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Climbing Mount CMMC

Our podcast is dedicated to supporting MSPs/MSSPs and the companies that engage with them. We aim to maintain transparency throughout our journey, especially as we pursue our level two certification. While only a few MSPs are actively participating, we hope this podcast will inspire more involvement.We are also excited to announce that we will have guests on our podcast who are professional in their fields. These guests include Brian Hubbard, Joy Beland, Amira Armond and many more.

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48:38

Navigating the 32 CFR Final Rule Regulations

Climbing Mount CMMC ·

2024/10/17

In this conversation, Bobby Guerra and Kaleigh Floyd discuss the recent release of the 32 CFR Final Rule and its implications for organizations. They explore the importance of self-assessments, the complexities involved, and the distinctions between different types of compliance measures such as enduring exceptions, operational plans, and temporary deficiencies. The conversation also delves into the differences between Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) and External Service Providers (ESPs),...

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The 32 CFR Final Rule is out NOW (Let's chat)

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2024/10/11

32 CFR Final Rule!The time has come. We wanted to hop on a quick video, before Kaleigh hops on a plane, to talk about the 32 CFR FINAL RULE. We may or may not have recorded a 2 hour long podcast this week that we now have to cut…but we are back and ready to review the Final Rule.Phase extensions, SPD definitions, ESP requirements and more!Read it Here: https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2024-22905.pdfLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyguerra/Website: https://www.axiom.tech/...

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44:17

Let's Get Real About Resources (What you need on your...

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2024/10/10

Hello Climbers, let's get real about the resources needed on your climb of CMMC. Bobby and Adam discuss the people, tools, and more that it takes to accomplish CMMC Level 2 compliance.They explore the importance of having knowledgeable personnel, the role of Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and consultants, the challenges in finding certified MSPs, and the technology resources required for compliance. The discussion emphasizes the significance of scoping, data flow, and security consideration...

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45:09

Raising Boats and Empowering New Voices in...

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2024/10/03

In this engaging conversation, Jason Sproesser shares his journey into the CMMC space and the evolution of the Sum IT Up podcast. The discussion highlights the importance of community, vulnerability, and authenticity in the cybersecurity field, as well as the challenges faced by MSPs. Jason emphasizes the need for collaboration and the value of sharing experiences to help others navigate the complexities of cybersecurity compliance. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyguerra/Websi...

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23:26

The Country Song of CMMC (What 32 CFR Did to Us)

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2024/09/26

In this podcast episode, Bobby Guerra and Kaleigh Floyd discuss the challenges and implications of the CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) ruling. They highlight the impact of the 32 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations) on organizations and vendors who need to meet the level two requirements. They emphasize that many companies were not intentionally misleading or non-compliant, but rather were caught off guard by the new ruling. The conversation explores the emotional and financial...

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38:09

5 Things We Learned from Our Gap Assessment

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2024/09/19

Fresh off the press! Bobby and Adam just completed a gap assessment done by a C3PAO and they want to share what they've learned with all of you. Here are the top 5 things that made their assessment so difficult. We hope you enjoy.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyguerra/Website: https://www.axiom.tech/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaJagoDasNG3MqLqw2Af_ZQ

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37:05

Emergency Episode Drop (32 CFR Review Status)

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2024/09/16

Emergency Podcast Episode 🚨 The 32 CFR Final Rule COMPLETED THE REVIEW PROCESS and things are heating up. We couldn't help but hop on the podcast and share this news and what it means for organizations and MSPs in the community.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyguerra/Website: https://www.axiom.tech/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaJagoDasNG3MqLqw2Af_ZQ

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31:34

Our Journey to CMMC Compliance

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2024/09/12

Let's get personal. Axiom has been on this CMMC journey for about 3 years now and we'd love to share our experience as an MSP and small business in the industry. In this episode, Bobby and Adam share how they got into this space and their fears and challenges going in. Bobby started Axiom over 20 years ago and the transition to a Level 2 Certified MSP has been challenging to say the least. They also share where they're at now and how they are supporting clients.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin....

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37:29

What's On the CMMC Menu? (4 Different Approaches to...

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2024/09/05

Let's talk about the CMMC Menu items. There are multiple ways that a business can tackle CMMC and we wanted to share with you 4 popular ways. In no way are we claiming these to be the only ways, but we do feel like these are the top four ways we've seen companies climb the mountain. Comment below if you have any questions or ideas on another way to climb. We'd love to hear!LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyguerra/Website: https://www.axiom.tech/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c...

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31:55

Navigating the Complex Landscape of CMMC Compliance...

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2024/08/29

(Season Two Episode 15) Bobby Guerra is joined by Jacob Hill, VP of cybersecurity at Alamo City Engineering Services and founder of GRC Academy. Jacob discusses the importance of education and training in the defense contractor industry. He shares his experience in implementing CMMC compliance and the challenges he faced in finding comprehensive education resources. Jacob explains the focus of his GRC Academy courses, including an overview course for practitioners and an awareness course for ...

