Traditional methods of continuous monitoring are quickly becoming obsolete, and organizations are turning to comprehensive tools to stay ahead of regulations and threats. The practice of conducting periodic assessments and reacting to incidents after the fact will not provide the security that most frameworks and regulations require.
That’s why many security teams are shifting to continuous monitoring, powered by three core technology pillars: SIEM, SOAR, and GRC.
In today’s digital-first business environment, cybersecurity resilience is no longer a matter of simply having the proper firewalls or endpoint protection. It is the result of tightly integrated governance, robust risk management, and comprehensive compliance practices—all of which must be unified into a coherent, adaptable strategy. Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) software platforms have emerged as essential tools for enabling this transformation.
GRC software, once seen as a back-office compliance utility, has become a frontline enabler of cybersecurity resilience. Centralized workflows make it much simpler to proactively defend against emerging threats.
CMMC 2.0 Level 3 transcends the foundational and advanced cyber hygiene practices enumerated in Level 1 and Level 2, respectively, venturing into a realm where the mitigation of Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) is at the forefront.
This article will cover CMMC Maturity Level 3 and the controls mandated by the framework, specifically those outlined in NIST Special Publication 800-172.