CMMC & NIST 800-171 Gap Assessments
Identify Compliance Gaps & Fast-Track Your Certification
Is Your Business Ready for a CMMC Assessment?
When it comes to CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) and NIST 800-171 compliance, many contractors assume they are secure—until they face an official assessment and realize their cybersecurity measures fall short.
A Gap Assessment is the first critical step in ensuring your business meets all compliance requirements before an audit. By identifying missing controls, security weaknesses, and
documentation gaps, you can correct issues proactively—before they cost you contracts or penalties.
At CMMC Compliance Guide (by Justice IT Consulting), we conduct comprehensive CMMC & NIST 800-171 Gap Assessments to help you:
Uncover weaknesses in your cybersecurity framework.
Prioritize necessary security improvements based on risk and impact.
Develop a clear action plan to achieve compliance faster & with less stress.
What is a Gap Assessment?
A Gap Assessment is a pre-audit evaluation that compares your current cybersecurity practices against CMMC, NIST 800-171, and DFARS 252.204-7012 requirements.
We perform a detailed analysis of your policies, security controls, and IT infrastructure, identifying what’s missing, outdated, or incorrectly implemented.
Think of it as a practice test before your real CMMC assessment—giving you a chance to fix compliance gaps before they become costly mistakes.
Without a Gap Assessment, businesses risk:
Failing CMMC certification, delaying their ability to secure DoD contracts.
Scoring too low on the Exostar SPRS Assessment, reducing bidding opportunities.
Increased cybersecurity risks, leaving CUI exposed to potential breaches.
Our CMMC & NIST 800-171
Gap Assessment Process
At CMMC Compliance Guide (by Justice IT Consulting), we go beyond basic checklists—providing a detailed, hands-on evaluation to ensure your business is fully prepared for
compliance certification.
Step 1: Compliance Readiness Assessment
Review existing cybersecurity policies & documentation.
Interview key stakeholders (IT staff, leadership, compliance managers).
Identify Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) flow within your organization.
Determine compliance level (CMMC Level 1, 2, or 3) based on DoD contract needs.
This step sets the foundation by understanding your current security posture.
Step 2: Technical & Security Control Evaluation
Analyze cybersecurity controls outlined in CMMC & NIST 800-171.
Assess network security, firewalls, access controls, & encryption standards.
Verify identity & access management (IAM) configurations.
Check cloud security measures & secure data storage practices.
We pinpoint technical vulnerabilities that could fail an official audit.
Step 3: Security Documentation & Policy Review
System Security Plan (SSP) – Are all security controls properly documented?
Plan of Action & Milestones (POAM) – Are missing controls identified with clear remediation steps?
Policies & Procedures – Do they align with CMMC & NIST 800-171 security families?
Incident Response Plan (IRP) – Is your business prepared to respond to cyber incidents?
Most businesses struggle with documentation. We ensure it’s assessment-ready.
Step 4: Exostar SPRS Scoring Evaluation
Perform an Exostar Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) assessment.
Identify missing security controls affecting your score.
Determine how to improve your SPRS score to qualify for DoD contracts.
A low SPRS score can prevent your business from winning government contracts—our assessments help improve it.
Step 5: Actionable Remediation Plan & Roadmap
Provide a detailed compliance report outlining all gaps and risks.
Deliver a prioritized action plan for closing compliance gaps efficiently.
Assign risk levels to each issue, helping leadership make informed decisions.
Offer hands-on remediation assistance to implement required changes.
We don’t just tell you what’s wrong—we guide you through fixing it.
What You’ll Get from Our Gap Assessment
A clear understanding of where your company stands in compliance.
A prioritized, step-by-step roadmap to achieve full compliance.
Audit-ready documentation that aligns with CMMC & NIST 800-171.
A higher Exostar SPRS score, positioning your business for more contracts.
Expert recommendations from CMMC compliance professionals.
We take the guesswork out of compliance—so you can focus on your business.
Why Choose CMMC Compliance Guide?
We Speak Your Language (No Jargon Overload!) - CMMC compliance doesn’t have to be confusing. We translate complex cybersecurity standards into plain English, making it easy for business owners, CFOs, and IT teams to understand.
Hands-On Implementation Support - Most consultants stop at recommendations. We go beyond advising—helping you implement security controls, update documentation, and ensure your compliance roadmap is practical & achievable.
Expertise in Manufacturing & Aerospace Compliance - We specialize in helping DoD contractors, aerospace manufacturers, and precision machine shops meet CMMC and NIST 800-171 requirements.
FutureFeed GRC Implementation Experts - We integrate compliance tracking into FutureFeed, a leading Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) platform, to make ongoing compliance effortless.
Compliance & Cybersecurity in One - Unlike firms that focus only on compliance or IT security, we do both—providing a complete solution for cybersecurity, compliance, and ongoing monitoring.
Who Needs a CMMC Gap Assessment?
DoD contractors preparing for CMMC certification.
Small-to-medium manufacturers handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
Aerospace, defense, and precision machining companies.
Businesses needing an improved Exostar SPRS score to bid on contracts.
Companies unsure if their cybersecurity meets compliance standards.
If you’re dealing with DoD contracts, you need to ensure your cybersecurity is ready—before an official assessment finds the gaps for you.
Get Started with a Gap Assessment Today
Don’t wait until an official audit to discover your compliance issues.
Book a free discovery call with us to discuss your businesses gap assessment needs
by filling out the form below, calling us at
817-803-4603 or email us at [email protected]
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