CMMC Compliance Guide
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Our experiences inspired the creation of The CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast and its accompanying resources. The podcast began as a way to share what we learned through real-world challenges—like helping that aerospace machine shop—and to provide accessible education for businesses navigating DoD cybersecurity requirements.
The CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast breaks down complex topics like NIST 800-171 and CMMC into actionable, easy-to-understand steps. Whether you’re a subcontractor struggling to meet compliance deadlines or a business owner looking to secure your supply chain, the guide offers practical advice to help you take control of your cybersecurity journey.
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Cyber AB June 2026 Town Hall Recap: Enforcement Data, Paper CUI Rules, Choosing a C3PAO, and the FAR CUI Update
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Jul 31, 2026 |
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CMMC Phase 2 Paused: Why the DoD's Reasoning Doesn't Add Up, and What to Expect After the 60-Day Review
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Jul 17, 2026 |
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CMMC Phase 2 Certification Paused for 60 Days: What the DoD Memo Really Changes (and What It Doesn't)
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Jul 15, 2026 |
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CMMC for Small Aerospace Suppliers: Real Costs, DIY Limits, Level 1 vs 2, and the November 2026 Deadline
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Jul 10, 2026 |
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Cyber AB May 2026 Town Hall Recap: External Service Providers, Marketplace 2.0, New Leadership & OSC Accountability Explained
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Jul 03, 2026 |
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New CMMC FAQ Clarifications: Joint Ventures, Paper-Only CUI, Reassessment Triggers & Where MSPs Actually Fit in Scope
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Jun 19, 2026 |
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The CMMC Reality Check: Gap Assessments, Documentation Overload & Why 30-Day Compliance Claims Are a Red Flag
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Jun 12, 2026 |
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CS5 West 2026 CMMC Recap for Defense Contractor
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May 29, 2026 |
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How Small Defense Contractors Can Handle CMMC Compliance
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May 22, 2026 |
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Why Contractors Fail CMMC Assessments and How to Prepare
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May 15, 2026 |
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Top CMMC Compliance Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
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May 08, 2026 |
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Can You Create CUI? CMMC Scope, ERP Systems, and Contractor Risk Explained
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Apr 17, 2026 |
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The Hidden Operational Workload Behind CMMC Compliance
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Apr 10, 2026 |
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CMMC Reassessments Explained: What Changes Trigger a New Assessment
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Apr 03, 2026 |
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How Prime Contractors Evaluate Supplier Cybersecurity and CMMC Compliance
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Mar 27, 2026 |
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CMMC Supplier Questions Answered: Level 1 vs Level 2, Costs, Scope, and Flowdown for DoW Contractors
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Mar 20, 2026 |
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CMMC Level 1 Self-Attestation Explained: Requirements, Evidence, and Risk
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Mar 13, 2026 |
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CMMC Scoping 101: The Most Expensive Mistake Contractors Make (And How to Fix It)
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Mar 06, 2026 |
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Key Takeaways from the January 2026 CMMC Town Hall: Hard Copy CUI, Scope, and Program Changes
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Feb 13, 2026 |
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Why Feeling “CMMC Ready” Isn’t the Same as Passing a Level 2 Assessment
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Feb 06, 2026 |
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CMMC FAQ Update: Timeline, Subcontractor Flowdowns, Enclaves, Cloud Rules, and VDI Scope Explained
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Jan 30, 2026 |
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How to Triage CMMC Compliance When You’re Overwhelmed and Short on Time
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Jan 23, 2026 |
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CMMC Evidence 101: How to Prove NIST 800-171 Compliance in a Level 2 Assessment
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Jan 16, 2026 |
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What CMMC Assessors Notice First: Early Red Flags That Fail Level 2 Assessments
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Jan 09, 2026 |
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CMMC Paperwork Without the Pain: How to Simplify Policies, SSP, and Evidence (Level 1 vs Level 2)
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Jan 02, 2026 |
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How CMMC Became a Competitive Advantage for DoD Contractors
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Dec 26, 2025 |
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NIST 800-171 and CMMC 2.0: How Assessors Actually Score You
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Dec 19, 2025 |
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Top CMMC Myths Debunked: Cloud, Vendors, Firewalls, and MFA Mistakes Explained
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Dec 12, 2025 |
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Plain English Guide to CMMC Level 1: Basic Cybersecurity Without the Headache
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Dec 05, 2025 |
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Top 12 CMMC Level 2 Requirements Explained: Gap Assessments, Scope, SSP, and POA&M
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Nov 28, 2025 |
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Cyber AB Town Hall Breakdown: Legal Lessons, Ecosystem Growth, and CMMC Phase 2 Progress
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Nov 07, 2025 |
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Highlights from CS5 East 2025: Operation Midnight Hammer, CMMC Updates, and AI Insights
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Oct 31, 2025 |
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How to Prove CMMC Compliance to Prime Contractors (Before You Lose Contracts)
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Oct 10, 2025 |
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Cyber AB Town Hall September 2025: Key CMMC Compliance Updates
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Oct 03, 2025 |
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Handling CUI Correctly: Compliance Risks and Best Practices
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Sep 26, 2025 |
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CMMC Final Rule Explained: Deadlines, Requirements, and Next Steps for Defense Contractors
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Sep 19, 2025 |
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The Role of NIST 800-171 in Your CMMC Assessment
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Sep 12, 2025 |
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The Truth About CMMC Enclaves: Pros, Cons, and Compliance Risks
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Aug 29, 2025 |
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Are You Really Ready for a CMMC Assessment?
