners with deep advisory backgrounds. No hand-offs, no junior consultants — executive-level advisory from the first conversation.