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CMMC Compliance – Phoenix (AZ)

Phoenix and Arizona 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, Arizona DoD contractors who wish to participate on new DoD contracts should start preparing as soon as possible.

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Phoenix CMMC Services

Many Phoenix DoD contractors will need assistance performing initial assessments to uncover issues, establish corrective actions, and to 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 SP 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 Phoenix and the State of Arizona. 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 Arizona’s DoD Contractors

City of Phoenix AZ LogoArizona’s Department of Defense (DOD) contractors are vital contributors to national security and technological advancement. The state is home to a thriving community of defense contractors, specializing in various fields such as aerospace, technology, and cybersecurity.

These contractors work closely with DOD agencies and military installations, including Davis-Monthan Air Force Base and Fort Huachuca, to provide critical products and services. They are instrumental in the development and maintenance of advanced defense technologies, enhancing the nation’s defense readiness.

Arizona’s DOD contractors also have a significant economic impact on the state, creating jobs and fostering innovation. Their commitment to excellence and their collaboration with the military make them essential partners in ensuring the security and technological capabilities of the United States. Arizona’s defense contractors play a crucial role in supporting the nation’s defense efforts while contributing to the state’s growth and technological advancement. The area codes used in Phoenix (AZ) are 602 and 480.

National Reach

We also provide CMMC services to Department of Defense Contractors in Alabama, 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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