With remote and hybrid work now the norm, endpoint security has become a major concern for organizations handling sensitive data. Laptops, tablets, and smartphones offer flexibility, but they also introduce more potential entry points for cyber threats—especially when dealing with Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
Merely deploying antivirus or VPNs isn’t always sufficient. Compliance frameworks like CMMC Level 2 require stronger controls, including encryption, device posture checks, and centralized logging. But applying these measures to every device in a large organization can be expensive and disruptive.
An alternative strategy is to restrict CUI access to a tightly controlled environment—such as a CMMC enclave—and enforce endpoint security only within that perimeter. In this setup:
Only approved devices—those meeting encryption, OS patch, and EDR requirements—can connect to the enclave.
The rest of the organization can use standard tools without the overhead of heavyweight compliance controls.
This approach streamlines device audits and reduces the administrative burden on IT teams.
By limiting high-security measures to a smaller, high-risk zone, organizations balance compliance with usability. It also ensures that devices with the most sensitive data are held to higher standards—without slowing down the entire workforce.
Endpoint security doesn't have to mean overengineering your IT estate. Smartly scoped environments like enclaves let teams focus controls where they’re needed most—reducing risk and optimizing resources.