Accredited C3PAO
CMMC Certification
Official CMMC Level 2 assessments conducted by Certified Assessors and submitted directly to DoD eMASS — from the Space Coast's only Accredited C3PAO. No consulting upsells. Just rigorous, independent assessments.
CMMC Level 2 Assessment
As an Accredited C3PAO listed on the Cyber AB marketplace, Cybersec Investments is one of the few firms authorized to conduct official CMMC Level 2 assessments that the DoD accepts for contract compliance. This is the only path to a recognized CMMC certificate.
Our team of CMMC Certified Assessors (CCAs) evaluates all 110 NIST SP 800-171 requirements across your environment — documenting findings, reviewing evidence, and submitting results directly to CMMC eMASS on your behalf.
Why Accreditation Matters
An Accredited C3PAO Carries More Weight
Any C3PAO listed on the Cyber AB Marketplace can conduct CMMC assessments and issue certifications the DoD accepts — but not all C3PAOs are accredited. A certificate assessed by an Accredited C3PAO like Cybersec Investments carries added credibility with your prime contractor and the DoD.
Being accredited means Cybersec Investments met the CMMC program’s 32 CFR Part 170 requirement and passed an independent ISO/IEC 17020:2012 audit by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) under Cyber AB oversight — the international standard for the competence and impartiality of assessment bodies.
Cybersec Investments is officially listed — you can verify our status at any time on the Cyber AB website, giving your prime contractor and the DoD confidence in your certification.
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Accredited — First in the Nation
Cybersec Investments holds Accredited C3PAO status through the Cyber Accreditation Body (Cyber AB) — the highest level of certification available to any CMMC assessment organization. We are among the first Accredited C3PAOs in the nation.
Accreditation is not automatic. To earn it, Cybersec Investments underwent a rigorous independent audit conducted by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) — one of the most respected accreditation bodies in the world — under direct oversight of the Cyber AB. That audit verified our operations, processes, and assessment methodology conform in full to ISO/IEC 17020:2012, the international standard governing the competence and impartiality of inspection bodies.
ISO/IEC 17020:2012 sets the gold standard for independence and technical rigor. It means our assessors are free from conflicts of interest, our processes are independently validated, and every CMMC assessment we deliver meets a bar that most cybersecurity firms are never held to. When you receive a CMMC certificate from Cybersec Investments, it carries the weight of that accreditation behind it.
It's also worth noting that 32 CFR Part 170 — the federal regulation that governs the CMMC program — explicitly directs C3PAOs to obtain ISO/IEC 17020:2012 accreditation. This is not optional guidance; it is a regulatory requirement written into federal law. Cybersec Investments pursued and achieved accreditation ahead of the compliance deadline, demonstrating a commitment to accountability that goes beyond minimum requirements. When you work with us, you're working with a C3PAO that was ready before it was required.
How It Works
Your Path to CMMC Certification
The four phases of the official CMMC Assessment Process (CAP) — conducted by Cybersec Investments as an Accredited C3PAO.
Phase 1 — Pre-Assessment
We validate your assessment scope, review your System Security Plan (SSP), confirm readiness, and complete the CAP Pre-Assessment Form — ensuring no surprises before the formal process begins.
Phase 2 — Conformity Assessment
Our C3PAO assessors apply the FOCUSED methodology — examining, interviewing, and testing your controls against all 110 NIST SP 800-171 practices across 14 domains per 32 CFR Part 170.
Phase 3 — Reporting
We compile your scored findings, complete a rigorous Quality Assurance review, and submit your official assessment results to the DoD's CMMC eMASS system.
Phase 4 — Close-Out
You receive your Final or Conditional Certificate of Status. Any open findings are managed through a 180-day POA&M remediation plan, keeping your certification path on track.
All 14 Domains Covered
110 / 110 Practices Met
Our assessments evaluate every requirement across all 14 CMMC Level 2 control families — no exceptions.
Workforce Qualifications
DoD 8140.03-Qualified Assessors
DoD Manual 8140.03 establishes the certification requirements for personnel who access, manage, or assess DoD information systems. Our assessors hold qualifications recognized at the Advanced level — the highest tier under the directive.
| Work Role | Level | Qualifying Certifications Held |
|---|---|---|
| Security Architect | ADVANCED | CISSP, CISM, CISA |
| Cybersecurity Manager | ADVANCED | CISM, CISSP |
| Cyber Defense Analyst | INTERMEDIATE | CySA+, CISA |
| IS Security Assessor | ADVANCED | CISA, CISSP, CISM |
| CMMC Assessor | ADVANCED | LCCA, CCA, CCP |
Per DoD Manual 8140.03 — Cyberspace Workforce Qualification and Management Program. Our team qualifies at the Advanced level across multiple work roles.
Common Questions
CMMC FAQ
Answers to the most frequent questions we hear from defense contractors navigating CMMC requirements.
Yes, in most cases. CMMC requirements flow down from prime contractors to subcontractors wherever CUI or FCI is handled. If your prime contractor's contract includes CMMC requirements, those obligations extend to subcontractors who handle the same information. Review your subcontract carefully — and if you're unsure, contact us to schedule a discovery call.
Timeline varies based on organization size, scope, and how well-prepared you are. A typical Level 2 assessment takes 2–4 weeks of active assessment activity. Total project time from engagement to final certification submission is typically 4–8 weeks depending on organization size, scope complexity, and documentation readiness.
CMMC Level 1 covers 17 basic safeguarding practices for Federal Contract Information (FCI) and can be self-assessed annually. CMMC Level 2 covers 110 security requirements from NIST SP 800-171 for organizations that handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) — most Level 2 contracts require a third-party assessment by a C3PAO like Cybersec Investments every three years.
CMMC Level 2 assessments are governed by 32 CFR Part 170, DFARS clause 252.204-7012, and the assessment objectives defined in NIST SP 800-171A. Our assessors maintain deep expertise across all applicable DoD policies and regulations to ensure every assessment is conducted to the highest professional standard.
If deficiencies are identified during a formal CMMC assessment, the assessor works with you to document findings. Depending on the severity, you may be able to address minor deficiencies and submit a Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M) for conditional certification, or you may need to remediate and reassess. We document all findings clearly so you understand the path to achieving certification.