Navigating CMMC Compliance Costs: Budgeting Tips and Assistance
The journey to achieving Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is critical for organizations aspiring to work with the Department of Defense (DoD). However, this path is also marked by financial considerations that can be daunting for many businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The complexity of navigating these costs—from initial assessments to ongoing compliance efforts—calls […]
CMMC Assessment Checklist: Essential Items for a Successful Assessment
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a crucial requirement for defense contractors, ensuring they possess the necessary cybersecurity controls to protect sensitive government information. To navigate the CMMC assessment process effectively, organizations need a comprehensive checklist to guide their preparation. This blog will outline the CMMC audit checklist items to include in your CMMC […]
How to Implement a Successful IAM Program: Best Practices
As more data moves online and sensitive information becomes more accessible, ensuring the security of your organization’s systems is becoming increasingly challenging. According to a recent survey by Forrester Research, 85% of companies reported experiencing at least one security breach in the past year. Compliance regulations such as GDPR and HIPAA require organizations to have […]
The Role of Third-Party Assessors in CMMC Audits
In the evolving cybersecurity landscape, the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) has emerged as a pivotal framework for organizations engaged in defense contracting. Any organization that is a part of the Defense Industrial Base and falls in the level 2 category with critical data will need a third-party assessment (similar to the traditional audit function). […]
The Importance of CMMC Gap Analysis for DoD Contractors
In the evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats, the Department of Defense (DoD) has implemented the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) as a standard for defense contractors to ensure the protection of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Federal Contract Information (FCI). As part of the preparation for certification, conducting a CMMC gap analysis is critical for […]
Top 7 Cybersecurity Technology Trends to Expect in 2024
Top Cybersecurity Technology Trends to Expect in 2024 As we venture into 2024, the realm of cybersecurity is on the cusp of transformation. With the rise of advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), cybercriminals are devising novel ways to exploit vulnerabilities and compromise security systems. Therefore, it’s critical to stay ahead […]
FCI and CUI for CMMC: Key Differences and Scope
Federal Contractor Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) are data provided by the federal government that may be received, processed, and stored on non-federal computer systems. To ensure the safety of FCI & CUI, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-171 (NIST 800-171) outlines specific guidelines for organizations to […]
CMMC 2.0 Scope: How Contractors Can Adapt?
CMMC 2.0 Scope: How Contractors Can Adapt? The Department of Defense has over 300,000 contractors, each posing multiple potential cybersecurity challenges. The Department of Defense (DoD) released version 2.0 of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), which includes significant changes to the CMMC scope of the certification. The updates aim to strengthen cybersecurity across the […]
Step-by-step CMMC Guide for Government Contractors
Step-by-step CMMC Guide for Government Contractors Do you know what’s coming down the pipeline for DoD contractors? If not, you could be in for a surprise. The Department of Defense (DoD) is gearing up to release the updated rule of its Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) in November 2023. CMMC compliance will be compulsory for […]
CMMC 2.0 and its Impact on Government Contractors
CMMC 2.0 and its Impact on Government Contractors There has been an alarming rise in the frequency of complex cyberattacks on the Federal Government’s systems and data. Preventing such attacks and safeguarding sensitive national security information has become a top priority for the Federal Government, especially the Department of Defense (DoD). The U.S. Department of […]