In an effort to strengthen the Defense Industrial Base’s (DIB) network and protect sensitive unclassified information from frequent and increasingly complex cyberattacks, the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) released its long-awaited proposed rule implementing its Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 program last year.

While the final rule is yet to be published, defense contractors could begin seeing CMMC 2.0 requirements incorporated into all government contracts as early as 2025 considering its latest proposed rule. So the time to start preparing for CMMC certification is now. 

At Secureframe, we’re committed to helping customers navigate the complexities of stringent data security frameworks like CMMC. Understanding the purpose, benefits, and process of complying with this framework can help set organizations up for success. 

That’s why we’re excited to announce our new CMMC Hub, a collection of 30+ free resources that covers everything you need to know about this framework in one place. Learn the basics of this framework, understand the latest CMMC 2.0 program requirements, get tips and resources for maintaining compliance, and much more. 

Check out the complete CMMC Hub. 

New resources to simplify CMMC compliance

As defense contractors are already subject to significant cybersecurity requirements, including DFARS 252.204-7012, CMMC builds on existing requirements, introducing new review and certification obligations to enhance the cybersecurity of contractors and subcontractors within the DIB.

Navigating the complexities of CMMC requirements is a daunting task, especially with the recent updates to the framework.

We built the Hub as a one-stop resource to demystify CMMC, with 30+ articles, templates, and checklists, and over a dozen illustrations, charts, and infographics. Our team of security and compliance experts, including former FISMA, FedRAMP, and CMMC auditors, added insights and best practices from their years of cybersecurity and auditing experience throughout the Hub. 

The Hub offers a self-guided learning experience. You can:

• Navigate sequentially to learn about CMMC from start to finish
• Use the chapter navigation to jump directly into the information you’d like to or need to learn about
• Choose a learning path depending on your knowledge of CMMC (Beginner, Intermediate, Expert)
• Use the search bar on the Hub main page to quickly find answers to specific questions 

What’s inside the CMMC Hub? 

The CMMC Hub is broken down into six main categories:

• CMMC Overview: Learn the basics of the CMMC framework, including its purpose, implementation timeline, information security controls, and who it applies to.
• Comparing CMMC to other Frameworks: Compare CMMC with other federal frameworks like NIST and FedRAMP and understand which government standards are required for your business.
• CMMC Requirements: Learn how to assess your CMMC 2.0 compliance level, determine which type of assessment you need, and the key documentation you’ll need to prepare.
• CMMC Certification Process: Learn how CMMC 2.0 assessments are conducted, plus typical timelines and costs for Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 certifications.
• Automating CMMC Compliance: Find out why automation is a game-changer for achieving and maintaining CMMC certification, and find out what compliance automation software can (and can’t) do.
• CMMC Tools and Resources: Browse a curated list of free tools and resources to help on your CMMC 2.0 compliance journey, including requirements checklists and policy templates.

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