What Really Happens During a CMMC Level 2 Certification?
In our latest IntelliGRC Podcast episode, Dr. Jerry Craig, VP of Information Security at Integris, shares firsthand insights from successfully completing a CMMC Level 2 certification.
If your organization is preparing for a CMMC Level 2 audit, this episode walks through what actually happens during the assessment.
Who Should Listen?
This episode is essential for:
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Companies in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB)
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MSPs supporting DoD contractors
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Organizations preparing for a CMMC Level 2 assessment
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Security leaders responsible for CMMC compliance
How CMMC Level 2 Differs from Other Audits
Many companies assume a CMMC Level 2 audit works like other compliance assessments. It doesn’t.
In this episode, we discuss:
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How CMMC differs from other audits
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Why many companies fail self-attestation
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What C3PAOs actually look for during a CMMC Level 2 certification
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Evidence required to pass
Enterprise vs. Enclave: Structuring Your CMMC Boundary
One of the biggest challenges in CMMC Level 2 certification is defining your assessment boundary correctly.
Dr. Craig explains:
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Enterprise vs. enclave strategies
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How boundary decisions affect audit scope
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How improper scoping delays certification
CMMC for MSPs: Strategy and Support
For MSPs, CMMC Level 2 presents both risk and opportunity.
This episode covers:
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How MSPs should structure service offerings for CMMC clients
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Shared responsibility challenges
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Common pitfalls that delay certification
Why CMMC Level 2 Is More Than a Regulatory Requirement
CMMC isn’t just a compliance checkbox. For organizations willing to prepare properly, CMMC Level 2 certification can be a competitive advantage within the DIB.
If you’re serious about preparing for a CMMC Level 2 audit, this episode provides insight from someone who has gone through it successfully.
Ready to understand what a real CMMC Level 2 certification audit looks like? Listen to the full episode now.
