Working with a C3PAO (feat. Fernando Machado)

About this episode

Fernando Machado shares insights on the CMMC assessment process and becoming a C3PAO.

In this episode of Climbing Mount CMMC, Fernando Machado (CCA) from CyberSec Investments shares his extensive experience with Kaleigh and Bobby about the CMMC assessment process, the journey to becoming a C3PAO, and practical insights for contractors navigating the certification landscape. They discuss the phases of assessments, scoping mistakes, and how to prepare effectively. Fernando's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernando-machado-cissp-cism-cca-ccp-5b5581124/ CyberSec Investments...

People in this episode

Host: Bobby Guerra

Guest: Fernando Machado

Topics covered

• CMMC assessment process
• C3PAO
• certification landscape
• contractors
• preparation for assessments

Keywords

• CMMC
• C3PAO
• assessment
• certification
• contractors
• preparation
• CyberSec Investments

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: CyberSec Investments

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