What is the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification CMMC?
Understanding CMMC and Enhancing Cybersecurity with GTB’s Data Security that Works®
Currently, the ability to ensure strong cybersecurity measures is paramount, particularly for organizations handling sensitive information, especially those operating within the defense industrial base (DIB). The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) has emerged as a pivotal framework mandated by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to fortify the cybersecurity posture of contractors and subcontractors in the defense supply chain. Alongside this, GTB Technologies’ Data Security that Works® offers a comprehensive solution tailored to meet the stringent requirements of CMMC Levels 4 and 5.
Understanding CMMC
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification* (CMMC) is a structured framework developed by the DoD to assess and enhance the cybersecurity capabilities of organizations operating within the defense industrial base. Unlike its predecessors, such as the NIST SP 800-171 framework, CMMC introduces a tiered approach comprising five levels, each delineating a progressive level of cybersecurity maturity.
- Level 1 (Basic Cyber Hygiene): Focused on safeguarding Federal Contract Information (FCI).
- Level 2 (Intermediate Cyber Hygiene): Builds upon Level 1 requirements and introduces practices from NIST SP 800-171.
- Level 3 (Good Cyber Hygiene): Further expands cybersecurity practices, incorporating additional controls.
- Level 4 (Proactive): Introduces proactive cybersecurity measures to mitigate advanced threats.
- Level 5 (Advanced/Progressive): Denotes a pinnacle of cybersecurity maturity, emphasizing continuous improvement and cutting-edge security practices.
GTB’s Data Security that Works: The Ideal Companion for Levels 4 & 5
GTB Technologies’ Data Security that Works® solution stands out as an exemplary choice for organizations aiming to achieve and sustain compliance with CMMC Levels 4 and 5. Here’s why:
1. Granular Data Protection:
GTB’s solution offers unparalleled granularity in data protection, allowing organizations to define precise policies governing the handling and transmission of sensitive data. This granular control ensures that even the most critical information remains safeguarded against unauthorized access or exfiltration.
2. Advanced DLP Capabilities:
At CMMC Levels 4 and 5, organizations require advanced Enterprise Data Loss Prevention (DLP) capabilities to detect and prevent sophisticated data breaches. GTB’s advanced DLP technology employs cutting-edge techniques, to identify and mitigate emerging threats in real time, thereby safeguarding sensitive data assets effectively.
3. Data Threat Intelligence:
GTB’s Data Security that Works® solution provides accurate data threat intelligence, empowering organizations to stay ahead of evolving cyber threats. By leveraging real-time sensitive data threat feeds and analytics, GTB enables proactive sensitive data threat mitigation, thereby bolstering the cybersecurity posture of organizations operating at the highest levels of CMMC maturity.
4. Compliance Assurance:
Achieving compliance with CMMC Levels 4 and 5 necessitates robust adherence to stringent security standards. GTB’s solution provides comprehensive compliance reporting and auditing capabilities, facilitating seamless validation of security controls and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
5. Scalability and Flexibility:
GTB’s Data Security that Works® solution is designed to scale seamlessly with evolving organizational needs. Whether deployed on-premises or in the cloud, GTB offers unmatched scalability and flexibility, enabling organizations to adapt their cybersecurity infrastructure to accommodate dynamic operational requirements while maintaining compliance with CMMC standards.
Why GTB Technologies®
As organizations navigate the complexities of CMMC compliance, GTB Technologies’ Data Security that Works® platform emerges as an indispensable ally, offering advanced data protection capabilities tailored to meet the exacting demands of CMMC Levels 4 and 5. GTB’s Data Security that Works® platform employs a broader detection framework compared to conventional Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions. This encompasses the ability to spot unregulated and unstructured sensitive data types such as intellectual property (IP) and source code, which present challenges for enforcement through traditional DLP methods. By providing unmatched visibility and oversight of sensitive data assets, GTB enables organizations to proactively manage risks associated with insider data, ensuring robust protection against data breaches and compliance violations.
*https://dodcio.defense.gov/CMMC/Model/