Episodes 61
Avg. Duration 33m
Activity Highly Active
Since Nov 2024
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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About This Podcast

Our experiences inspired the creation of The CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast and its accompanying resources. The podcast began as a way to share what we learned through real-world challenges—like helping that aerospace machine shop—and to provide accessible education for businesses navigating DoD cybersecurity requirements.

The CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast breaks down complex topics like NIST 800-171 and CMMC into actionable, easy-to-understand steps. Whether you’re a subcontractor struggling to meet compliance deadlines or a business owner looking to secure your supply chain, the guide offers practical advice to help you take control of your cybersecurity journey.

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The CMMC Reality Check: Gap Assessments, Documentation Overload & Why 30-Day Compliance Claims Are a Red Flag

Jun 12, 2026 26m Transcript

Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast!Most defense contractors don't realize how complex CMMC compliance really is until they're already in trouble. In this episode, Brooke and…

CS5 West 2026 CMMC Recap for Defense Contractor

May 29, 2026 28m Transcript

Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast!In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, Brooke breaks down the biggest takeaways from CS5 West 2026, one of the largest…

How Small Defense Contractors Can Handle CMMC Compliance

May 22, 2026 38m Transcript

Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast!In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, we tackle one of the biggest challenges in the Defense Industrial Base: how small…

Why Contractors Fail CMMC Assessments and How to Prepare

May 15, 2026 38m Transcript

Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast!In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, we break down one of the most frustrating realities for defense contractors thinking…

Top CMMC Compliance Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

May 08, 2026 1h 6m Transcript

Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast!In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, we break down the most common mistakes defense contractors make when preparing for…

Can You Create CUI? CMMC Scope, ERP Systems, and Contractor Risk Explained

Apr 17, 2026 17m Transcript

Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast!In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, we tackle one of the most misunderstood topics in CMMC compliance.Many contractors…

The Hidden Operational Workload Behind CMMC Compliance

Apr 10, 2026 17m Transcript

Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast!In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, we break down one of the biggest misconceptions in CMMC compliance.Most contractors…

CMMC Reassessments Explained: What Changes Trigger a New Assessment

Apr 03, 2026 48m Transcript

Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast!In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, we break down one of the most overlooked risks in CMMC compliance. What actually…

How Prime Contractors Evaluate Supplier Cybersecurity and CMMC Compliance

Mar 27, 2026 41m Transcript

Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast!What are prime contractors actually expecting from suppliers when it comes to CMMC and cybersecurity?In this episode of the CMMC Compliance…

CMMC Supplier Questions Answered: Level 1 vs Level 2, Costs, Scope, and Flowdown for DoW Contractors

Mar 20, 2026 51m Transcript

Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast!What do small machine shops, aerospace suppliers, and defense manufacturers really need to know about CMMC right now?In this episode of the…

CMMC Level 1 Self-Attestation Explained: Requirements, Evidence, and Risk

Mar 13, 2026 42m Transcript

Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast! lot of contractors assume CMMC Level 1 is just a simple checkbox. It is not.In this episode, Austin and Brooke break down what CMMC Level…

CMMC Scoping 101: The Most Expensive Mistake Contractors Make (And How to Fix It)

Mar 06, 2026 35m Transcript

Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast!Scope is the foundation of your CMMC compliance program and getting it wrong is one of the most expensive mistakes a DoD contractor can…

Key Takeaways from the January 2026 CMMC Town Hall: Hard Copy CUI, Scope, and Program Changes

Feb 13, 2026 27m Transcript

Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast!The January 2026 CMMC Town Hall brought several important clarifications and program updates that directly impact Department of War (DoD)…

Why Feeling “CMMC Ready” Isn’t the Same as Passing a Level 2 Assessment

Feb 06, 2026 20m Transcript

Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast!Many DoW contractors feel confident they’re ready for a CMMC Level 2 assessment until assessors get involved. That’s when gaps in…

CMMC FAQ Update: Timeline, Subcontractor Flowdowns, Enclaves, Cloud Rules, and VDI Scope Explained

Jan 30, 2026 50m Transcript

Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast!The DoW just released updated CMMC FAQs that clarify the rules contractors keep getting wrong. In this episode, Austin and Brooke break…

How to Triage CMMC Compliance When You’re Overwhelmed and Short on Time

Jan 23, 2026 28m Transcript

Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast!When CMMC compliance starts to feel overwhelming, most companies don’t fail because they lack effort, they fail because they don’t know…

CMMC Evidence 101: How to Prove NIST 800-171 Compliance in a Level 2 Assessment

Jan 16, 2026 1h 11m Transcript

Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast!Get your free SPRS Roadmap here: https://cmmccomplianceguide.com/free-sprs-roadmapIn this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast,…

What CMMC Assessors Notice First: Early Red Flags That Fail Level 2 Assessments

Jan 09, 2026 44m Transcript

Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast!What do CMMC Level 2 assessors notice first, sometimes within the first day, before they ever dig into your firewall configs or deep…

CMMC Paperwork Without the Pain: How to Simplify Policies, SSP, and Evidence (Level 1 vs Level 2)

Jan 02, 2026 54m Transcript

Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast!Most small and mid-sized manufacturers do not fail CMMC because of “tech.” They fail because their documentation does not match how the…

How CMMC Became a Competitive Advantage for DoD Contractors

Dec 26, 2025 26m Transcript

Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast!CMMC is no longer just a compliance requirement. It is now a competitive advantage that directly impacts who wins and who loses DoD…

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