CMMC Compliance Guide
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.
Cyber AB Town Hall Breakdown: Legal Lessons, Ecosystem Growth, and CMMC Phase 2 Progress
Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast! In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, Brooke and Stacey from Justice IT Consulting unpack the biggest updates from the Cyber AB’s October 2025 Town Hall and what they mean for defense contractors preparing for CMMC certific...
Highlights from CS5 East 2025: Operation Midnight Hammer, CMMC Updates, and AI Insights
Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast! Get the inside scoop from CS5 East 2025, the largest cybersecurity and compliance event for the Defense Industrial Base. In this episode, Brooke and Stacey from Justice IT Consulting breaks down the biggest CMMC updates, Operation Midnight...
How to Prove CMMC Compliance to Prime Contractors (Before You Lose Contracts)
Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast! 🎯 Get your Free SPRS Roadmap Session: https://cmmccomplianceguide.com/free-sprs-roadmap Our experts will review your SPRS score, documentation, and setup to help you hit 110 with a clear action plan at no cost. Prime contractors like Lock...
Cyber AB Town Hall September 2025: Key CMMC Compliance Updates
Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast! The September 2025 Cyber AB Town Hall dropped big updates for contractors navigating CMMC and NIST 800-171 compliance. In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, Brooke and Austin break down what the final CMMC rule (Title 48A) ...
Handling CUI Correctly: Compliance Risks and Best Practices
Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast! Worried about mishandling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)? In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, Brooke and Stacey break down what CUI really is, why it matters in defense contracting, and the biggest mistakes con...
CMMC Final Rule Explained: Deadlines, Requirements, and Next Steps for Defense Contractors
Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast! The wait is over: the Department of Defense has finalized the CMMC rule, officially making it part of DFARS. That means compliance isn’t “coming soon”, it’s now in your contracts. In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, Austi...
The Role of NIST 800-171 in Your CMMC Assessment
Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast! Confused about where NIST 800-171 fits into your CMMC 2.0 assessment? You’re not alone. In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide, Brooke and Stacey from Justice IT Consulting break it all down in plain English. We cover the foundation ...
The Truth About CMMC Enclaves: Pros, Cons, and Compliance Risks
Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast! Thinking about building an enclave for CMMC compliance? Not so fast. In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, Austin and Brooke from Justice IT Consulting break down: What an enclave actually is (in plain English)When an encla...
Are You Really Ready for a CMMC Assessment?
Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast! Think you’re ready for your CMMC assessment? In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, Austin and Brooke break down the difference between being “paper ready” and truly “assessment ready.” From documentation gaps to overlooked ...
When ‘Not Applicable’ Can Cost You Contracts
Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast! Marking a CMMC control as “Not Applicable” might feel like an easy shortcut but get it wrong, and you could fail your assessment, lose contracts, or even face legal trouble. In this episode of The CMMC Compliance Guide, Brooke and Stacey f...
How to Make Real CMMC Progress: Even if Compliance Isn’t Your Full-Time Job
Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast! Schedule your free SPRS Roadmap Session and get a step-by-step plan to close gaps and stay defensible: 👉 https://cmmccomplianceguide.com/free-sprs-roadmap Is CMMC just one of many hats you wear at your company? You’re not alone and you’re...
What You Missed: June Cyber AB Town Hall CMMC Highlights
Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast! 48 CFR UPDATE: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-48/chapter-2/subchapter-A/part-204/subpart-204.75 Missed the June 2024 Cyber AB Town Hall? We’ve got you covered. In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide, Brooke and Austin break down ...
6 Critical CMMC Questions Every Small DoD Contractor Should Know
Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast! Are you trying to navigate CMMC and NIST 800-171 with a small team and limited resources? You're not alone. In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide, we’re breaking down six of the most common and confusing questions small DoD contract...
CMMC on the Shop Floor: A No-BS Guide for CNC & Aerospace Machine Shops
Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast! Happy 4th of July from the team at CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast! While you're celebrating freedom, hot dogs, and fireworks — don’t forget about safeguarding the data that defends that freedom. 🛡️ In this special edition, we're tackling w...
Ceasefire’s Here, But Your Shop’s Still a Target: What the DoD CIO Just Told Defense Contractors
Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast! 🆓 Need help getting your SPRS score to 110? Schedule your free SPRS Roadmap Session and get a step-by-step plan to close gaps and stay defensible: 👉 https://cmmccomplianceguide.com/free-sprs-roadmap The Department of Defense just issued ...
Breaking Down the Real Cost of CMMC Compliance for Small Businesses
Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast! Why is CMMC compliance so expensive—especially for small businesses? In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, Austin and Brooke from Justice IT Consulting break down what really drives up the cost of CMMC and NIST 800-171 comp...
How to Scope CMMC Correctly: Avoid Audit Failures, Over-Scoping, and Cloud Risks
Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast! Is your CMMC scope setting you up for success—or failure? In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide, Brooke and Stacey from Justice IT Consulting break down one of the most misunderstood (and expensive) parts of your compliance journey:...
What You Missed at CEIC West 2025: CMMC Culture, AI Labeling, and Subcontractor Risks
Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast! Missed CEIC West 2025 in Las Vegas? We’ve got your insider recap. In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide, Austin and Brooke break down the most critical insights defense contractors need to know—from Katie Arrington’s keynote to real...
How to Identify and Fix Your NIST 800-171 Weak Spots
Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast! Are you sure you're NIST 800-171 compliant? In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, Austin and Brooke break down the most overlooked NIST 800-171 requirements that continue to trip up DoD contractors—and what you can do today...
CMMC Day 2025 Recap: Key Takeaways, Real-World Mistakes & What SMBs Must Fix Now
Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast! Get the latest insider takeaways from CMMC Day 2025 straight from Washington D.C. In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, Brooke and Austin break down the most critical updates small and midsized businesses (SMBs) in the defe...