The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a framework developed by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to implement cybersecurity practices and policies for contractors throughout the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). The loss of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) from the DIB has resulted in an increased risk to national security and the economy. To reduce […]
The 5 Levels Of CMMC Explained
Defense contractors that work with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) will soon be required to meet CMMC requirements to bid on contracts. The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) refers to a unified framework that enforces cybersecurity standards within the defense industrial base (DIB). There are currently more than 300,000 contractors within the supply chain […]
Who Needs to Comply With CMMC?
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), developed by the Department of Defense (DoD), is a cybersecurity framework that combines requirements and standards to measure the cybersecurity maturity of the defense supply chain. The DoD released the first version of the framework in January 2020. Over the next several years, contractors and subcontractors that process federal […]
How Does CMMC Certification Work?
In an effort to secure the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), the Department of Defense (DoD) is implementing the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). The DoD announced this next stage in DIB security in mid-2019 and has since publicly released several drafts, including 0.4, 0.6, 0.7, and CMMC 1.0. The DIB is a valuable target for […]
How To Increase Your CMMC Level
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a program that allows the Department of Defense (DoD) to ensure that all companies and subcontractors working with them are practicing sound cybersecurity policies. It defines five levels of cybersecurity that DoD contractors must meet in order to bid on and carry out projects in order to protect Federal […]
What CMMC Level Does My Organization Need?
Modern technology has made doing business easier in so many ways, but along with this convenience comes significant risk. Cybercriminals and hackers are becoming increasingly savvy, and the amount of damage they are capable of inflicting can devastate an organization. In response to this changing landscape, the U.S. government has tightened its regulations regarding data […]
What To Look For In A CMMC Consultant
As the Department of Defense (DoD) continues to move forward with tightening regulations surrounding the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification, or CMMC, many small and medium size businesses are turning to consultants to help them become compliant. Some may lack the in-house expertise needed to ensure compliance, while others would prefer to see their in-house experts […]
7 Reasons You Need A CMMC Assessment
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification, or CMMC, is a mandatory assessment for organizations and contractors who are bidding on contracts or subcontracts to work with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). The CMMC framework provides a certification element verifying that processes and practices have been implemented in a way that allows them to achieve a […]
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