In this episode of The Peel, Shelley McGuire sits down with Eric Nusbaum, CEO of ENcompass Consulting Group, to unpack one of the hottest and most misunderstood topics in government contracting - CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification).

From defining what CMMC really is to breaking down acronyms, regulations, scoring systems, and certification levels, Eric takes listeners from the basics to the finer details of what every DoD contractor and subcontractor needs to know. He explains how CMMC builds on NIST 800-171, what the phased rollout through 2028 means for contracts, and how to prepare now before deadlines hit.

Eric also shares his five keys to success for achieving certification, from scoping your environment to choosing the right partners and getting ahead of the long lines for accredited assessors. Whether you’re just hearing about CMMC or already deep in compliance prep, this episode is your roadmap for getting ready the smart way.

To connect with Eric, visit him on LinkedIn here.