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Cybersecurity Maturity Model
Certification (CMMC) Framework.
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework was developed by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to enhance the cybersecurity of the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). CMMC 2.0 simplifies the model into three levels of maturity and aligns more closely with established NIST standards.
CMMC Solutions
CMMC Strategic Security Assessment (SSA)
nGuard’s SSA evaluates your organization’s cybersecurity posture against the CMMC 2.0 Levels 1 and 2, with a focus on:
• The 15 required practices under Level 1 (aligned with FAR 52.204-21)
• The 110 practices required under Level 2 (aligned with NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2)
Our consultants help your organization:
• Identify compliance gaps
• Develop System Security Plans (SSPs)
• Build and maintain Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms)
• Prepare for third-party assessments or self-assessments as appropriate
Note: CMMC Level 3 (Expert) is planned for future implementation and not yet available for formal assessment. This highest level will introduce additional advanced practices (e.g., 24 controls from NIST SP 800-172) once it is rolled out.
CMMC Penetration Tests
While not explicitly required under CMMC 2.0, penetration testing is highly recommended as best practice. It helps demonstrate the effectiveness of key security controls across multiple domains, including Access Control (AC), Audit & Accountability (AU), and System & Information Integrity (SI).
nGuard offers tailored testing options:
• External & Internal Penetration Testing
• Web Application & API Testing
• Red Team Assessments
• Social Engineering
These proactive tests give you confidence that your controls will withstand real-world threats and meet CMMC’s security objectives.
CMMC Vulnerability Management
CMMC 2.0 Level 2 requires organizations to continuously identify and remediate system vulnerabilities in a timely manner. This includes maintaining processes for flaw remediation and regular scanning for vulnerabilities (per CMMC practices like SI.L1-3.14.1 and RA.L2-3.11.2). nGuard’s managed vulnerability scanning program supports these requirements through continuous monitoring and reporting. Our approach ensures you can show auditors a robust vulnerability management process that aligns with CMMC 2.0 expectations.
CMMC Awareness Training
Meet CMMC 2.0’s Awareness & Training (AT) domain requirements with customized training from nGuard. We help your workforce understand their security responsibilities under the CMMC framework and maintain readiness for assessments. Training programs are tailored to your organization’s needs and cover topics such as handling of Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), recognizing phishing and social engineering attempts, and proper incident reporting procedures. Ensuring all personnel are security-aware not only satisfies CMMC mandates but also builds a stronger security culture within your organization.
CMMC Cyber Security Incident Response
CMMC Level 2 mandates the establishment of an incident response capability (IR.L2 practices). nGuard’s incident response services help you fulfill the Incident Response (IR) domain practices and be prepared to quickly handle security incidents. Our CSIR offerings include:
• Playbook Development: We develop and refine incident response plans and playbooks aligned to CMMC requirements, so your team knows how to respond to various scenarios.
• Incident Simulations & Tabletop Exercises: Regular drills and tabletop exercises to test your response procedures and team readiness, ensuring you can meet CMMC’s standards for incident handling and reporting.
• On-Call Rapid Response Support: In the event of a real incident, nGuard’s experts are available to assist with containment, eradication, recovery, and forensic analysis, helping you mitigate damage and fulfill any CMMC reporting obligations.
Why Choose nGuard for CMMC?
For full alignment with CMMC, nGuard is the obvious choice. Clients choose nGuard for many reasons including:
Official CMMC RPO
nGuard is a Certified CMMC Registered Provider Organization, recognized by the Cyber AB (CMMC Accreditation Body). This designation means we are authorized to provide CMMC consulting services to organizations preparing for certification.
Credentialed Experts
Our team includes CMMC-certified assessors and Registered Practitioners alongside seasoned cybersecurity engineers and consultants with extensive NIST and CMMC experience. We stay current on the latest CMMC 2.0 updates and NIST guidance, ensuring your organization receives accurate, practical advice.
Longevity
Trusted since 2002, we’ve helped hundreds of federal contractors navigate security frameworks and prepare for audits.
Security Resources from nGuard
“nGuard has been a proven cybersecurity partner with us for over five years that understands our industry.”
— Joe Warling, Randolph Electric Membership Corporation
“nGuard not only does a thorough pen test, their remediation recommendations and tracking tool was a big help in addressing issues.”
— Allan Patek, Executive Director, Wisconsin Insurance Security Fund
“nGuard’s expertise in cybersecurity, their professionalism and flexibility is the reason why we hire them year after year.”
— Frank M. Furnari, Business Systems Developer, NJCRIB (New Jersey Compensation Rating & Inspection Bureau)
“The staff at nGuard are top-notch cybersecurity professionals. I find their knowledge, guidance, and expertise very helpful during our annual pen tests.”
— David Schultheis, IT Manager, Nine Network of Public Media
“nGuard’s cybersecurity and PCI expertise has been instrumental in helping us improve our cybersecurity posture.”
— Mark Krawczyk, Director of Information Privacy, Purpose Financial
“We have trusted nGuard as our primary cybersecurity consultants for 20 years. Our continued choice of and reliance on nGuard year after year is a testament to the professionalism, expertise, and exemplary service that we continue to experience.”
— Jeremy Noble, VP, Information Services, Atlantic Telephone Membership Corporation
“I have used several other large assessors in the past and I recommend nGuard above all others.”
— Scotty Westbrook, IT Director, Sampson Bladen Oil Company
“Through our long-term partnership with nGuard, we gain valuable insight from their advanced cyber-security tests.”
— Lynn Sturkie, Director of Technology Services, Lexington County
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