Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification 2.0 – Phoenix Tucson (AZ)

Phoenix, Tucson, and other Arizona Department of Defense (DoD) contractors and subcontractors will soon be required to comply with the new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 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 an Arizona’s 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 a Level 5, Optimizing, which requires standardized processes to address Advanced Persistent Threats (APT).

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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)

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Keiter provides CMMC readiness assessments and remediation services to DoD contractors across Arizona including in Phoenix and Tucson. 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

Arizona’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.

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