Understanding the NIST AI Risk Management Framework
The question isn’t whether AI will transform your business—it’s whether you’ll manage the risks before they manage you. Every day, AI systems make thousands of decisions that affect real people:
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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…
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…
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…
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 cloud…
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…
How to Complete Your Security Risk Analysis for MIPS in 2025
MIPS or the Merit-based Incentive Payment System is a performance-based reimbursement program under Medicare, developed by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to reward healthcare providers for quality,
How to Prepare for your CMMC Certification
You’ve spent months implementing security controls to prepare for your CMMC Certification. Your policies are polished. Your System Security Plan (SSP) is complete. Now comes the moment of truth: the
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
How to Select the Right C3PAO for Your CMMC Certification
For many cybersecurity frameworks you’ve dealt with, self-attestation is acceptable and gaps may be justified with Plans of Action and Milestones. However, CMMC Level 2 flips the script entirely. There’s
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
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.
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
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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