Choosing Your Ideal CMMC 2.0 Cyber Ecosystem

When selecting and vetting CMMC vendors and technologies, TurningPoint Consulting prioritizes solutions that are specifically designed to cost-effectively meet your CMMC requirements and have a track record of success in the defense industry.

We also check to ensure that our CMC FastPath™ ecosystem partners also meet the necessary CMMC requirements to avoid introducing new vulnerabilities into the supply chain.

Here are the TPC CMMC FastPath solution provider ecosystem categories:

1. Certified Third-Party Assessor Organization (C3PAO)

C3PAO organizations are authorized by CyberAB the CMMC accreditation body to connect CMMC assessments for companies seeking certification. TurningPoint Consulting can direct you to vetted C3PAOs who have these attributes:

• The C3PAO has many years of expertise with a high reputation
• At least 3 Certified Assessors on staff with CISSP and CIPP certifications
• Cross-industry experience – aerospace, defense, manufacturing, and IT
• Have a collaborative mindset vs. a “gotcha” approach.

2. Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs)

Many DIB companies, especially smaller ones, partner with MSSPs to help implement and manage the cybersecurity controls required for CMMC compliance. MSSPs can provide:

• 24/7 security monitoring and incident response
• Vulnerability scanning and management
• Security information and event management (SIEM) solutions

Managed firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems

3. Compliance Management Platforms

Specialized software platforms help companies track, manage, and document their compliance efforts. Key features often include:

• Gap analysis tools
• Policy and procedure management
• Evidence collection and storage
• Automated reporting capabilities

4. Cloud Service Providers

FedRAMP-authorized cloud services are often necessary to meet CMMC requirements, especially for:

• Data storage and backup
• Email and collaboration tools
• Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) platform

5. Identity and Access Management (IAM) Solutions

Robust IAM tools are crucial for meeting access control requirements. Common needs include:

• Multi-factor authentication (MFA) systems
• Privileged access management (PAM) tools
• Single sign-on (SSO) solutions

6. Encryption Technologies

To protect sensitive data, companies often need:

• Full disk encryption software
• Email encryption tools
• Virtual Private Network (VPN) solutions

7. Security Awareness Training Platforms

Automated platforms help companies meet the training requirements of CMMC, offering:

• Role-based cybersecurity training modules
• Phishing simulation exercises
• Compliance tracking and reporting

8. Vulnerability Management Tools

Continuous vulnerability assessment is a key requirement, often met through:

• Automated vulnerability scanners
• Patch management systems
• Penetration testing services

9. Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Software

GRC platforms help companies manage the complex requirements of CMMC, including:

• Risk assessment tools
• Compliance tracking and reporting
• Audit management features

Once all your CMMC 2.0 Cyber infrastructure is selected TurningPoint Consulting will help you create the optimal deployment plan to ensure all components are harmonized and effective.  You can learn about all the proven TPC CMMC FastPath solutions be setting up a discovery discussion.

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