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CMMC Compliance – Baltimore (MD)

Baltimore and Maryland Department of Defense (DoD) contractors and subcontractors will soon be required to comply with the new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 requirements. The CMMC program is intended to better enforce cybersecurity requirements across the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) to better protect Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

Three CMMC Maturity Levels (ML)

Once implemented, DoD contract solicitations will indicate the required maturity level for the winning contractor. If a contractor does not have the appropriate certification in the DoD’s Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS), then the contractor will be ineligible for contract award.

CMMC Level 1 will be added to contracts where FCI only will be received or generated by the contractor. Level 1 will require organizations to annually self-assess and affirm their compliance with the 17 Level 1 practice requirements, which are composed of 59 assessment objectives.

CMMC Level 2 requires a triennial third-party assessment and annual affirmation of compliance with 110 practice requirements, which are composed of 320 assessment objectives. Level 2 also expands the type of information system assets that are in scope for assessment, compared to Level 1.

CMMC Level 3 requires an existing Level 2 certification, and contractors will be assessed by the DoD for compliance against an additional 24 practice requirements. Level 3 also expands the type of information system assets that are in scope for assessment, compared to Level 2.

Readiness Preparation

By most estimates, organizations are likely to require 12-18 months to prepare for a Level 2 assessment. With the CMMC final rule likely taking effect during the first half of 2025, Maryland DoD contractors who wish to participate on new DoD contracts should start preparing as soon as possible.

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Maryland CMMC Services

Many Maryland DoD contractors will need assistance performing initial assessments to uncover issues, establish corrective actions, and chart a path toward CMMC readiness.

The CMMC is complex. ML 3 contains 381 discrete cybersecurity requirements spread among 130 practices, and 310 policy/procedure requirements spread among 51 process maturity requirements. The requirements are complex, and our team has almost 20 years of experience providing cybersecurity compliance services across many complex frameworks such as NIST SP 800-171, NIST SP 800-53, HIPAA, and others. As a CMMC Registered Provider Organization (RPO), our team can help DoD prime and subcontractors with the following:

  • Readiness Assessments and Gap Analyses Against the CMMC Framework
  • Assistance with Remediating Gaps Identified during Readiness Assessment
  • Assistance with NIST SIP 800-171 Self-Assessment that is recorded in Supplier Performance Risk System
  • Creating System Security Plans (SSP)
  • Creating Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M)

 

CMMC Readiness: De-Risk Your Compliance

Security Compliance = Secure Client Base

Scott McAuliffe and Chris Moschella provide an overview of the CMMC requirements and share readiness strategies that can help you reduce noncompliance risk, regardless of where you are in your readiness process.

December 18th, 2024 Webinar Recording

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Keiter provides CMMC readiness assessments and remediation services to DoD contractors across Baltimore and the State of Maryland. If you are interested in learning how we can assist your organization, complete the form below and a team member will follow up promptly.

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About Baltimore’s DoD Contractors

City of Baltimore LogoMaryland’s Department of Defense (DOD) contractors form a crucial component of the state’s defense ecosystem. These contractors play a pivotal role in supporting and augmenting the capabilities of various military installations and agencies in the region. Maryland boasts a vibrant defense contracting industry, with numerous companies specializing in aerospace, technology, cybersecurity, and advanced manufacturing.

These contractors work closely with DOD agencies like the National Security Agency (NSA), U.S. Cyber Command, and others to provide cutting-edge solutions, technologies, and services. Their expertise spans a wide range of fields, from developing state-of-the-art cybersecurity systems to manufacturing advanced military equipment.

The collaboration between Maryland’s DOD contractors and the military enhances national security, fosters innovation, and drives economic growth in the state. It’s a partnership that not only benefits the defense community but also contributes significantly to Maryland’s economy and technological advancements. The state’s DOD contractors continue to demonstrate their commitment to supporting the nation’s defense needs, ensuring that the United States remains at the forefront of military technology and capability. The area codes used in Baltimore (MD) are 410, 443, and 667.

National Reach

We also provide CMMC services to Department of Defense Contractors in Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Mississippi, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maine, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, the State of Washington, and Washington D.C.

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