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CMMC compliance takes time and expertise. Explore our resources to learn more, find expert guidance, and achieve compliance.
While achieving CMMC certification demonstrates a commitment to your organization protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), an initial examination of your environment might reveal gaps in your cybersecurity that would prevent full compliance. Understanding the CMMC remediation process to close those gaps is essential to knowledge to navigating CMMC certification successfully.
CMMC compliance fosters trust with the Department of Defense by guaranteeing the highest standards of cybersecurity for safeguarding sensitive CUI and DoD information. However, achieving certification often requires addressing existing security vulnerabilities, some of which you may not currently be aware. This is where analysis and remediation play crucial roles. This roadmap will guide you in addressing identified gaps and deficiencies and closer to CMMC compliance.
The remediation plan should prioritize actions based on gap severity. Tailored solutions specific to your organization’s needs ensure efficient and effective remediation efforts. Allocate necessary financial, technological, and human resources to execute the plan.
Effective communication and collaboration are vital during the remediation process. Regular team meetings and progress updates foster cohesive efforts toward certification. Continuously monitor progress and adapt the plan to address evolving threats.
Integrate the remediation plan seamlessly into existing workflows to minimize disruption and solidify cybersecurity as an ongoing practice. Maintain a risk-based approach, focusing on vulnerabilities posing the greatest threat to sensitive data and assets.
With the plan set, start working the action items. Implement necessary technical and procedural controls to fortify defenses.
Thorough testing and validation of implemented controls ensure effectiveness. Cybersecurity is an ongoing process; regular assessments help identify areas for improvement and proactively stay ahead of emerging threats.
Cultivate a culture of continuous cybersecurity improvement within your organization. Encourage staff to embrace security best practices, raise awareness, and report risks promptly.
CMMC certification marks the beginning, not the end, of cyber vigilance. Stay well-informed of industry updates, evolving threats, and changing regulations to maintain compliance and a competitive edge.
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).
Aircraft systems, avionics, missiles, and classified DoD technology development
Defense parts, electronics, and component fabrication under DFARS and CMMC
Military medicine, biotech R&D, and protected health data in DoD-aligned systems
Design, prototyping, and systems integration across classified DoD programs
DoD-funded university labs and R&D centers handling sensitive CUI
Inventory, shipping, warehousing, and sustainment tied to defense contracts
Managed IT, secure cloud, and systems admin for DoD CUI environments
Aircraft systems, avionics, missiles, and classified DoD technology development
Defense parts, electronics, and component fabrication under DFARS and CMMC
Military medicine, biotech R&D, and protected health data in DoD-aligned systems
Design, prototyping, and systems integration across classified DoD programs
DoD-funded university labs and R&D centers handling sensitive CUI
Inventory, shipping, warehousing, and sustainment tied to defense contracts
Managed IT, secure cloud, and systems admin for DoD CUI environments
Space launch, orbital tech, and CUI-managed satellite comms systems
Secure base construction, facility design, and military infrastructure projects
Secure 5G, tactical radio, and network services for DoD communications
Military vehicle platforms, mobility systems, and armored transport design
Firearms, munitions, explosives, and ITAR-governed weapons systems
Space launch, orbital tech, and CUI-managed satellite comms systems
Secure base construction, facility design, and military infrastructure projects
Secure 5G, tactical radio, and network services for DoD communications
Military vehicle platforms, mobility systems, and armored transport design
Firearms, munitions, explosives, and ITAR-governed weapons systems
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.
CMMC remediation is the process of addressing cybersecurity gaps identified in a CMMC gap analysis to achieve CMMC certification.
CMMC remediation ensures that your organization meets the necessary cybersecurity standards to protect CUI and DoD information.
A CMMC gap analysis compares your current cybersecurity practices against the NIST SP 800-171a standard. Consider partnering with a certified CMMC RPO for a comprehensive evaluation.
Analyze the findings to identify critical areas that need remediation. Develop a CMMC remediation plan to address these gaps.
Understand your current cybersecurity landscape and how it will defend CUI. Conduct a CUI Boundary Analysis and a CMMC Gap Analysis to determine your scope and identify deficiencies.
Prioritize actions based on gap severity. Develop tailored solutions and allocate necessary resources.
Effective communication and collaboration are essential. Regularly monitor progress and adapt the plan to address evolving threats.
Implement necessary technical and procedural controls. Test and validate implemented controls. Foster a security culture.
Stay informed of industry updates, evolving threats, and changing regulations.
CMMC compliance takes time and expertise. Explore our resources to learn more, find expert guidance, and achieve 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.
