Services Built for CMMC
& NIST 800-171 Compliance
Compliance and cybersecurity advisory services for DoD contractors and regulated organizations — translating complex requirements into practical, evidence-driven programs that reduce audit risk and support contract eligibility.
CMMC Readiness & Assessment Support
Prepare your organization for CMMC Level 1–2 with a structured, evidence-first approach designed for C3PAO assessment readiness.
- CUI identification & scoping
- SSP development / validation
- Evidence mapping aligned to assessment expectations
- POA&M strategy and remediation sequencing
- Interview readiness for stakeholder teams
NIST SP 800-171 Implementation & CMMC/DFARS Alignment
Build a defensible NIST 800-171 posture that satisfies CMMC requirements and supports DFARS 252.204-7012 contract obligations — with audit-ready documentation.
- Gap assessment and control implementation guidance
- Documentation and artifact readiness
- Risk-based remediation roadmap
- SPRS score readiness support
FedRAMP Advisory (Readiness + Documentation)
Support FedRAMP readiness and documentation aligned to NIST controls — without implying authorization.
- SSP enhancement and governance artifacts
- Alignment to NIST 800-53 / RMF structures
- Control maturity planning
- Continuous monitoring program design
Secure Cloud & Identity (Azure GovCloud/GCCH, AWS GovCloud)
Secure regulated workloads in compliant cloud environments with Zero Trust and IAM/IGA governance.
- Secure enclave patterns
- Zero Trust & IAM/IGA governance
- Cloud control hardening and audit evidence readiness
- CUI handling in GovCloud environments
Resilience & Response (IR/DR/BCP)
Strengthen operational resilience with mature incident response, disaster recovery, and business continuity programs.
- Incident response program maturity
- DR/BCP readiness aligned to RTO/RPO goals
- Tabletop exercises and readiness validation
- NIST CSF-aligned response frameworks
AI Risk & Emerging Technology Security
Adopt AI securely while maintaining compliance with emerging governance frameworks.
- AI risk governance frameworks
- Secure AI adoption strategy
- Compliance-aligned AI controls
- ISC2 AI Cybersecurity Strategy-informed advisory
Built for How
Assessors Evaluate
Independent assessors evaluate whether controls are demonstrably implemented, consistently applied, and traceable to real-world operations. Every service we deliver is designed around those expectations.
"Mapped to real system configurations and data flows — not generic templates that diverge from operational reality."
Demonstrable Implementation
Assessors verify that controls are actually implemented — not just documented. We ensure your evidence reflects real system behavior, not aspirational policy.
Evidence Clarity & Traceability
Every artifact is mapped to a specific practice or control with clear traceability. Assessors can follow the evidence chain without ambiguity.
SSP, Policy & System Consistency
Inconsistencies between your SSP, policies, and actual configurations are a primary source of findings. We align all three before assessment.
Interview Readiness & Control-Owner Confidence
Stakeholder interviews are a critical assessment component. We coach control owners to respond accurately and confidently to assessor questions.
Evidence-Driven Compliance
Our approach centers on evidence quality — artifacts that are traceable, accurate, and built to withstand independent assessment scrutiny.
Evidence Mapping
Every artifact is mapped to a specific control or practice — eliminating ambiguity and scope disputes during assessment.
Real-World Alignment
Documentation reflects actual system configurations and data flows — not generic templates that diverge from operational reality.
Audit-Defensible Artifacts
Artifacts are structured for assessor review: clear ownership, traceable implementation, and consistent with SSP claims.
Reduced Rework
By focusing on evidence quality from the start, we reduce the rework cycles that delay readiness and inflate cost.
Representative. Actual controls and artifacts vary by scope.
What You'll Walk Away With
Representative deliverables from our engagements. Specific outputs vary by engagement type and scope.
Defined CUI Scope & System Boundaries
A clear, defensible definition of what must be protected, where it lives, and what systems are in scope.
Audit-Ready System Security Plan (SSP)
An SSP aligned to your real-world environment, controls, and configurations — not a template filled with generic language.
Evidence Map Linking Artifacts to Controls
A traceable evidence map connecting your documentation and artifacts to specific CMMC/NIST requirements.
Prioritized POA&M / Remediation Roadmap
A risk-sequenced plan of action with milestones — so your team knows exactly what to fix first and why.