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Aug 22, 2025 |
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When ‘Not Applicable’ Can Cost You Contracts
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Aug 15, 2025 |
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How to Make Real CMMC Progress: Even if Compliance Isn’t Your Full-Time Job
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Aug 01, 2025 |
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What You Missed: June Cyber AB Town Hall CMMC Highlights
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Jul 25, 2025 |
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6 Critical CMMC Questions Every Small DoD Contractor Should Know
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Jul 18, 2025 |
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CMMC on the Shop Floor: A No-BS Guide for CNC & Aerospace Machine Shops
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Jul 04, 2025 |
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Ceasefire’s Here, But Your Shop’s Still a Target: What the DoD CIO Just Told Defense Contractors
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Jun 27, 2025 |
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Breaking Down the Real Cost of CMMC Compliance for Small Businesses
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Jun 20, 2025 |
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How to Scope CMMC Correctly: Avoid Audit Failures, Over-Scoping, and Cloud Risks
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Jun 13, 2025 |
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What You Missed at CEIC West 2025: CMMC Culture, AI Labeling, and Subcontractor Risks
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May 30, 2025 |
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How to Identify and Fix Your NIST 800-171 Weak Spots
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May 23, 2025 |
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CMMC Day 2025 Recap: Key Takeaways, Real-World Mistakes & What SMBs Must Fix Now
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May 16, 2025 |
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Decoding NIST 800-171: Your Plain English Path to CMMC Level 2 Compliance
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May 02, 2025 |
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How to Improve Your SPRS Score Before It Costs You Contracts
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Apr 11, 2025 |
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The E.A.S.Y Framework That Makes CMMC Actually Doable
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Apr 04, 2025 |
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CMMC Compliance Consulting vs. DIY Compliance: Which Is the Smarter, More Cost-Effective Choice?
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Mar 28, 2025 |
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Your IT Provider: The Keystone to Passing CMMC – or the Hidden Risk That Could Cost You Everything
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Mar 21, 2025 |
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How the DoD’s Cybersecurity Crackdown Could Impact Your Aerospace Contracts
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Mar 07, 2025 |
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CyberAB January Town Hall Updates: Key CMMC & FAR CUI Rule Insights for DoD Contractors
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Feb 28, 2025 |
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CMMC Compliance: How to Win DoD Contracts & Avoid Costly Mistakes
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Feb 07, 2025 |
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FedRAMP Authorization vs. Equivalency: What Your Business Needs to Know
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Jan 24, 2025 |
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2024 Compliance Wrapped: Insights from CEIC East
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Jan 17, 2025 |
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Navigating the 48 CFR Rule: Essential Insights for DoD Contractors on CMMC 2.0 Compliance
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Nov 26, 2024 |
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32 CFR Rule Explained: Key Compliance Guide for DoD Contractors
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Nov 26, 2024 |
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How It All Began: The CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast Origin Story
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Nov 26, 2024 |
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October 2024 CyberAB Town Hall Recap: CMMC 2.0 Updates You Can't Miss!
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Nov 26, 2024 |
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A Conversation with an Assessor ft. Chris Silvers
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Nov 26, 2024 |
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November 2024 CyberAB Town Hall Recap: Essential CMMC 2.0 Updates for Defense Contractors
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Nov 26, 2024 |
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A Digital War or an Unreasonable Ask for SMB's? (WARNING: SOAPBOX EPISODE)
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Nov 26, 2024 |