CMMC Readiness – Hartford New London (CT)

CMMC Compliance

Hartford, New London, and other Connecticut Department of Defense (DoD) contractors and subcontractors will soon be required to comply with the new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) standard. The new standard is designed to help counteract the significant increase in the compromises of sensitive defense information which is shared across the defense industrial base.

In the past, DoD contractors have been responsible for maintaining certain cybersecurity practices, but under the emerging CMMC requirements contractors must undergo third-party compliance assessments and implement additional security protections. Once implemented contractors and subcontractors will need to be compliant to be awarded contract work.

5 CMMC Maturity Levels (ML)

Phased in over a five-year period, CMMC includes 5 maturity levels based on a Connecticut DoD contractor’s access to Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). CMMC ML 1, known as basic cyber hygiene, requires the use of techniques such as antivirus and passwords to control access to FCI. The requirements become more complex reaching with Level 5, Optimizing, which requires standardized processes to address Advanced Persistent Threats (APT).

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New London CMMC Services

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

The CMMC is complex. ML 3 contains 381 discrete cybersecurity requirements spread among 130 practices, and 310 policy/procedure requirements spread among 51process 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)

About Hartford (CT)

Hartford, Connecticut, often referred to as the “Insurance Capital of the World,” is a historic and vibrant city located in the New England region of the United States. Situated along the banks of the Connecticut River, it is the capital of Connecticut and serves as a center for culture, education, and business. Here’s a narrative about Hartford, CT:

Nestled in the heart of New England, Hartford embraces its rich history while forging a path towards a vibrant future. From its colonial roots to its present-day status as a thriving city, Hartford’s story is one of innovation, resilience, and a deep appreciation for its cultural heritage.

Hartford’s history is deeply intertwined with the birth of the United States. The city played a significant role in the American Revolution, hosting the famous Hartford Convention in 1814, where key decisions were made to shape the nation’s future. The iconic Charter Oak, a symbol of freedom, stands as a reminder of the city’s contributions to American history.