Protect the Mission. Achieve CMMC Compliance.
Coalfire Federal provides expert CMMC guidance and official assessments to ensure your organization is fully compliant, allowing you to focus on your core mission with complete confidence.
For organizations entrusted with Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) the stakes are particularly high, requiring a meticulous approach.
As a C3PAO and CMMC expert, Coalfire Federal can guide you to CMMC certification. With our experience, we’ll help you achieve compliance.
Assist in the determination of in-scope organizational and systems environment.
Evaluate your organization’s current readiness state against your targeted CMMC Level’s practices.
CMMC Remediation support to close identified cybersecurity gaps and achieve certification-ready status.
Proposed CMMC Rule mock assessments help clients check their organization's controls and practice answering assessor questions.
Official C3PAO Assessment, recognized by the Cyber AB and Department of Defense, to determine CMMC Level compliance.
Please note that this FAQ is a summary and should be used in conjunction with the official CMMC documentation for precise guidance and compliance instructions.
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), is a three (3) level cybersecurity standards program. CMMC impacts US Department of Defense (DoD) contractors in the Defense Industrial Base. These contractors are currently required to implement 110 NIST SP 800-171 practices to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) under current DFARS 252.204-7012 contract obligations. Organizations must meet specific CMMC compliance levels based on the sensitivity of the data they handle, which directly impacts contract awards and eligibility for DoD contracts.
CMMC ensures that contractors handling DoD contracts implement necessary cybersecurity practices to prevent cyber threats and comply with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR) requirements.
Coalfire Federal has 20 years of experience providing advanced cyber support to highly-regulated organizations in the Defense Industrial Base Sector. As one of only a handful of C3PAOs (CMMC Third-Party Assessor Organization), we are uniquely qualified to guide you in your compliance journey. Learn how our CMMC assessment team can help you reach your compliance goals with verifiable, accurate results.
Coalfire Federal is one of the few C3PAOs (CMMC Third-Party Assessor Organizations) and has 20 years of experience providing advanced cyber support to regulated organizations in the Defense Industrial Base. We offer advisory guidance and assessment services to help you achieve your compliance goals.
CMMC 2.0 is the next iteration of the DoD's CMMC cybersecurity model. It streamlines requirements into three levels, aligns with NIST cybersecurity standards, and improves supply chain security posture and acquisition confidence. Self-assessments are acceptable for Level 1, while Level 2 aligns with NIST SP 800-171.
The Department’s model will significantly improve its supply chain security posture and acquisition confidence.
CMMC 2.0 includes a level-based model, focuses on Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) standards, and includes additional domains beyond NIST 800-171, providing a more comprehensive approach to cybersecurity. Learn more here.
CMMC Level 1: Foundational – Basic security practices for Federal Contract Information (FCI).
CMMC Level 2: Advanced – Comprehensive security measures for CUI, aligned with NIST SP 800-171.
CMMC Level 3: Expert – The highest level of security, protecting against Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) using NIST SP 800-172 controls.
Each level comes with unique requirements and assessment procedures based on the organization's role within the defense industrial base (DIB).
Purpose: Basic protection of Federal Contract Information (FCI).
This level is typically for organizations handling minimal sensitive data but still participating in DoD contracts.
Most defense industrial base (DIB) contractors will need to achieve CMMC Level 2 to remain eligible for DoD contracts and contract awards.
This level applies to organizations working on the most sensitive DoD contracts, requiring advanced protections beyond CMMC Level 2.
To meet CMMC compliance levels, follow these key steps:
Failure to meet CMMC compliance levels can result in:
Achieving CMMC compliance ensures:
By implementing the CMMC framework, organizations protect national security, improve cybersecurity practices, and enhance their ability to win DoD contracts.
The Cyber AB is the official CMMC accreditation body and the sole authorized non-governmental partner of the DoD in implementing and overseeing the CMMC conformance regime. The accreditation body verifies the credentials and qualifications of C3PAOs and ensures that they can deliver the appropriate guidance for contracting companies that are trying to meet the compliance requirements. It also establishes the framework and standards for becoming a C3PAO.
Coalfire Federal is your go-to CMMC partner, offering not just assessments but also comprehensive advisory services. As a certified C3PAO and RPO, we bring unmatched expertise to preparing you for an official CMMC assessment.
Proven experience conducting Joint Surveillance Voluntary Assessments (JSVAs) as an authorized C3PAO ensures a streamlined and efficient process based on first-hand experience.
Benefit from our unmatched experience guiding organizations through the CMMC compliance process as well as having performed several Joint Surveillance Voluntary Assessments (JSVAs).
Coalfire Federal provides expert CMMC guidance and official assessments to ensure your organization is fully compliant, allowing you to focus on your core mission with complete confidence.