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CMMC Consulting

Strengthen your defense against threats and secure DoD contracts with our expert CMMC consulting services.

About Our CMMC 2.0 Consulting Services

The Department of Defense (DoD) supply chain is undergoing a massive transformation with the rollout of CMMC 2.0. Organizations within the supply chain, including prime contractors and subcontractors, need to ensure they are compliant with the new requirements to remain competitive. 

At TestPros, we understand that every organization is unique and at a different point in the compliance process. Whether you need help with an assessment, documentation, or just some consulting on requirements, TestPros is hear to guide you every step of the way.

As a Certified Third-Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO), TestPros can also provide independent assessments for CMMC certification, ensuring your organization meets all the necessary standards.

If you want to keep doing business in the defense industry, the time to act is now.

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TestPros provides Information Technology (IT) support services to a wide range of commercial and U.S. Federal, State, and Local Government customers. Established in 1988, our services are based on trust, quality, efficiency, and innovation to drive the mission of our customers. In the realm of information systems, we prioritize risk assessments and risk management to ensure business continuity.

What is a CMMC consultant?

A CMMC consultant is an individual expert in the CMMC program that guides organizations through the certification process and helps them protect their data and IT systems. They also assist with implementing new policies, procedures, and technologies required to achieve compliance.

What is CMMC compliance?

CMMC compliance is a cybersecurity requirement put in place by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to ensure that any organization looking to do business with the DoD is taking appropriate measures to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

The CMMC stands for Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification and includes three incremental levels that measure the maturity of the organization’s security practices. In order to qualify for DoD contracts, an organization must achieve at least a level 1 certification and higher levels may be required depending on the specific contract.

Does my company need to be CMMC certified?

It depends on your company’s specific services and activities, as well as any existing DOD contracts or work related to projects involving sensitive government data. Generally speaking, if your company handles or stores such data, you will likely need to be CMMC certified.
Updates in CMMC 2.0

What are the requirements?

In the latest framework, your level is determined by the type of information your organization handles. According to the DoD, all companies in Level 1 can register self-assessments and affirmations in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS). Those that fall under Level 2 likely require a third-party audit, while Level 3 organizations require a government-official (DoD) assessment.
CMMC 2.0 Requirements

Level 1 Foundational

This certification level is for vendors managing less critical information (FCI only). An annual self-assessment is required in Level 1, which consists of 17 security controls based on FAR 52.204-21. Keep in mind, at this level you can be audited at anytime. Seeking outside help is a wise decision.

Level 2 Advanced

Level 2 includes businesses that manage controlled unclassified information (CUI). This advanced level covers 110 security controls specified in the NIST SP 800-171 standard

Organizations that manage information considered critical to national security are required to undergo a third-party assessment. Once awarded, certification lasts for three years. However, those who submit self-assessments are required to do so annually.

Level 3 Expert

This level, which builds on Level 2 and is regarded as an expert level for the highest priority DoD suppliers, adding a portion, if not all of NIST SP 800-172 controls. For businesses at this level, the federal government (DoD) will carry out audits.
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Who can perform a CMMC audit?

A CMMC audit can only be conducted by a qualified third-party assessment organization (C3PAO) that is accredited by the DoD. C3PAOs are responsible for verifying and assessing a company’s compliance with the CMMC standards and requirements. 

TestPros has been registered as a C3PAO by the CMMC-AB and is authorized to audit organizations for CMMC compliance.

3 Steps to Certification

Gap Analysis

Interpreting compliance standards can be challenging. We will guide you through the procedure so that you may meet CMMC compliance criteria. You will know exactly where you stand and what gaps must be filled to pass your third-party audit.

Planning for Remediation and Preparing for Audits

This stage outlines how you will install the missing security measures after having the findings of your gap analysis in hand. The procedures will incorporate both technical and non-technical controls. This includes the necessary documentation required. Then we will conduct a pre-assessment to ensure you’re prepared for the final certification audit by a C3PAO (TestPros).

Ongoing Management of Cyber Security

As soon as you achieve CMMC compliance, you must manage your installed controls. Many businesses outsource security even if they have an internal IT staff. It’s the most effective way to bring in all the knowledge, skills, and technologies required for advanced security.

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Why Choose Us

To help you understand your company’s position, TestPros offers the following:

Compliance takes time and money. Some companies might fear how much it will cost to develop an effective compliance program. We can lift this weight off your shoulders.

TestPros offers a “real-world” concrete benefit. We bring your organization into documented CMMC compliance. And also protect your business operations from the hostile cyber environment faced by international businesses.

Be prepared, and don’t be caught off guard. To discuss your requirements, book a discovery call with one of our CMMC experts today! 

FAQs

Most frequent questions and answers
HOW LONG DOES CERTIFICATION TAKE?

Obtaining Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) can be a complicated and lengthy process depending on the size of your organization, the number of systems you have in place, and the level of security maturity you are aiming to achieve. 

It is not unusual for the process to take several months, but there are no guarantees on exact timeframes as each organization’s situation can be different. In general, it is recommended you plan on completing the entire certification process within 3-6 months to ensure adequate preparation time.

The cost to achieve certification also depends on the complexity of your organization and the level of certification desired. Generally speaking, organizations should expect to pay for external assessment fees as well as preparation and implementation costs. The exact costs vary depending on your organization’s security measures. 

Additionally, organizations should factor in the cost of any necessary training or consulting services that may be needed to ensure they have a comprehensive understanding of their security posture and the steps required for successful certification – so make sure to include those expenses too!

NIST is a federal organization that develops standards for other government agencies, such as the DoD. In response to their need for a robust security system, the DoD created CMMC – a security certification program with precise criteria that must be met. 

So, NIST offers broad cybersecurity counsel while CMMC provides more specific instructions necessary for successful completion.

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Our Process

Our remediation process is streamlined to deliver efficient and effective results:

1

Initial Consultation

We start with an initial consultation to understand your organization’s needs and the scope of your digital assets. This includes identifying key web pages, documents, and other ICT that require auditing.

2

Automated Tools Assessment

Using advanced automated tools, we conduct a preliminary scan of your ICT to identify obvious accessibility issues. This step helps streamline the manual testing process by highlighting areas of concern.

3

Manual Testing

Our experts perform detailed manual testing on your ICT assets, including web pages, documents, and applications. This process identifies issues that automated tools may miss, such as nuanced content accessibility guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 Level AA requirements and real-world usability with assistive technologies.

1

Initial Consultation

We start with an initial consultation to understand your organization’s needs and the scope of your digital assets. This includes identifying key web pages, documents, and other ICT that require auditing.

2

Automated Tools Assessment

Our experts perform detailed manual testing on your ICT assets, including web pages, documents, and applications. This process identifies issues that automated tools may miss, such as nuanced content accessibility guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 Level AA requirements and real-world usability with assistive technologies.

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