Independent CMMC Level 2 Certification Assessments
Accredited C3PAO delivering objective, evidence-based certification aligned with The Cyber AB and DoD requirements.
Serving the Defense Industrial Base Nationwide
Independent & Impartial Certification Authority
Structured, Evidence-Based Assessment Methodology
Why Contractors Choose RSI for CMMC Certification
- Independent & Impartial Certification Authority
- No Managed Services Bias
- Structured & Transparent Assessment Process
- Clear Scope & Boundary Validation
- Evidence-Based Evaluation
Our CMMC Level 2 Assessment Process
Step 1
Formal Scoping & Boundary Validation
Define assessment boundaries, confirm CUI scope, and establish evidence expectations.
Step 2
Documentation & Artifact Review
Evaluate policies, procedures, and supporting evidence aligned to NIST SP 800-171 controls.
Step 3
Interviews & Control Validation
Conduct structured interviews and validate implementation across applicable practices.
Step 4
Objective Evaluation & Reporting
Document findings and determine control effectiveness in accordance with CMMC requirements.
Step 5
Certification Determination
Submit assessment results in alignment with The Cyber AB processes.
Maintaining Impartiality
RSI Security maintains strict separation between advisory services and accredited C3PAO certification activities to ensure independence, impartiality, and objective certification decisions.
Defense Contractor Security Program Support
For organizations strengthening security maturity or aligning across multiple frameworks, RSI Security offers structured advisory and technical support delivered independently from accredited C3PAO assessment services.
Important Resources
What is required for a Level 2 certification?
Organizations must demonstrate implementation of all applicable NIST SP 800-171 security requirements and undergo an independent assessment conducted by an authorized C3PAO.
How long does a Level 2 assessment take?
Assessment duration depends on organizational size, system scope, and documentation maturity. Formal scoping determines timeline expectations.
What documentation is required?
Policies, procedures, system security plans (SSP), evidence artifacts, and control implementation records aligned to applicable practices.
What is the role of a C3PAO?
A Certified Third-Party Assessment Organization conducts independent certification assessments and submits results in accordance with The Cyber AB requirements.