Stakeholder & Interview Readiness Guidance
Coaching for control owners and key stakeholders to confidently respond to assessor questions and walkthroughs.
Executive-Ready Readiness Summary
A concise, board-ready summary of your compliance posture, key risks, and recommended next steps.
Deliverables vary by engagement type and scope. Results depend on each organization's environment, maturity, and implementation. DIB Compliance Advisory does not perform official certification, accreditation, or regulatory authorization.
Accelerating Readiness —
Without Extra Overhead
Compliance programs often stall because of inefficiency — not lack of intent. We reduce the overhead that slows readiness without cutting corners on evidence quality.
Timelines vary based on scope, system complexity, and organizational maturity. All engagement durations are estimated during initial scoping.
Prioritize High-Impact Gaps First
We sequence remediation by risk and assessment impact — so your team focuses effort where it matters most, not where it's easiest.
Streamline Documentation Effort
We use proven frameworks and templates to reduce documentation overhead — without producing generic artifacts that fail assessor scrutiny.
Focus on Evidence Quality
Poor evidence quality is the leading cause of assessment rework. We build artifacts right the first time, reducing costly revision cycles.
Reduce Scope Ambiguity
Unclear CUI boundaries inflate scope and effort. Precise scoping reduces the number of systems and controls that require documentation.
Choose Your Starting Point
Not every organization is in the same place. Tell us where you are — we'll meet you there.
Request a Readiness Snapshot
Get a Readiness Snapshot to identify your top risks, evidence gaps, and recommended next steps — delivered within 1–2 business days.
Request a Readiness SnapshotStart a Readiness Sprint
Run a structured readiness sprint to define scope, close priority gaps, and build defensible documentation aligned to CMMC and NIST 800-171.
Start a Readiness SprintGet Assessment Prep Support
Strengthen evidence quality and stakeholder readiness ahead of an independent C3PAO assessment — so your team is confident and your artifacts are defensible.
Get Assessment Prep SupportWays to Work With Us
Structured engagement options designed for where you are in your compliance journey. Timelines are representative and vary by scope and organizational readiness.
CMMC Readiness Sprint
Organizations starting their CMMC journey with limited compliance infrastructure.
- CUI scoping & system boundary definition
- NIST 800-171 gap assessment
- Initial SSP framework
- Prioritized POA&M strategy
Often 4–6 weeks depending on scope
Evidence-Ready Build
Organizations with a gap assessment in hand, preparing for C3PAO assessment.
- Full SSP development & documentation
- Evidence mapping to CMMC controls
- Policy & procedure library
- Stakeholder interview readiness coaching
Often 6–10 weeks depending on scope
Assessment Preparation Support
Organizations approaching their C3PAO assessment window.
- Evidence walkthrough & gap closure
- Interview readiness coaching for stakeholders
- Pre-assessment readiness validation
- POA&M finalization and risk review
Often 3–5 weeks depending on scope
Governance & Operating Model
Mid/large contractors and primes needing enterprise-level compliance governance.
- Enterprise compliance governance framework
- Risk management program design
- Board-level reporting and KPI structure
- Executive advisory and stakeholder alignment
Often 8–14 weeks depending on scope
Portfolio Readiness
Organizations managing compliance across multiple systems or business units.
- Multi-system scope and boundary management
- Consolidated SSP and evidence strategy
- Cross-system POA&M governance
- Unified compliance program design
Often 10–16 weeks depending on scope
Cloud + Identity Compliance Enablement
Organizations migrating to GovCloud or implementing Zero Trust and IAM governance.
- Secure enclave design (AWS GovCloud / Azure GCCH)
- Zero Trust & IAM/IGA governance framework
- CUI handling in compliant cloud environments
- FedRAMP-aligned cloud control documentation
Often 8–12 weeks depending on scope
Industries We Serve
Not Sure Where to Start?
Request a no-obligation Readiness Snapshot — a brief, prioritized summary of your top compliance risks and recommended next steps, delivered within 1–2 business days.
CMMC / NIST 800-171
Frequently Asked Questions
All outcomes referenced are based on selected prior engagements. Results vary based on scope, system complexity, and organizational readiness. DIB Compliance Advisory provides advisory and readiness services and does not perform official certification, accreditation, or regulatory authorization.
Request a Readiness Review
Request a readiness review and receive a prioritized roadmap of the top compliance actions to reduce audit risk — tailored to your CMMC and NIST 800-171 requirements.