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Gold Comet™ Solutions:
CMMC 2.0 CUI Support

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Gold Comet partners with C3PAOs to provide our multi-patented enterprise storage solution for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) accreditation process required for all participants in the federal supply chain.

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THE CMMC CERTIFICATION PROCESS

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Assessment

Organizations must undergo a comprehensive assessment of their cybersecurity practices and controls to determine their level of maturity against the CMMC requirements.

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Documentation

Organizations must document their cybersecurity practices, policies, and procedures to demonstrate compliance with the CMMC framework.

Signing a Contract

Implementation

Organizations must implement the necessary security controls and practices identified in the CMMC framework to achieve the desired level of maturity.

Certification

Once the assessment is complete and the organization's cybersecurity practices are deemed compliant with the CMMC requirements, they can seek certification from accredited third-party assessment organizations (C3PAOs).

YOUR CMMC COMPLIANCE GUIDE

A 4-STEP PROCESS TO
PREPARE FOR ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATION

Step 1:

Identify Your
CMMC Level and Requirements

Goal:

Establish the level, 1, 2, or 3, that your work requIres, and determine the scope of CMMC compliance factors you'll need to meet for certification.

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO:

  • Determine whether your organization handles Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
     

  • Identify whether you're required to meet Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3 of CMMC 2.0.
     

  • Map the associated security practices and assessment requirements for your level to the work you’re doing.
     

  • Review NIST SP 800-171 as the foundational set of requirements (especially for Level 2).

HOW GOLD COMET HELPS:

  • We partner with C3PAOs offering resources to distinguish between FCI and CUI and clarify your readiness requirements.
     

  • We support Level 2 controls, providing role-based access, secure data storage, data collaboration, encrypted messaging, and detailed audit logs.

Step 2:

Assess Current Gaps and Risks

Goal:

Define your current DSPM (Data Security Management Posture) and identify priority security vulnerabilities.

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO:

  • Conduct a self-assessment or third-party readiness review.
     

  • Create a System Security Plan (SSP) and Plans of Actions and Milestones (POA&M).
     

  • Identify gaps in key CMMC areas:  access control, data storage and sharing, audit logging, user authentication, etc.

HOW GOLD COMET HELPS:

  • Our platform maps to NIST//CMMC compliance controls.
     

  • We provide activity tracking as access logs, and secure sharing tools that support access control objectives.
     

  • We help simplify documentation management with our user-friendly dashboard interface.

Step 3:

Implement CMMC-
Aligned Security Tools and Policies

Goal:

Invest in a data management platform that provides the secure environment required for CMMC certification and develop organizational

security policies and standard operating procedures.

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO:

  • Implement a platform with tools that secure CUI, including encrypted storage, secure file sharing, and controlled.
     

  • Develop and enforce security policies governing account management, data classification, incident response, etc.
     

  • Train your users on how to handle sensitive data securely in accordance with CMMC guidelines.

HOW GOLD COMET HELPS:

  • We offer an integrated platform for secure data storage, data sharing, and messaging with quantum-resilience.
     

  • Our platform is built on a foundation of Zero Trust architecture, multifactor authentication controls, whitelist user access, and continuous monitoring, based on 10 awarded patents.

Step 4:

Prepare for Assessment or Certification

Goal:

Be audit-ready and fully documented for CMMC compliance validation.

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO:

  • If required, select a C3PAO for formal Level 2 assessment.
     

  • Submit self-assessments or documentation.
     

  • Perform a final review of your systems, policies, logs, and access records.
     

  • Ensure auditability across data storage, file access, and messaging sytems.

HOW GOLD COMET HELPS:

  • We centralize compliance records, e.g., file logs, access trails.
     

  • We keep your data protected before, during, and after certification.
     

  • We provide long-term data management, storage, and collaboration services with full, quantum-integrated security. 
     

  • All data management operations are protected within our proprietary cloud environment.

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GOLD COMET™ exceeds Data Management Requirements for CMMC Compliant Systems

CMMC Compliance Guide

In CMMC compliant systems, data must be stored securely to protect sensitive information from unauthorized access or disclosure. This includes implementing encryption mechanisms to safeguard data at rest and in transit, restricting access to authorized personnel through role-based access controls (RBAC), and implementing logging and monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to security incidents.

Organizations must adhere to the specific requirements outlined in the CMMC framework regarding data storage and protection. This may include encrypting sensitive data, implementing access controls, conducting regular security assessments, and maintaining audit trails to track access and changes to data.

Overall, data storage in CMMC compliant systems must align with the cybersecurity controls and practices outlined in the CMMC framework to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive information within the defense supply chain. Gold Comet continually seeks to exceed security requirements and assist our customers in establishing a robust DSPM system.

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CMMC BACKGROUND INFORMATION

WHAT IS CMMC 2.0?

CMMC HISTORY AND PURPOSE

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) emerged as a response to the growing threat landscape facing the United States' Defense Industrial Base (DIB). Originating from concerns about the protection of sensitive information and intellectual property within the DIB, the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) took action to enhance cybersecurity practices among its contractors and suppliers.

 

Formally introduced in 2019, the CMMC was designed to address deficiencies in the existing self-assessment model used by defense contractors. This model proved inadequate in ensuring consistent and sufficient cybersecurity measures across the supply chain. The CMMC aimed to establish a standardized framework that would require mandatory certification for all defense contractors and suppliers.

 

The CMMC was developed collaboratively by the DoD, defense industry stakeholders, and cybersecurity experts. It draws upon existing cybersecurity standards and frameworks, such as NIST SP 800-171, but introduces additional requirements tailored to the unique needs of the defense sector. The model underwent rigorous testing and refinement to ensure its effectiveness in enhancing the cybersecurity posture of organizations within the DIB.

 

CMMC 2.0 represents an evolution and refinement of the original Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification framework. Building upon the foundation established by CMMC 1.0, CMMC 2.0 introduces enhancements and updates to address emerging cybersecurity threats and evolving best practices. The updated framework aims to provide a more comprehensive and flexible approach to cybersecurity maturity assessment and certification.

 

The primary purpose of CMMC 2.0 remains consistent with its predecessor: to enhance the cybersecurity capabilities of defense contractors and suppliers within the DIB. By establishing standardized requirements and levels of certification, CMMC 2.0 aims to ensure that organizations possess the necessary cybersecurity controls and practices to safeguard sensitive information and maintain the integrity of the defense supply chain.

CMMC COMPLIANCE LEVELS

CMMC Level 1 - Foundational


At this level, organizations are required to implement basic cybersecurity practices to safeguard Federal Contract Information (FCI). This may include practices such as access control, incident response, and security awareness training.

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CMMC Level 2 - Advanced


Level 2 builds upon the foundational practices of Level 1 and introduces additional security controls to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Organizations at this level must demonstrate a more comprehensive cybersecurity posture, including enhanced access controls, encryption, and vulnerability management.

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CMMC Level 3 - Expert


Level 3 represents the highest level of cybersecurity maturity within the CMMC framework. Organizations at this level must implement advanced security controls to protect CUI and demonstrate a robust cybersecurity program. This may include capabilities such as continuous monitoring, threat intelligence sharing, and advanced incident response capabilities.

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