A robust cybersecurity posture makes all the difference due to the sophistication and constantly changing nature of modern digital threats to websites and internet-connected systems. From insider threats and phishing attempts that leverage social engineering for system access to brute-force attacks via DDoS, SQL injections, or zero-day exploits, cybersecurity threats span the gamut, depending on who wants your data or to disrupt your operations and why. With new cybersecurity threats emerging daily, the Department of Defense (DoD) requires a cybersecurity certification for individuals, businesses, and organizations that access information systems of official government organizations or federal agencies. Let’s look at what goes into getting certifications like the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and if your mission requirements demand your organization get one.
The Importance of Cybersecurity Certification
Designed to confirm your company’s compliance with specific cybersecurity practices and standards, cybersecurity certification as a Cyber-AB Registered Practitioner ensures companies follow the correct procedures to properly safeguard sensitive defense, program, defense, and industrial data. This certification helps businesses with government partnerships support national security with standards and frameworks such as NIST SP800-171 and CMMC, which outline how to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Further, companies must integrate cybersecurity tech like firewalls, encryption, and systems that detect intruders to further defend digital infrastructure. Likewise, staff in sensitive roles should have a firm awareness and solid capabilities via training on best practices to help them recognize social engineering attempts that exploit their data.
Other U.S. Department of Defense regulations covered by this certification include:
- FAR 52.204-21
- DFARS 252.204-7012
- DFARS 252.204-7019
- DFARS 252.204-7020
CMMC Resources
Adherence to CMMC rules has three maturity levels: Level 1 – Foundational, Level 2 – Advanced, and Level 3 – Expert. A comprehensive framework overseen by the CMMC Accreditation Body (CMMC-AB) includes roles. Keep in mind that Cyber-AB has the only partnership with the U.S. Department of Defense for certifying professionals like Cyber-AB Registered Practitioners. In this role, they use third-party assessors to help businesses gain and maintain compliance with applicable government regulations.
How to Get Ready to Implement New Cybersecurity Regulations
Your organization needs the best cybersecurity possible when it does business with federal agencies or an official government organization. That’s why you need CMIT Solutions on your side when you need to fortify your internal systems against intruders and better safeguard sensitive information. Maitjian Welke is a certified CMMC Registered Practitioner (RP) by Cyber-AB and offers an expansive suite of managed IT and security measures you can use to boost your resilience against internet threats.