Military contractors that work with sensitive information need to prove their security chops through NIST and CMMC compliance. If a contract requires CMMC Level 2, you’ll need to implement the entirety of NIST SP 800-171, including 110 unique cybersecurity practices.

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Cybersecurity within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) is a matter of national security. That’s why the Department of Defense (DoD) requires contractors to meet strict standards under the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). For many organizations, achieving CMMC Level 2 or higher may involve working with a specialized third party: a Certified Third-Party Assessor Organization (C3PAO). But what exactly does a C3PAO do?

If your business works with the Department of Defense (DoD) or operates within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), you’ve likely heard about CMMC certification. But understanding how to navigate CMMC 2.0—especially Level 2 assessments—requires working with a special kind of partner: a C3PAO. So, what exactly is a C3PAO, and why does it matter for your compliance journey?