C3PAO
Need a CMMC assessment to bid on DoD contracts?
Let OSC Edge Be Your certified C3PAO
OSC Edge is a Cyber AB Certified Third-Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO), uniquely positioned to guide and assess your CMMC compliance journey.
What is a C3PAO?
A C3PAO is an independent, accredited entity authorized by The Cyber AB to assess defense contractors' compliance with the CMMC framework. They serve as neutral evaluators who verify whether your cybersecurity practices meet the necessary maturity levels to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Federal Contract.
What We Offer:
- CMMC Level 2 Assessments – Performed as an authorized C3PAO
- CMMC Level 1, 2, & 3 Consulting – Guidance and advisory services to help you prepare outside of the formal assessment process
- Dedicated, impartial assessors
- Deep federal cybersecurity experience
- Pre-Assessment Readiness Review – Optional mock assessment that simulates the official process to help determine readiness and identify areas requiring correction.
- Detailed Reports with Clear Findings – Objective results that outline observed compliance status and any areas requiring attention
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Why It Matters:
Being CMMC certified is no longer optional for many defense contractors. Let OSC Edge help you clear the compliance hurdle and stay mission-ready.
Trusted. Experienced. Aligned with the Mission.
CMMC Readiness Checklist
Use this list to ensure your organization is prepared for a CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) assessment.
Organizational Preparation
- Assign a dedicated CMMC project lead or compliance officer
- Identify Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in your environment
- Understand which CMMC level (1, 2, or 3) applies to your contracts
- Establish a governance structure for cybersecurity compliance
Policies and Documentation
- Develop or update cybersecurity policies aligned with NIST 800-171 (Level 2)
- Maintain a current System Security Plan (SSP)
- Maintain a Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) for any deficiencies
- Ensure evidence and artifacts are available and organized for assessor review
Technical Controls
- Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA)
- Use encryption for data at rest and in transit
- Monitor and log access to systems and CUI
- Limit access to systems on a need-to-know basis
Operational Security
- Conduct regular security awareness training
- Perform routine vulnerability scanning and patching
- Maintain secure system configurations
- Have an incident response plan tested and documented
- Conduct a mock assessment to identify gaps
Partnering with a C3PAO
- Engage with a certified C3PAO early to understand timelines and expectations
- Identify the system boundary and scope
- Perform readiness assessment
- Perform a formal assessment