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42:23

Software Development in the CMMC Ecosystem w/Kyle Lai

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2024/08/22

In this conversation, Bobby is joined by Kyle Lai, President and Chief Information Security Officer at KL3. They discuss the challenges and considerations of CMMC compliance for organizations involved in software development. Kyle emphasizes the importance of selecting a C3PAO (CMMC Third-Party Assessor Organization) that understands the unique requirements of software development and can assess the organization effectively. Bobby and Kyle also highlight the need for scoping the software deve...

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34:07

Let's Get Real About Cost of CMMC

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2024/08/15

(Season Two Episode 13) In this episode, Bobby and Kaleigh discuss the Cost in their Let's Get Real Miniseries. They breakdown the cost into three categories: Scoping & Design, Implementation, and Maintenance. They are honest about their personal journey and costs of their CMMC track. Bobby explores Option A, which involves hiring and training internal staff, and Option B, which involves outsourcing to an external organization. They emphasize the importance of having a point of contact wi...

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37:00

Are You Ready for A CMMC Assessment? w/Adam Evans

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2024/08/08

In this conversation, Bobby and Adam discuss the importance of being ready for an assessment and share their experiences with self-assessment. They highlight the need to have solid evidence and be able to demonstrate compliance with the controls and assessment objectives. They also emphasize the interconnectedness of controls and the importance of having evidence that covers multiple controls. They introduce a template they use for self-assessment and explain how it helps them track their pro...

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22:46

5 Questions to Ask Your MSP to Gauge Their CMMC...

Climbing Mount CMMC ·

2024/08/01

If you're planning to get certified in the next two years and work with an MSP, you should ask them these questions. If you're an MSP/ESP providing services to companies aiming for certification, you should be prepared to answer these questions. It takes a company eight months to a year to become CMMC ready.Through this pointed and hard-hitting podcast episode, we aim to educate and challenge us all. Being an MSP helping clients on their CMMC path is serious business and a huge responsibility...

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38:57

Things You Should Prepare for BEFORE Your Assessment...

Climbing Mount CMMC ·

2024/07/25

(Season 2 Episode 10) Bobby Guerra and Amira Armond discuss various cybersecurity challenges and solutions. They emphasize the need for strong physical defenses, proper training, and encryption when dealing with external media. They also highlight the importance of securing contractor-managed assets and implementing security measures across the entire network. It is critical for organizations to have a clear understanding of their entire network and the assets within it, even if they are...

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23:00

Let's Get Real (Miniseries)

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2024/07/18

(Season 2 Episode 9) Alright Climbers, let's get real. We are ready to share our truth and honest opinions of our CMMC journey. Bobby and Kaleigh will be specifically breaking down the cost, resource, impact, and time. If you're interest in our journey and the things that we've learned along the way, make sure to tune in to this miniseriesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyguerra/Website: https://www.axiom.tech/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaJagoDasNG3MqLqw2Af_ZQ

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59:51

The Importance of Education and Gap Assessments in...

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2024/07/11

(Season 2 Episode 8) Koren Marie Wise, CEO of Wise Technical Innovations, and Bobby Guerra emphasize the importance of having a skilled and knowledgeable team, conducting thorough gap assessments, and understanding the flow of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Koren also highlights the need for proper scoping, accurate network diagrams, and the right skill sets to ensure compliance with the NIST 800-171 framework. In this conversation, they discuss the challenges and considerations f...

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34:27

Can MSPs Participate in Joint Surveillance Assessments?

Climbing Mount CMMC ·

2024/07/04

In this conversation, Bobby Guerra, Adam Evans and Brian Hubbard discuss the challenges faced by MSPs in meeting compliance requirements, particularly in relation to the CMMC. They explore the concept of Joint Surveillance Voluntary Assessments (JSVAs) and the benefits they offer in terms of getting a jumpstart on certification. They also discuss the importance of MSPs staying engaged with the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) and the need for clarity and guidance from the DOD on various aspects ...

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44:40

Let's Talk About Scoping w/Amira Armond

Climbing Mount CMMC ·

2024/06/27

In today's episode, Bobby is joined by Amira Armond, President of Kieri Solutions. They discuss scoping in the CMMC landscape and the things that can help or hinder your journey. Amira breaks down the difference between in scope and out of scope, is your work email able to be on a personal device, and more. We hope you enjoy today's episode!LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyguerra/Website: https://www.axiom.tech/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaJagoDasNG3MqLqw2Af_ZQ

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35:44

The Alphabet Soup of CMMC

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2024/06/20

If you are on your CMMC journey, like us, you've noticed the MANY acronyms that come with the landscape. We are here to breakdown the different acronyms and how they connect to each other. We hope that you enjoy todays podcast!LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyguerra/Website: https://www.axiom.tech/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaJagoDasNG3MqLqw2Af_ZQ

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