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CUI for CMMC

For defense contractors working with the Department of Defense (DoD), managing Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) has become a critical compliance challenge. As CMMC Consultants we have guided organizations to identify…

Understanding the SAMA Cybersecurity Framework

What is SAMA?   SAMA, the Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority, is the central bank of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It plays a critical role in regulating the financial and…

Overview of PCI DSS

What is PCI DSS?   The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is a set of credit card data security standards designed by the PCI SSC to ensure…

Overview of FedRAMP

What is FedRAMP?   Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP), is a U.S. government-wide program established to provide a standardized approach to security assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring for…

Overview of SOC 2

SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls 2) is an auditing procedure focused on data privacy. It has been developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and is…

How to Comply with DFARS 7012

With the upcoming phase-in of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), it’s crucial for contractors to understand the existing regulatory framework, DFARS 7012, which mandates cybersecurity controls for protecting Controlled…

What is CMMC 2.0?

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0, launched in 2024, is a streamlined cybersecurity framework designed by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). It aims to enhance cybersecurity practices across…

What is CCPA?

The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) is one of the most far-reaching privacy laws in the United States. It came into effect on January 1, 2020 and is designed to…

Financial Services Modernization with GLBA

The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) is a U.S. federal law also known as the Financial Services Modernization Act of 1999.  It requires financial institutions to explain how they share and protect…

Your CMMC Roadmap

The path to CMMC compliance doesn’t have to feel like navigating uncharted territory. With CMMC requirements entering new DoD contracts and full implementation approaching rapidly, your organization needs a clear
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How to Select the Right C3PAO for Your CMMC Certification

What happens when your multi-million-dollar defense contract hinges on a single assessment decision that you can’t guarantee?  Unlike many other cybersecurity frameworks you’ve dealt with—where self-attestation was acceptable and gaps
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CMMC Compliance versus Certification

As a defense contractor familiar with CMMC, you’re likely encountering a flood of contradictory information about who can help you, what services you actually need, and whether you even need
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How to Select an RPO, RP, and RPA for CMMC Compliance

Selecting the right compliance professionals can determine whether your CMMC journey becomes a strategic advantage or a costly struggle. You need to have a plan that avoids common critical pitfalls.
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How to Comply with NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC

NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2 serves as the strategic foundation for CMMC compliance success. Organizations that master NIST implementation first can dramatically reduce CMMC certification costs, accelerate timelines, and increase
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Comparing NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC

As a defense contractor, it can be daunting to understand two complex security standards to win defense contracts. As CMMC Consultants,  we have helped several organizations navigate this maze and
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Mastering CMMC Documentation

CMMC is not just about having the right tools and controls in place—it’s about proving it. Documentation serves as your organization’s evidence that your security processes are not only implemented
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How to Create an SSP for CMMC

In today’s defense contracting landscape, cybersecurity compliance has become non-negotiable. With the Department of Defense (DoD) implementing the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework, contractors handling sensitive information must demonstrate
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10 Critical CMMC Pitfalls That Could Derail Your Certification (And How to Overcome Them)

In today’s defense contracting environment, cybersecurity compliance isn’t merely a checkbox—it’s a critical business differentiator. The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework represents the Department of Defense’s comprehensive effort to
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