CMMC is the Department of Defense (DoD) framework for verifying that contractors and subcontractors have the cybersecurity ...

To meet CMMC requirements, organizations need a security strategy that integrates technology, people, and policies. It is important to know when to use IT solutions and when to involve HR and ...

In a previous article in our CMMC series, we explored the key differences between the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification and past Department of Defense cybersecurity initiatives, namely the ...

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The landscape is shifting under the feet of government contractors as it is quickly becoming apparent that those who do not assess their security obligations now may be excluded from contract awards ...

The 11th hour for getting systems in line with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification 2.0 rules required to bid on federal Department of Defense contracts has already come and gone. Now, it’s ...

And given that CMMC has already been plagued by delays and lack of clarity, “It likely does influence how seriously some companies pursue CMMC compliance,” Pufahl said. For MSPs, CMMC implications can ...

In this series of articles, we explore the different certification requirements of CMMC Levels 1, 2 and 3; the impact on contractors and external service providers; and proposed next steps. Read our ...

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a cybersecurity standard introduced in 2020 to ensure that defense contractors and subcontractors protect Controlled Unclassified Information ...