CMMC Gap Analysis & Scoping
We start with an audit of your current IT environment and security policies against the required CMMC/NIST controls. We precisely define your CUI Enclave to minimise the assessment scope and cost.
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Achieve CMMC compliance with clear gap analysis, tailored policies, and expert readiness support for audit success. The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a unified standard for implementing cybersecurity across the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). Developed by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), CMMC ensures that contractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) meet specific security requirements, making CMMC compliance for DoD contractors indispensable.
At SurkshaNow Partners, we leverage deep expertise in FedRAMP and NIST frameworks to help you navigate CMMC 2.0 compliance with precision. As a leading CMMC consulting firm USA, our proactive approach identifies gaps early, strengthening your cybersecurity and minimizing risk—ensuring you're fully prepared for the CMMC compliance audit services phase.
We perform detailed assessments against CMMC requirements and offer a CMMC 2.0 compliance checklist to identify priorities for remediation.
Our experts help develop and refine security policies, plans, and documentation to meet CMMC levels and ensure audit readiness as per the CMMC Level 2 certification process.
We provide actionable recommendations and support to address vulnerabilities and align your security posture with CMMC standards.
Through mock audits and readiness reviews, we prepare your team and systems for the official CMMC readiness and assessment phase.
Deep understanding of Defense Industrial Base (DIB) challenges, supply chain requirements, and contractor-specific compliance needs.
We facilitate smooth communication and collaboration during the CMMC 2.0 assessment guide and audit process.
At SurkshaNow Partners, our CMMC assessment methodology ensures comprehensive coverage of all domains and practices required for your target certification level
We start with an audit of your current IT environment and security policies against the required CMMC/NIST controls. We precisely define your CUI Enclave to minimise the assessment scope and cost.
Our experts help you design and deploy the missing technical controls, update documentation, and implement the necessary policies (SSP, POA&M), laying the groundwork for how to get CMMC certified efficiently.
We conduct a final, rigorous assessment identical to what a C3PAO will perform to identify and close any last-minute gaps.
CMMC is ongoing. We offer CMMC cybersecurity compliance services to ensure continuous compliance and readiness for your annual affirmations and triennial assessments.
Understanding the three certification levels and 14 security domains
CMMC 2.0: Three Levels of Certification
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CMMC Level |
Level 1: Foundational |
Level 2: Advanced |
Level 3: Expert |
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Information Protected |
FCI (Federal Contract Information) |
CUI (Controlled Unclassified Information) |
Critical CUI (Protection against Advanced Persistent Threats) |
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Practices Required |
15 basic cyber hygiene practices (based on FAR 52.204-21) |
110 security practices aligned with NIST SP 800-171 |
110+ enhanced security practices aligned with NIST SP 800-172 |
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Assessment Type & Frequency |
Annual Self-Assessment and executive affirmation |
C3PAO Assessment (every 3 years) or Self-Assessment (every 3 years), depending on contract requirements |
Government-led DIBCAC Assessment every 3 years |
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Target Audience |
Companies handling basic, non-public government information |
Most Defense Industrial Base (DIB) companies handling CUI seeking CMMC Level 2 certification |
Prime contractors and organizations handling highly sensitive program information |
Evaluating organizational frameworks to ensure structural integrity and compliance.
A US Department of Defense framework ensuring contractors meet mandated cybersecurity maturity levels. Aligns closely with NIST 800-171 security requirements for safeguarding Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
NIST & CMMC Compliance Specialists
Ex-Big Four Cyber Leadership
Defense-Sector Security Expertise
End-to-End Maturity Readiness Support
Strengthen your security and compliance posture with our comprehensive suite of services
Identify vulnerabilities and strengthen defenses with comprehensive security testing
Systematic evaluation of security weaknesses in your systems and networks
International information security management system certification
CMMC builds on NIST 800-171 by replacing self-attestation with mandatory third-party verification. Through CMMC compliance audit services, contractors complete the CMMC Level 2 certification process following a structured CMMC readiness and assessment approach to meet DoD requirements.
A CMMC gap assessment evaluates your current controls against required standards to identify remediation priorities. Through structured CMMC readiness and assessment, organisations prepare for the CMMC Level 2 certification process and streamline future CMMC compliance audit services.
It depends entirely on the data you handle. If your contract only involves Federal Contract Information (FCI)—basic non-public data provided by the government—you only need Level 1. If your company touches, creates, or stores Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), you will mandate a CMMC Level 2 certification to win or keep your DoD contracts.
A CUI Enclave is a segmented, highly secure environment within your IT network designed specifically to isolate and protect Controlled Unclassified Information. By scoping and building a dedicated enclave, SurkshaNow minimizes the number of systems and users subject to the strict 110 controls of CMMC Level 2, saving your business massive amounts of time and deployment costs.
Under CMMC 2.0, limited use of POA&Ms is allowed for specific, non-critical controls at Level 2, but they must be completely remediated within 180 days of the assessment. SurkshaNow helps you architect your POA&M correctly so it safely passes auditor scrutiny without risking your contract eligibility.
For most small-to-midsized defense contractors seeking Level 2 compliance, the process takes anywhere from 3 to 6 months depending on the maturity of your current cybersecurity posture. Our tailored 12-week framework is engineered to accelerate this timeline efficiently.