CMMC Certified Professional (CCP)

CMMC Certified Professional (CCP) Course

Format: Live Instructor-Led by CMMC-AB (Provisional) Certified Experts
Duration Options:

• 3-5 Days
  • 3-Day: Pre-Thanksgiving sessions (rare)
  • 4-Day or 5-Day: Standard schedule
• 2 Weeks: 4 hours/day (Sunday-Thursday evenings, ET)
  • Ideal for Pacific, Alaskan, and Hawaiian time zones
• Course Materials: Online Courseware (English)
• Content Provider: Logical Operations

Course Overview

Gain essential skills to navigate the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework with expert-led training. This course equips professionals with the knowledge to:

• Implement CMMC requirements in daily operations.
• Support organizations in meeting DoD cybersecurity standards.
• Prepare for roles as Certified CMMC Professionals (CCP) or Certified CMMC Assessors (CCA).

As a Cyber AB/CAICO Licensed/Approved Training Provider (LTP), we specialize in delivering curriculum aligned with CMMC standards, empowering participants to support the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) and its 300,000+ contractors in achieving compliance.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

• DoD contractor employees and regulatory compliance officers.
• Cybersecurity managers and consultants providing CMMC guidance.
• Professionals pursuing Certified Assessor or Instructor roles.
• Individuals seeking foundational knowledge of CMMC.
• Defense-sector focused cybersecurity professionals from all nations.
  • As per the new 32 CFR Part 170 CMMC Final Rule: You DO NOT have to be a citizen of the United States to become certified.

Key Benefits of Attending

By completing this course, participants will:

• Master the CMMC framework, levels, domains, processes, and practices.
• Understand references like NIST SP 800-171, FAR 52.204-21, and DFARS clauses.
• Learn the roles and responsibilities within the Cyber AB ecosystem.
• Prepare for the CCP certification exam and gain eligibility for assessor roles.

What are the prerequisites to get certified?

• Review the CCP requirements on the Cyber AB website.

• Learn more about the CCP Exam Requirements.

• Take CCP training with a CAICO Approved Training Provider (ATP). ATPs can be found through the CMMC Marketplace.

  • Note: Only individuals successfully trained by an LTP will have access to register to take the CCA exam

• Pass the CCP certification exam.

• Recommended educational and/or experience for the CCP program:

  • College degree in a cyber or informational technology field or 2+ years of related experience or education or 2 years of equivalent experience (including military) in a cyber, information technology, or assessment field; and

  • CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent knowledge/experience; and

• DoD CUI Awareness Training DoD Mandatory Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Training (usalearning.gov)

• Have or gain a favorable DoD Tier 3 Background Investigation Determination, or Possess a NAC (National Agency Check) or other DoD accepted clearance. Watch our video on Tier 3 Background checks.

  • Or international / host country equivalent

Course Objectives

Participants will:

• Identify threats to the Defense Supply Chain and understand risk management standards.
• Protect sensitive information in compliance with federal regulations.
• Understand CMMC's role in federal acquisitions and implement required practices.
• Evaluate readiness for certification and conduct CMMC readiness checks.
• Use CMMC Assessment Guides to evaluate evidence and meet Level 1 and Level 2 requirements.

Why Choose This Course?

This course provides practical insights into the CMMC ecosystem, preparing participants to:

• Build compliance strategies for their organizations.
• Contribute as team members in CMMC assessments.
• Lay the groundwork for advanced roles like Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA).

Target Audience

This course is designed for:

• Cybersecurity professionals working with the Defense Industrial Base.
• Federal employees managing cybersecurity compliance.
• Technology consultants supporting CMMC preparation and implementation.
• Individuals seeking to advance in the CMMC career pathway.