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Getting assessed by a Certified Third-Party Assessment organization (C3PAO) is required for CMMC compliance — but not all C3PAOs are made equal. 

As defense contractors and manufacturers progress toward CMMC Level 2 compliance, a critical area of ambiguity lies in how Operational Technology (OT) is treated within the current Level 2 Scoping Guide. Specifically, the treatment of OT within the category of “specialized assets” leaves significant room for interpretation — and potential misalignment with the practical realities of OT risk management. 

CUI-CON 2025 just wrapped up, and we had the pleasure of attending and sponsoring a booth this year. Stationed at Booth #4, we spoke to a variety of guests from OSCs (Organizations Seeking Compliance) and vendors, getting a feel for the attitudes toward this year’s event.  

Clearwater, FL – March 5, 2025 – 112Cyber, a leading cyber risk and compliance solutions provider based in Clearwater, Florida, is proud to announce that it has officially achieved C3PAO (Certified Third-Party Assessor Organization) authorization. This milestone marks a significant advancement in the company’s ability to provide consulting services to organizations seeking Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. 

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) process has become a critical component for organizations working with the Department of Defense (DoD). As we approach 2025, many Certified Third-Party Assessment Organizations (C3PAOs) are gearing up for upcoming assessments. Ensuring readiness is crucial to achieving certification and maintaining compliance. Here are our top five tips to help you prepare for your C3PAO assessment in 2025. 

At CEIC East — one of the nation’s leading CMMC conferences — 112Cyber Co-Founder and CEO Jim Barge was interviewed about what makes 112Cyber unique in its mission to empower organizations to reduce the cost, complexity, and workload of compliance. Check out the interview below.

Achieving and maintaining compliance with frameworks like the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) can feel overwhelming. For organizations struggling with limited resources, CMMC Accelerator and Oversight offer a strategic, cost-efficient alternative. 

The Department of Defense (DoD) has finally released the final rule for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Program—32 CFR Part 170. This rulemaking will officially be published December 15th, 2024 and effective December 16th, 2024.