Certified CMMC Professional (CCP)

This courseware is CMMC-AB Authorized Training Material (CATM), and may be used by CMMC-AB Licensed Training Providers to offer Certified CMMC Professional classes.

Course Specifications

Course Length: 5 days

Course Description

Overview:

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), managed by The Cyber AB (formerly known as the CMMC Accreditation Body or the CMMC-AB), is a program through which an organization's cybersecurity program maturity is measured by their initial and ongoing compliance with applicable cybersecurity practices, as well as their integration of corresponding policies and plans into their overall business operations. Once rule-making has concluded and CMMC 2.0 has been implemented, all organizations providing products or services to the United States Department of Defense (DoD) must comply with the requirements of their applicable CMMC Level.

This course prepares students for the Certified CMMC Professional (CCP) certification, which authorizes the holder to use The Cyber AB Certified CMMC Professional logo, to participate as an Assessment Team Member under the supervision of a Lead Assessor, and to be listed in the CMMC Marketplace. The CCP certification is also prerequisite for the Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA) certification.

Note : It was announced at the CMMC-AB June 2022 Town Hall that the newly rebranded organization will be The Cyber AB and its website also changed to cyberab.org.

Course Objectives:

In this course, you will learn about the CMMC Model, framework, context, and application within the DoD, as well as the expectations and requirements imposed upon organizations that do business with the DoD. It will also help students to identify threats to cybersecurity and privacy within an IoT ecosystem and implement appropriate countermeasures.

You will:

Identify the threats to the Defense Supply Chain and the established regulations and standards for managing the risk. Identify the sensitive information that needs to be protected within the Defense Supply Chain and how to manage it. Describe how the CMMC Model ensures compliance with federal acquisitions regulations. Identify responsibilities of the Certified CMMC Professional, including appropriate ethical behavior. Establish the Certification and Assessment scope boundaries for evaluating the systems that protect regulated information. Prepare the OSC for an Assessment by evaluating readiness. Use the CMMC Assessment Guides to determine and assess the Evidence for practices. Implement and evaluate practices required to meet CMMC Level 1. Identify the practices required to meet CMMC Level 2. As a CCP, work through the CMMC Assessment process.

Target Student:

This course is a prerequisite for the Certified CMMC Professional program, and it prepares students for the Certified CMMC Professional (CCP) certification exam. Students might consider taking this course to learn how to perform CMMC certification readiness checks within their own organization, or as a consultant to other Organizations Seeking Certification (OSC). The CCP certification is also a required step toward becoming a Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA), so students might take this course to begin down the path toward CCA certification.

Prerequisites:

To ensure your success in this course, you should have some foundational education or experience in cybersecurity. The Cyber AB has established prerequisites for those who wish to apply for CCP certification, such as:

College degree in a cyber or information technical field with 2+ years of experience; or 2+ years of equivalent experience (including military) in a cyber, information technology, or assessment field.

This is an unofficial summary provided for your convenience. Always refer to The Cyber AB website ( https://cyberab.org/CMMC-Ecosystem/Ecosystem-roles/Assessors ) for official requirements and be aware that CMMC requirements are subject to change.

Course-specific Technical Requirements

Hardware:

For this course, you will need one computer for each student and one for the instructor. Each computer will need the following minimum hardware configurations:

1 gigahertz (GHz) 64-bit (x64) processor. 4 gigabytes (GB) of Random Access Memory (RAM). 32 GB available storage space. Monitor capable of a screen resolution of at least 1,024 × 768 pixels, at least a 256-color display, and a video adapter with at least 4 MB of memory. Bootable DVD-ROM or USB drive. Keyboard and mouse or a compatible pointing device. Fast Ethernet (100 Mb/s) adapter or faster and cabling to connect to the classroom network. IP addresses that do not conflict with other portions of your network. Internet access (contact your local network administrator). (Instructor computer only) A display system to project the instructor's computer screen.

Software: Microsoft® 365® license (which provides the Microsoft Office apps) Microsoft® Windows® 10 Professional Adobe Acrobat Reader If necessary, software for viewing the course slides. (Instructor machine only.)

Course Content

Lesson 1: Managing Risk within the Defense Supply Chain Topic A: Identify Threats to the Defense Supply Chain

Topic B: Identify Regulatory Responses against Threats

Lesson 2: Handling Sensitive Information Topic A: Identify Sensitive Information

Topic B: Manage the Sensitive Information

Lesson 3: Ensuring Compliance through CMMC Topic A: Describe the CMMC Model Architecture

Topic B: Define the CMMC Program and Its Ecosystem

Topic C: Define Self-Assessments

Lesson 4: Performing CCP Responsibilities Topic A: Identify Responsibilities of the CCP

Topic B: Demonstrate Appropriate Ethics and Behavior

Lesson 5: Scoping Certification and Assessment Boundaries Topic A: Use the CMMC Assessment Scope Documentation

Topic B: Get Oriented to the OSC Environment

Topic C: Determine How Sensitive Information Moves

Topic D: Identify Systems in Scope

Topic E: Limit Scope

Lesson 6: Preparing the OSC Topic A: Foster a Mature Cybersecurity Culture

Topic B: Evaluate Readiness

Lesson 7: Determining and Assessing Evidence Topic A: Determine Evidence

Topic B: Assess the Practices Using the CMMC Assessment Guides

Lesson 8: Implementing and Evaluating Level 1 Topic A: Identify CMMC Level 1 Domains and Practices

Topic B: Perform a CMMC Level 1 Gap Analysis

Topic C: Assess CMMC Level 1 Practices

Lesson 9: Identifying Level 2 Practices Topic A: Identify CMMC Level 2 Practices

Lesson 10: Working through an Assessment Topic A: Identify Assessment Roles and Responsibilities

Topic B: Plan and Prepare the Assessment

Topic C: Conduct the Assessment

Topic D: Report the Assessment Results

Topic E: Conduct the CMMC POA&M Close-Out Assessment

Appendix A: Evidence Collection Approach for CMMC Level 1 Practices

Appendix B: Additional Documentation for CCPs

The CMMC program is set to revolutionize cybersecurity practices in the defense industry. By becoming a Certified CMMC Professional, you'll be at the forefront of this important initiative, equipped with the knowledge and skills to make a significant impact.

Whether you're looking to advance your career, enhance your organization's cybersecurity posture, or contribute to the security of the nation's defense supply chain, the CCP certification is your gateway to these opportunities.

Don't miss out on this chance to be part of the CMMC revolution. Enroll in the CCP course today and take the first step towards becoming a key player in the future of cybersecurity compliance.