CMMCCompliance
Achieve Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification for Department of Defense contracts. Protect Controlled Unclassified Information and demonstrate cybersecurity maturity.
CMMC Maturity Levels
CMMC defines three levels of cybersecurity maturity, each building upon the previous level with increasing security requirements and assessment rigor.
Level 1
Foundational
Basic cyber hygiene practices to protect Federal Contract Information (FCI)
Requirements:
17 practices from 1 domain
Assessment:
Annual self-assessment
Focus:
Federal Contract Information (FCI)
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Level 2
Advanced
Intermediate cyber hygiene practices for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
Requirements:
110 practices from 14 domains
Assessment:
Triennial third-party assessment
Focus:
Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
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Level 3
Expert
Advanced and progressive cybersecurity practices for protecting CUI and sensitive program information
Requirements:
110+ practices with additional requirements
Assessment:
Triennial government-led assessment
Focus:
Advanced Persistent Threats (APT)
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CMMC Security Domains
CMMC Level 2 encompasses 14 security domains with 110 cybersecurity practices that organizations must implement to protect Controlled Unclassified Information.
Access Control (AC)
Limit information system access to authorized users, processes, and devices
Awareness and Training (AT)
Ensure personnel are adequately trained in cybersecurity
Audit and Accountability (AU)
Create, protect, and retain system audit logs and records
Configuration Management (CM)
Establish and maintain baseline configurations and inventories
Identification and Authentication (IA)
Identify users, processes, and devices before granting access
Incident Response (IR)
Establish operational incident handling capability for organizational systems
CMMC Implementation Process
Our structured approach ensures comprehensive CMMC compliance preparation and successful certification assessment for your organization.
Scope Definition & Gap Analysis
3-4 weeksDefine CMMC scope, identify CUI flows, and assess current cybersecurity posture
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CMMC Level Determination
1-2 weeksDetermine required CMMC level based on contract requirements and CUI handling
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System Security Plan Development
4-6 weeksCreate comprehensive documentation of cybersecurity controls and implementation
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Control Implementation
12-20 weeksDeploy technical and administrative controls to meet CMMC requirements
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Assessment Preparation
3-4 weeksPrepare for CMMC assessment through internal testing and evidence compilation
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CMMC Assessment
1-2 weeksUndergo formal CMMC assessment by certified third-party assessor
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Benefits of CMMC Certification
CMMC certification provides tangible business and security benefits that extend beyond Department of Defense contract requirements.
DoD Contract Eligibility
Required for participating in Department of Defense contracts involving CUI
Enhanced Security Posture
Improved cybersecurity capabilities and resilience against advanced threats
Competitive Advantage
Differentiation in the defense contracting marketplace
Supply Chain Trust
Increased trust and confidence from prime contractors and government customers
CMMC Assessment Requirements
Certified Third-Party Assessor (C3PAO)
Level 2 assessments must be conducted by CMMC-authorized C3PAO organizations.
Triennial Assessment Cycle
CMMC certifications are valid for three years, requiring periodic reassessment.
Evidence-Based Assessment
Assessors review documentation, interview personnel, and test security controls.
Marketplace Visibility
Certified organizations are listed in the CMMC marketplace for contractor visibility.
Assessment Timeline
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