As the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program transitions from its early rollout phase to full enforcement, the role of Certified Third-Party Assessment Organizations (C3PAOs) is under increasing scrutiny. Governance expectations are shifting, assessor variability remains a challenge, and contractors face growing pressure to prepare for consistent, fair, and predictable assessments.
Join NeoSystems, Forvis Mazars, and CyberNINES for a webinar panel discussion that will provide a reality check on where things stand today and explore what’s next for the C3PAO community and the broader ecosystem. Industry experts will share candid observations, concerns, and lessons learned from the front lines of CMMC assessments. We’ll examine the implications of tighter governance, the operational maturity required of C3PAOs, and what contractors need to know to stay ahead.
Key Discussion Points:
Transition from “startup mode” to a regulated ecosystem
Increased scrutiny on assessor consistency and accountability
Variability in interpretation of NIST SP 800-171 practices and evidence thresholds
Subjectivity in Level 2 boundary determinations
Operational readiness of C3PAOs under new oversight
Risks and benefits of stronger governance: Does it protect the ecosystem or constrain expertise?