DFARS and CMMC are two concepts you need to understand if you are part of the Defense Industrial Base in any capacity. But if you have difficulties making sense of the differences between them, don’t worry: in this post, you will find everything you need to know. CMMC: The Basics CMMC stands for Cybersecurity Maturity…
While Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) tends to get all the attention, the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) also aims to protect Federal Contract Information (FCI). Read on to learn more about FCI and CUI, including their differences and how to safeguard them according to CMMC. What Is FCI? The term Federal Contract Information refers to…
Certifications Under CMMC Can you self-certify CMMC? The answer is yes, but only if you aim to achieve CMMC Level 1. In all other cases, self-certification is not possible. CMMC comprises three progressive levels that mandate an increasing number of cybersecurity practices as follows: Level 3 (Expert): 110+ practices Level 2 (Advanced): 110 practices Level…
As we have seen in previous posts, ITAR data cannot be shared with foreign nationals. But what about Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), the main object of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)? In today’s post, we discuss everything you need to know about CUI and foreign nationals. Keep reading to learn more. What Is Controlled…
When it comes to the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), there are many terms you need to be aware of. One of those acronyms is RPO or Registered Provider Organization. Keep reading to take a closer look at this important part of the CMMC ecosystem. About Registered Provider Organizations (RPOs) Before we delve into the…