Streamlining CMMC Compliance - Insights from Industry Leaders

Achieving CMMC compliance is crucial for organizations dealing with the Department of Defense (DoD).

During a recent Fortify Experts CISO roundtable, security leaders shared their strategies and insights on streamlining the CMMC compliance process.?

Brian Rhodes, a certified CMMC assessor with iFortriss provided an overview presentation of CMMC which can be found here:?CMMC Overview and Compliance Process?

The conversation was supported by two other CMMC assessors including:??

• Dr. Chris Golden?– founding CMMC board member and trainer of provisional auditors.
• Matt Palguta?– Certified CMMC Auditor.

This summary captures their recommendations, experiences, and possible shortcuts to expedite compliance without compromising security.

CMMC compliance is daunting due to its stringent requirements and comprehensive standards.

Although the CMMC framework is complex, it is designed to protect critical information. - Brian Rhodes

Key Challenges:

1. Understanding CMMC Level Requirements: Many organizations struggle with comprehending the full scope of CMMC requirements.
2. Resource Allocation:?Smaller organizations often lack the resources needed for full compliance and can be a significant barrier to achieving CMMC compliance.
3. Maintaining Continuous Compliance:?CMMC is not a one-time effort; it requires continuous monitoring and updating. Ensuring ongoing compliance is as challenging as the initial certification.

Historical Context and Evolution

Rhodes provided a historical overview to emphasize the longevity and evolution of the CMMC requirements. The requirements are based off of NIST and have been around for 6.5 years. The CMMC framework evolved over the last several years, but specifically in December of 2017, these rules gained more substance.

Predicted Future Trends

Looking ahead, Rhodes speculated about future developments:

• 2024:? Should set the final standard for the CMMC on all new DoD contracts.
• 2025:? Will see a smoother certification process based on pilot programs and refinements.?
• 2026:? Expected for CMMC to expand beyond defense contracts.?

Practical Strategies to Streamline CMMC Compliance?

5 Key Strategies.....

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