The DoD’s Cybersecurity Certification Model Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification, often called CMMC, is a program designed by the Department of Defense. It is a standard and certification model for defense contractors handling sensitive agency information. Before launch, DoD developed many iterations of the program to ensure contractors follow a unifying approach to protect sensitive defense information. … Read more
To ensure all government contractors are safeguarding sensitive information, the DoD has enhanced its security framework with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program, or CMMC. The CMMC program was introduced to protect federal contract information (FCI), controlled unclassified information (CUI), along with controlled unclassified information with no foreign dissemination (NOFORN). Why is CMMC compliance important? … Read more
CMMC 2.0 marks a significant stride forward in safeguarding sensitive information within the Department of Defense (DoD) supply chain. This updated framework establishes a more streamlined and effective approach to cybersecurity, enabling businesses and organizations involved in the DoD ecosystem to better protect their critical data. By adopting CMMC 2.0, stakeholders can ensure a higher … Read more
There have been changes made from CMMC 1.0 to CMMC 2.0, but the newest version has yet to be finalized. This article will detail the current state of CMMC along with recent updates on CMMC 2.0. CMMC Purpose Defense contractors and subcontractors working within the supply chain of the defense industrial base have become increasingly … Read more
Maintaining high levels of security for confidential information is critical to the mission of the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), which has established rules and guidelines for the safeguarding of classified and controlled unclassified information (CUI). These security requirements are designed to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information and to protect federal contract information (FCI) … Read more
Any contractor or subcontractor in the supply chain of the Department of Defense must adhere to strict data compliance guidelines through CMMC certification. This article will detail the CMMC requirements checklist needed for a business to work in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). CMMC Overview The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) must ensure that the companies they … Read more
There are quite a few changes between CMMC 1.0 vs. CMMC 2.0. Find out what they are and how they will affect your business. What is the DoD’s Cybersecurity Certification? Because of the sensitivity of information handled by companies that contract with the Department of Defense (DoD), contractors and subcontractors are required to achieve compliance … Read more
If your business works in the DoD supply chain, you will need to prove your CMMC compliance. The New Standard If you are a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) contractor, you may be subject to the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements. This standard outlines the cybersecurity requirements for DoD Defense Industrial Base (DIB) contractors in protecting sensitive information stored on their … Read more
