CMMC Gap Assessment: Your Fast Path to CMMC 2.0 Level 2 Readiness
A CMMC gap assessment shows exactly where your program falls short against CMMC 2.0 Level 2 requirements derived from NIST SP 800-171—and which fixes will most improve your SPRS score fastest. Our assessors map gaps to the 110 requirements and the 320 assessment objectives from NIST 800-171A, then deliver a step-by-step remediation plan and evidence checklists to get you audit-ready.
Our Gap analysis baselines your current posture against the NIST 800-171 controls, calculate your Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) score, and deliver a prioritized remediation plan with System Security Plan (SSP) & Plan of Action And Milestones (POA&M) you can hand to leadership and assessors. Our senior practitioners scope Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), verify evidence, and map gaps to effort, cost, and risk so you know exactly what to fix—and in what order. Whether you’re prepping for a C3PAO assessment or responding to Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses, we turn findings into clear, time-bound actions. Result: higher SPRS, cleaner artifacts, and fewer surprises at audit.
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What you get from a CMMC 2.0 gap assessment
Everything needed to move from “unknowns” to audit-ready.
- Scope & boundary for FCI/CUI, enclaves, and external services
- Control-by-control review (NIST 800-171 R2: 110 reqs; 14 families) with objective-level tests (800-171A: 320 objectives)
- Evidence collection plan (artifacts, interviews, tech validation)
- SPRS scoring using the DoD Assessment Methodology (start at 110, subtract per unmet requirement)
- Prioritized POA&M with budget & timelines, aligned to DFARS and CMMC phase-in milestones
- Executive brief for leadership; tactical tracker for the team
How Our CMMC Gap Assessment Works
- Week 1 – Discovery & scoping: Data flows, boundary diagram, inheritance from MSSP/M365/GovCloud, confirm CUI locations.
- Week 2 – Control & objective testing Walk through 110 requirements and the mapped 320 objectives; capture evidence; note deltas.
- Week 3 – SPRS scoring & POA&M Calculate score, identify “fast wins” (policy/evidence gaps) vs “heavy lifts” (segmentation, logging, IR drills).
- Week 4 – Executive review & remediation plan — Board-ready summary, budgeted roadmap, acceptance criteria for audit readiness.
Why act now
DoD finalized integration of CMMC 2.0 into DFARS in September 2025, with assessments phasing in beginning November 10, 2025. Many contracts will require self-assessed Level 1/2 at first, escalating to C3PAO-assessed Level 2 during the phase-in. Starting with a gap assessment de-risks upcoming solicitations.
Our Gap Assessment Deliverables
Gap report, updated SSP, POA&M, policy set templates, evidence index, and remediation backlog ordered by risk and contract impact.
Who Needs a CMMC Gap Assessment
Defense primes/subs, manufacturers, and SaaS handling CUI or FCI—especially with multi-site or hybrid IT/OT footprints.
SPRS Score & Submission Support
We calculate your score, show how to raise it, and guide submission and ongoing maintenance.
What’s included (scope at a glance)
- Policies & governance: AC, AU, CM, IA, IR, MA, MP, PE, PS, RA, CA, SC, SI families
- Technical validation: MFA, logging, backups, EDR, encryption, RBAC, change control
- People/process: training, access reviews, IR tabletop, vendor due diligence
- Third-party inheritance: cloud/service providers and contracts
Outcomes you can expect
- Higher SPRS score and a credible POA&M that can be executed before key bids
- Audit-ready evidence mapped to each objective to speed a future C3PAO assessment
- Leadership clarity on budget, timeline, and residual risk
Why Praetorian Secure
- Senior practitioners only—no junior hand-offs
- Defense-grade methodology, audit-ready deliverables
- Fixed-fee options and rapid action plans
- Trusted since 2009
CMMC Gap Assessment FAQs
What’s the difference between a CMMC gap assessment and a self-assessment?
A gap assessment is advisory and maps your gaps to 800-171/171A with a remediation plan and evidence list. Self-assessment is the DoD-recognized attestation reported to SPRS; many contracts will require it during phase-in.
How many controls and assessment objectives are there?
NIST 800-171 R2 has 110 requirements across 14 families; 800-171A defines 320 assessment objectives used to test them.
What is included in a CMMC Level 2 gap assessment?
A control-by-control review against NIST 800-171, an SPRS score, and a prioritized remediation plan with updated SSP & POA&M, evidence mapping, and CUI scoping guidance.
How is the SPRS score calculated?
We apply the NIST 800-171 scoring methodology, document deductions per control/objective, and provide a path to raise your score with specific fixes and artifacts.
How long does the assessment take?
Most SMB environments complete in 2–4 weeks; larger or multi-site scopes run 4–6 weeks. Early findings come fast, with final SSP/POA&M at closeout.
Do you help prepare for a C3PAO assessment?
Yes—your roadmap aligns to assessor expectations. We also provide evidence packaging and mock-interviews so teams are ready.
Can you develop or refresh our SSP & POA&M?
Absolutely. We create or update both, tie actions to owners/dates, and align remediation to audit timelines.
Do you support DFARS and ongoing compliance?
Yes. We align to DFARS clauses and provide governance options (vCISO, periodic reviews) to sustain posture and SPRS over time.
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Benefits of Partnering With Us for CMMC
Choosing our CMMC v2.0 Gap Assessment Services means you get more than a checklist — you get a trusted compliance partner:
Why Choose Praetorian
- 20+ Years of Cybersecurity & Compliance Experience
- Certified CMMC-RP, CISSP, CISM, and NIST Experts
- Hands-On Remediation Support — Not just findings, but solutions
- vCISO Advisory Services for long-term compliance strategy
- Proven Track Record guiding DoD contractors through NIST 800-171 and CMMC readiness
Why Act Now
- The DoD has made it clear: No CMMC compliance = No Contract Awards. With CMMC 2.0 being enforced in upcoming solicitations, now is the time to assess your gaps, build your POA&M, and get audit-ready.
- Facing costly remediation under tight deadlines
Take the First Step Toward CMMC 2.0 Compliance
At Praetorian Secure, we simplify the CMMC journey by combining deep technical expertise with executive-friendly compliance strategies. Our CMMC v2.0 Gap Assessment Services are designed to get you compliant, keep you compliant, and position you as a trusted DoD partner. Book a Free 30-Min Consult, 24–48 hours after the consult receive your plan.