Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)

CMMC Readiness: Pass Your C3PAO Audit the First Time

CMMC requirements are now in effect. For organizations in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), achieving certification is an urgent business necessity.

You Can't Afford to Fail Your Assessment

There is a critical bottleneck in the CMMC ecosystem. The number of authorized CMMC Third-Party Assessor Organizations (C3PAOs) is extremely limited, and their schedules are filling rapidly.

You may only get one chance to book an assessment in time. Failing your audit due to a lack of preparation could mean being pushed to the back of a line that is months—or even years—long, jeopardizing your contract eligibility.

Get Assessment-Ready Today

Our CMMC readiness services are designed to ensure you pass your C3PAO assessment on the first attempt. We partner with you to:

  • Identify and remediate all compliance gaps.

  • Prepare all necessary documentation and evidence.

  • Conduct mock audits to simulate the real assessment.

Turn Compliance into a Competitive Advantage

Achieving CMMC certification is more than a regulatory hurdle; it's a strategic advantage. A successful audit:

  • Builds Client Confidence: Demonstrates your commitment to robust cybersecurity.

  • Positions You as a Trusted Partner: Secures your status as a reliable part of the defense supply chain.

  • Keeps You Ahead of Competitors: Ensures you are certified while others are still scrambling for an assessment slot.

Don't Risk Your Contracts.

Prepare now to make your C3PAO assessment a success. Contact us today to start your CMMC readiness engagement.

For the most current information on the CMMC Program, visit the official DoD CMMC site.

Infrastructure

CMMC Infrastructure & Network Consulting

Governance

Compliance Program Governance

Architecture

Technical Architecture Advisory

Training

CMMC Training & Education

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Crux Security Platform for your CMMC Program

Quickly start your security CMMC journey

Small to medium sized technology companies — protect your data, support client requirements, complete security audits, and respond to investment due diligence activities.

Our platform provides a complete and solid security program to support CMMC compliance. There is no easy button when it comes to CMMC. Let Crux's seasoned security professionals help guide your company through the nuances, challenges, and approaches to become compliant with CMMC.

  • Standards Aligned Policies
  • Automated Tools
  • Security Training
  • Progress Tracking
  • Support

What types of activites are included in Crux's CMMC Support Services?

Activities involved in the roadmap can vary widely depending on the maturity of the company. The focus of these engagements will be on the controls of NIST 800-171 or applicable CMMC frameworks, including, but not limited to:

Governance & Documentation

  • NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 3 alignment and gap analysis

  • CUI environment scoping and data flow mapping

  • System boundaries and enclave definition

  • System Security Plan (SSP) creation and updates

  • Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M) development

  • SPRS score calculation and reporting guidance

  • DFARS 252.204-7012 / 7019 / 7020 compliance mapping

Technical Architecture & Controls

  • IT and cybersecurity stack advisory

  • Secure network segmentation and architecture

  • System configuration baselines and hardening standards

  • DNS, VoIP, and wireless security configuration

  • Log management and SIEM tool integration

  • Vulnerability management and patching program

  • Asset inventory (hardware, software, applications)

  • Mobile Device Management (MDM) and endpoint protection

  • Secure email gateway (SEG) and DMARC/DKIM/SPF setup

Access & Identity Management

  • Identity and Access Management (IAM) design and deployment

  • Role-based access control (RBAC) and least-privilege enforcement

  • Multi-factor authentication (MFA) implementation

  • Secure remote access and VPN configuration

Incident Response & Resilience

  • Incident Response Plan (IRP) and playbook development

  • Tabletop testing and response exercises

  • Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BC/DR) planning

  • Threat intelligence integration and alerting procedures

Security Operations & Continuous Monitoring

  • Change control and configuration management processes

  • Continuous monitoring strategy and metrics

  • Log review and alert correlation

  • Integration of threat intelligence feeds

Personnel & Physical Security

  • Background checks and personnel vetting

  • Physical access control and visitor management

  • Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and confidentiality protocols

  • Security awareness and phishing simulations

  • Staff training and competency assessments

Supply Chain & Compliance Management

  • Data classification and handling procedures

  • Flow-down clause management for subcontractors

  • Supplier and vendor security reviews

  • Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) framework development

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