CMMC Compliance Hub

Your ultimate information resource for CMMC 2.0 fundamentals, best practices, and certification guidance for defense contractors and subcontractors.

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Beginner

Introduction to CMMC fundamentals

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Intermediate

Assessment preparation guidance

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Advanced

Compliance maintenance strategies

CMMC Overview

Understanding CMMC 2.0 and its importance for defense contractors

What is CMMC?

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a unified standard for implementing cybersecurity across the Defense Industrial Base (DIB).

  • Framework fundamentals
  • CMMC 2.0 overview
  • DoD requirements

Who Needs CMMC?

Government contractors and subcontractors seeking to work with the Department of Defense must achieve CMMC certification.

  • Prime contractors
  • Subcontractors
  • DIB organizations

Framework Fundamentals

Understanding CMMC principles helps organizations demystify the compliance process and benefit from best-in-class security practices.

  • Security domains
  • Practice requirements
  • Maturity processes

Implementation Timelines

Stay informed about CMMC implementation schedules and contract requirements.

  • Phased rollout
  • Contract requirements
  • Certification deadlines

Security Controls

Overview of the security controls required at different CMMC levels.

  • Level 1 controls
  • Level 2 controls
  • Level 3 controls

Applicability Details

Understanding how CMMC applies to your organization and contracts.

  • Contract flow-down
  • FCI vs CUI determination
  • Level requirements

Comparing CMMC to Federal Frameworks

Understanding how CMMC relates to other government cybersecurity standards

CMMC vs. NIST 800-171

Understanding the relationship between CMMC and NIST 800-171 requirements.

  • Control alignment
  • Key differences
  • Compliance implications

CMMC vs. NIST 800-53

Compare CMMC Level 3 requirements with NIST 800-53 controls.

  • Framework comparison
  • Control mapping
  • Implementation guidance

CMMC vs. FedRAMP

Understanding how CMMC and FedRAMP requirements differ and overlap.

  • Scope differences
  • Assessment approaches
  • Cloud considerations

CMMC 1.0 vs. CMMC 2.0

Key changes from CMMC 1.0 to the streamlined CMMC 2.0 framework.

  • Simplified levels
  • Assessment changes
  • Transition guidance

CMMC Requirements

Essential requirements for achieving CMMC certification

CMMC Level 1: Foundational

Basic cybersecurity hygiene practices to protect Federal Contract Information (FCI).

  • 17 practices
  • Annual self-assessment
  • Basic safeguarding

CMMC Level 2: Advanced

Enhanced security practices to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

  • 110 practices (NIST 800-171 aligned)
  • Triennial assessment
  • C3PAO certification required

CMMC Level 3: Expert

Advanced security practices for high-priority programs protecting CUI.

  • 110+ practices
  • Government-led assessment
  • Enhanced controls

Compliance Assessment Methodology

Understanding how CMMC assessments are conducted and what to expect.

  • Assessment approach
  • Evidence requirements
  • Scoring methodology

Certification Level Determination

How to determine which CMMC level your organization needs to achieve.

  • Contract requirements
  • Information type assessment
  • Level selection criteria

Documentation Preparation

Essential documentation needed for CMMC certification.

  • System Security Plan
  • Policies and procedures
  • Evidence artifacts

Certification Process

Navigate the CMMC certification process from start to finish

Assessment Procedures

Step-by-step guide through the CMMC assessment process.

  • Pre-assessment preparation
  • Assessment execution
  • Post-assessment activities

C3PAO Selection

How to select a Certified Third-Party Assessor Organization (C3PAO).

  • C3PAO directory
  • Selection criteria
  • Engagement process

Typical Timelines

Understanding realistic timelines for achieving CMMC certification.

  • Level 1: 3-6 months
  • Level 2: 6-12 months
  • Level 3: 12-18 months

Cost Structures

Budget planning for CMMC certification at different levels.

  • Assessment costs
  • Remediation expenses
  • Technology investments

POA&M Management

Managing Plans of Action and Milestones during certification.

  • POA&M development
  • Remediation tracking
  • Timeline management

Certification Maintenance

Requirements for maintaining CMMC certification over time.

  • Recertification timelines
  • Ongoing monitoring
  • Change management

Automation Resources

Leverage automation to streamline CMMC compliance

Manual vs. Automated Approaches

Compare manual compliance processes with automated solutions for CMMC.

  • Efficiency comparison
  • Cost-benefit analysis
  • Accuracy improvements

Compliance Automation Tools

Explore tools that can help automate CMMC compliance activities.

  • Evidence collection
  • Control monitoring
  • Assessment preparation

Continuous Monitoring

Implement continuous monitoring to maintain CMMC compliance.

  • Real-time dashboards
  • Automated alerts
  • Compliance tracking

Maintenance Strategies

Best practices for maintaining CMMC compliance between assessments.

  • Ongoing assessment
  • Documentation updates
  • Control effectiveness

Tools & Resources

Essential resources to support your CMMC certification journey

Checklists

Comprehensive CMMC compliance checklists for all certification levels.

  • Level 1 checklist
  • Level 2 checklist
  • Level 3 checklist

Templates

Download ready-to-use templates for CMMC documentation.

  • SSP templates
  • Policy templates
  • POA&M templates

Training Materials

Educational resources to train your team on CMMC requirements.

  • Staff training modules
  • Security awareness
  • Role-based training

C3PAO Directory

Find certified third-party assessor organizations for your CMMC assessment.

  • Authorized C3PAOs
  • Assessment services
  • Regional coverage

Compliance Kits

Comprehensive CMMC compliance kits with guides and templates.

  • CMMC 2.0 compliance kit
  • Implementation guide
  • Assessment preparation

Gap Assessment Tools

Tools to assess your current compliance posture against CMMC requirements.

  • Self-assessment tools
  • Gap analysis templates
  • Remediation planning

Related Compliance Frameworks

Explore other compliance frameworks relevant to defense contractors

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