Aligning the AI Risk Management Framework with CUI Risk Assessment Requirements

About the podcast

This podcast contains dialog, voices and materials that are generated by Artificial Intelligence tools, but reviewed and published by the creator. Welcome to CMMC Unlocked, the definitive podcast for defense contractors, cybersecurity professionals, and compliance leaders navigating the complex world of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). Hosted by a seasoned Certified CMMC Assessor and Instructor with years of hands-on experience in assessments, gap analyses, and implementation services, this series pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to achieve and maintain CMMC compliance. This podcast contains dialog, voices and materials that are generated by Artificial Intelligence tools, but reviewed and published by the creator. Each episode dives deep into the practical realities of CMMC—from interpreting the latest updates from the DoD and Cyber-AB, to demystifying assessment criteria, to sharing real-world lessons learned from the field. Whether you're a small business just starting your compliance journey or a prime contractor preparing for a Level 2 assessment, this podcast delivers actionable insights, expert interviews, and strategic guidance to help you succeed. What You’ll Learn: How to prepare for a CMMC assessment (and what assessors are really looking for) Common pitfalls and how to avoid them Implementation strategies that work for organizations of all sizes Updates on CMMC rulemaking, timelines, and policy changes Stories from the field: anonymized case studies and lessons learned Why Listen? Because compliance isn’t just about checking boxes—it’s about protecting our national defense supply chain. And no one understands that better than someone who’s been in the trenches, guiding organizations from uncertainty to certification.