Axiom passed their assessment! In this episode, Kaleigh Floyd, Bobby Guerra, and Adam Evans discuss their journey to passing a CMMC Level 2 assessment. They share insights from their mock and real assessments, the challenges they faced, and the importance of preparation and self-assessment. The conversation highlights the role of auditors, handling findings, and the continuous nature of compliance in cybersecurity. In this conversation, Axiom discusses their experiences and challenges in achieving a CMMC certification as Managed Service Providers (MSPs). They reflect on the emotional and logistical hurdles faced during the assessment process, the importance of adapting their systems to meet client needs, and the commitment required to succeed.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyguerra/
Website: https://www.axiom.tech/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaJagoDasNG3MqLqw2Af_ZQ
Kaleigh's: (1) Kaleigh Floyd | LinkedIn

Kaleigh Floyd hosts three prominent women in the CMMC ecosystem: Joy Beland, Amy Williams, and Carley Salmon. They discuss their backgrounds, the importance of cybersecurity compliance, and the evolving landscape of CMMC. Each guest shares their personal motivations for working in this field, highlighting the mission-driven nature of their roles. The conversation also touches on the shift in how organizations view cybersecurity, moving from a cost center to a strategic imperative, especially in light of recent regulatory changes. As they look ahead to 2025, the experts emphasize the urgency for companies to prepare for compliance and the challenges they face in doing so.

-Organizations Mentioned-
Stem for Her: https://stemforher.org/
Microsoft Software & Systems Academy (MSSA): https://military.microsoft.com/mssa/
The Cyber Guild: https://thecyberguild.org/
The MSP Collective: https://www.mspcollective.org/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyguerra/
Website: https://www.axiom.tech/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaJagoDasNG3MqLqw2Af_ZQ
Kaleigh's: (1) Kaleigh Floyd | LinkedIn

Are you starting your CMMC and don't know where to begin? Let's talk about the foundation of your control implementation, which is the System Security Plan. This is not only critical to your business's compliance journey, but it's also a requirement for CMMC Level 2. Adam Evans, Axiom's Compliance Officer, shares what an SSP is and how he created theirs.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyguerra/
Website: https://www.axiom.tech/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaJagoDasNG3MqLqw2Af_ZQ
Kaleigh's: (1) Kaleigh Floyd | LinkedIn

In this conversation, Bobby Guerra and Kaleigh Floyd discuss the critical role of agreements in the CMMC compliance journey. They emphasize the importance of well-structured agreements to mitigate risks and ensure clarity in responsibilities between Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and their clients. The discussion covers various aspects, including the significance of service level agreements, guarantees, handling assessment failures, exit strategies, and preparing for changes in requirements. The conversation aims to equip business owners and leaders with insights to navigate the complexities of CMMC compliance effectively.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyguerra/
Website: https://www.axiom.tech/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaJagoDasNG3MqLqw2Af_ZQ
Kaleigh's: (1) Kaleigh Floyd | LinkedIn

(CybHER: Women in CMMC) In this inaugural episode of CybHER: Women in CMMC, Kaleigh Floyd and Koren Wise discuss the significant contributions of women in the CMMC ecosystem. Koren shares her journey from being a network engineer to becoming a licensed training provider and C3PAO. The conversation delves into the challenges and cultural shifts within organizations as they adapt to CMMC standards, the importance of training, and the balance between motherhood and a demanding career in cybersecurity. Koren emphasizes the resilience and capabilities that motherhood brings to professional life, and they both celebrate the increasing presence of women in the IT and cybersecurity fields.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyguerra/
Website: https://www.axiom.tech/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaJagoDasNG3MqLqw2Af_ZQ
Kaleigh's: (1) Kaleigh Floyd | LinkedIn

Have you ever wondered what it's truly like in a CMMC assessment? Maybe you've thought about how to speak to an assessor or who needs to speak during certain controls. During this episode, we talk about Bobby's experience and how he prepared himself. Your SSP is your script, read from it.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyguerra/
Website: https://www.axiom.tech/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaJagoDasNG3MqLqw2Af_ZQ
Kaleigh's: (1) Kaleigh Floyd | LinkedIn

It's important to be fully prepared for a CMMC assessment by a C3PAO, but what if your humanity kicks in? There is an opportunity to gather more information for your assessor if they allow the re-evaluation. Let's talk about it!

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyguerra/
Website: https://www.axiom.tech/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaJagoDasNG3MqLqw2Af_ZQ
Kaleigh's: (1) Kaleigh Floyd | LinkedIn

In this episode, Kaleigh Floyd and Bobby Guerra discuss what CMMC readiness looks like, focusing on the necessary steps for organizations and Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to prepare for compliance. They emphasize the importance of having a solid system security plan, understanding the roles of MSPs, and the need for clear communication and documentation throughout the process. The conversation also highlights the challenges faced by smaller businesses in navigating CMMC requirements and the critical role of MSPs in supporting their clients through this journey.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyguerra/
Website: https://www.axiom.tech/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaJagoDasNG3MqLqw2Af_ZQ
Kaleigh's: (1) Kaleigh Floyd | LinkedIn

Are you new to CMMC and want to know where to start? This is a good place for you. Derrich has a lot of training, resources, and opportunities for others. The CMMC ecosystem is full of resources that will help you along the CMMC journey. Make sure to check them out and get involved!

Derrich Phillips: (32) Derrich Phillips, Lead CMMC Certified Assessor (CCA) | LinkedIn
CPN Page: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14523710/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyguerra/
Website: https://www.axiom.tech/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaJagoDasNG3MqLqw2Af_ZQ
Kaleigh's: (1) Kaleigh Floyd | LinkedIn

(Season Three Episode 1) It's less than 30 days from our CMMC Level 2 assessment and our MSP has done A LOT of preparation. We'd love to share our experience with all of you. We prepared our MSP to not only service ourselves, but also our clients. Axiom's goal is to be open and transparent with our audience and we hope you all get a lot from this episode.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyguerra/
Website: https://www.axiom.tech/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaJagoDasNG3MqLqw2Af_ZQ
Kaleigh's: (1) Kaleigh Floyd | LinkedIn