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Tyndora for CMMC
CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) is the U.S. Department of Defense's mandatory cybersecurity standard for contractors and subcontractors. CMMC requires verified implementation of NIST 800-171 and 800-172 controls across three maturity levels. Tyndora automates control implementation and prepares organizations for C3PAO assessment.
CMMC — Department of Defense Cybersecurity Mandate
CMMC is mandatory for DoD contractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) or Federal Contract Information (FCI). Verification ranges from annual self-assessment at Level 1 to independent C3PAO assessment at Level 2 and government-led (DIBCAC) assessment at Level 3.
CMMC Scope & Requirement
- Applicability: All DoD contractors and subcontractors
- Data Scope: Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Federal Contract Information (FCI)
- Assessment: Varies by level — self-assessment (L1), C3PAO third-party (L2), DoD DIBCAC (L3)
- Certification Validity: 3 years (annual re-assessment required)
Who Requires CMMC?
Organizations that work with U.S. Department of Defense, handle government data, or participate in defense industrial base.
- ✓ DoD prime contractors
- ✓ Defense subcontractors
- ✓ Federal contractors
- ✓ Organizations handling CUI/FCI
- ✓ Defense supply chain organizations
CMMC Three Levels — Maturity Progression
CMMC defines three certification levels based on organizational maturity and data sensitivity. Organizations must meet their applicable level based on the type of information they handle.
CMMC Level 1 — Foundational
Basic cybersecurity practices for organizations handling Federal Contract Information (FCI).
Controls Required
17 practices
Assessment Type
Annual self-assessment
Primary Use
Baseline compliance
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CMMC Level 2 — Advanced
Intermediate maturity for organizations with specialized skills and resources. Required for most DoD subcontractors.
Controls Required
110 NIST SP 800-171 practices
Assessment Type
Triennial C3PAO assessment
Primary Use
Most common DoD requirement
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CMMC Level 3 — Expert
Highest maturity for organizations protecting CUI against advanced persistent threats.
Controls Required
110 + 24 from NIST SP 800-172
Assessment Type
Government-led (DoD DIBCAC)
Primary Use
Prime contractors, R&D organizations
Explore Level 3 →
CMMC Implementation in Tyndora
From control mapping to assessment readiness to C3PAO preparation.
NIST 800-171 & 800-172 Control Implementation
CMMC is built on NIST 800-171 (Level 2) and NIST 800-172 (Level 3) controls. Tyndora implements all required controls, generates documentation, and prepares evidence for assessment.
- NIST SP 800-171 control mapping (14 families, 110 controls)
- Security plan and implementation documentation
- Control testing and evidence collection
- C3PAO assessment preparation and scheduling
CMMC READINESS
Target Level
Level 2 (Advanced)
Controls in place
68 / 110 (62%)
Open gaps (POA&M)
42 in remediation
Next milestone
C3PAO assessment — targeting ~9 months
CMMC Assessment Process
CMMC Level 2 requires a C3PAO (CMMC Third-Party Assessment Organization) to verify your organization's practices; Level 1 is an annual self-assessment and Level 3 is assessed by the DoD's DIBCAC. The assessment includes document review, interviews, and technical testing.
Readiness Assessment
- ✓ Self-assessment
- ✓ Gap identification
- ✓ Remediation planning
C3PAO Selection
- ✓ C3PAO evaluation
- ✓ Contract negotiation
- ✓ Assessment scheduling
Official Assessment
- ✓ Document review
- ✓ On-site interviews
- ✓ Technical testing (2-5 days)
Certification & Compliance
- ✓ Report & findings
- ✓ Certificate award
- ✓ Annual monitoring
Achieve CMMC Certification
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