CMMC Level 2 Readiness Compression
Published 8/28/2025
Summary: Accelerated dual-path NIST 800-171 & CMMC alignment.
Baseline
Fragmented control ownership, inconsistent evidence storage, and projected 9–10 month readiness timeline.
Intervention
- Created unified control correlation matrix (CMMC ↔ NIST 800-171)
- Automated artifact generation for access control & configuration management
- Instituted fortnightly risk register & remediation burn-down reporting
- Implemented evidence packaging templates & reviewer checklist
Outcome Metrics
| Metric | Result | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Readiness Timeline Compression | ~46% | Projection 9.5 months → achieved baseline readiness in 5.1 months |
| Automated Artifact Coverage | 58% | Portion of recurring evidence bundles generated programmatically |
| Residual High-Risk Items | -63% | High-risk findings reduced from 19 → 7 before audit window |
| Review Cycle Rework | -34% | Improved first-pass acceptance of evidence packs |
Lessons & Reuse Patterns
- Parallel framework mapping reduces cognitive switching overhead
- Executive risk translation drives sustained remediation momentum
- Automated evidence pipelines deliver compounding efficiency returns