CMMC Compliance Guide
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.
Podcasting since 2024 • 48 episodes
CMMC Compliance Guide
Latest Episodes
Why Feeling “CMMC Ready” Isn’t the Same as Passing a Level 2 Assessment
Many DoW contractors feel confident they’re ready for a CMMC Level 2 assessment until assessors get involved. That’s when gaps in documentation, scope, and operational maturity start to surface.In this episode of the CMMC ...
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Episode 48
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20:14
CMMC FAQ Update: Timeline, Subcontractor Flowdowns, Enclaves, Cloud Rules, and VDI Scope Explained
The DoW just released updated CMMC FAQs that clarify the rules contractors keep getting wrong. In this episode, Austin and Brooke break down what the new guidance actually says, what it means for your scope, and where vendor and architecture de...
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Episode 47
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50:36
How to Triage CMMC Compliance When You’re Overwhelmed and Short on Time
When CMMC compliance starts to feel overwhelming, most companies don’t fail because they lack effort, they fail because they don’t know where to start.In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, Brooke and Stacey break down wh...
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Episode 46
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28:18
CMMC Evidence 101: How to Prove NIST 800-171 Compliance in a Level 2 Assessment
Get your free SPRS Roadmap here: https://cmmccomplianceguide.com/free-sprs-roadmapIn this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, Austin and Brooke break down the #1 t...
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Episode 45
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1:11:18
What CMMC Assessors Notice First: Early Red Flags That Fail Level 2 Assessments
What do CMMC Level 2 assessors notice first, sometimes within the first day, before they ever dig into your firewall configs or deep technical testing?In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, Austin and Brooke break down the...
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Episode 44
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44:33