The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a framework developed by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to enhance the cybersecurity posture of contractors handling Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
Why Do You Need to Do CMMC?
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a framework developed by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to enhance the cybersecurity posture of contractors handling Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
Required for DoD Contracts
Any organization that wants to bid on DoD contracts must meet the documented CMMC requirements.
Protect Sensitive Information
Ensure that you follow best cybersecurity practices to safeguard FCI and CUI data from cyber threats
Competitive Advantage
Companies with the appropriate CMMC certification can access more contracts and demonstrate cybersecurity maturity to partners and customers.
Regulatory Compliance
CMMC aligns with existing regulations like NIST 800-171, helping you meet or exceed broader cybersecurity obligations.
Risk Reduction
Reduces your risk of cyber incidents that could lead to financial loss, reputational damage, or national security threats.
Alignment with Industry Standards
CMMC aligns with established cybersecurity standards such as NIST SP 800-171 and NIST 800-53, with significant overlap in control requirements across these frameworks. By achieving CMMC compliance, contractors can simultaneously satisfy key elements of multiple regulatory standards.
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Federal Contract Information (FCI)
Information provided by or generated for the U.S. government under a contract that is not intended for public release. It includes data related to contract performance but does not include publicly available information.
- CMMC Compliance – If your company is limited to FCI, you must comply with CMMC Level 1 security requirements.
- Basic Cybersecurity Protections – Organizations must implement 17 basic cybersecurity practices, as defined by FAR 52.204-21, to safeguard FCI from unauthorized access.
- Entry Requirement for DoD Contractors – If your company currently contracts with the DoD, you must secure Level One certification in 2025 to maintain existing contracts or bid on new DoD opportunities.
Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
Information provided by or generated for the U.S. Government under a contract that is that requires safeguarding or dissemination controls under federal regulations but is not classified.
- Regulatory Requirement – Organizations handling CUI must comply with security standards like NIST 800-171 and require CMMC Level 2.
- National Security & IP Protection – CUI includes sensitive data and financial records that would potentially pose national security risks, if exposed.
- DoD Contracting Requirement – If your company contracts with the US DoD or is planning to do so,. protecting CUI is mandatory to qualify for contracts.
- Examples of CUI
- Technical drawings and schematics
- Export-controlled research (ITAR, EAR)
- Law enforcement reports
- Critical infrastructure details
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