NIST 800-171 and CMMC Compliance for Manufacturing Essentials

NIST 800-171 and CMMC Compliance for Manufacturing Essentials Training by Tonex

This comprehensive training delves into the critical cybersecurity requirements for defense and aerospace manufacturers. Mastering NIST 800-171 and CMMC 2.0 is essential for safeguarding Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). This training addresses the unique challenges of protecting both IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments. It provides a clear roadmap for achieving and maintaining compliance, ensuring business continuity and security posture. This training is vital for strengthening the cybersecurity resilience of the manufacturing sector.

Audience:

• Cybersecurity Professionals
• IT Managers and Administrators
• Compliance Officers
• Manufacturing Engineers
• Defense and Aerospace Contractors
• Supply Chain Security Personnel

Learning Objectives:

• Understand NIST 800-171 and CMMC 2.0 requirements.
• Identify and protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
• Differentiate between IT and OT security.
• Develop a CMMC 2.0 compliance roadmap.
• Implement effective cybersecurity controls.
• Maintain ongoing compliance.

Course Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to NIST 800-171 and CMMC 2.0

• Overview of NIST 800-171 and CMMC 2.0 frameworks.
• Importance of cybersecurity in the defense and aerospace sectors.
• Understanding Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
• Regulatory landscape and compliance requirements.
• Impact of non-compliance.
• Introduction to the CMMC 2.0 model and its levels.

Module 2: Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Handling

• Identifying and classifying CUI.
• Implementing access controls for CUI.
• Secure storage and transmission of CUI.
• Data encryption and protection techniques.
• Incident response for CUI breaches.
• Auditing and monitoring CUI access.

Module 3: IT vs. OT Security in Manufacturing

• Differences between IT and OT environments.
• Unique security challenges in OT systems.
• Integrating IT and OT security strategies.
• Protecting industrial control systems (ICS).
• Addressing vulnerabilities in legacy OT systems.
• Implementing network segmentation.

Module 4: CMMC 2.0 Compliance Roadmap

• Developing a phased compliance approach.
• Conducting a gap analysis.
• Creating a System Security Plan (SSP).
• Implementing required security controls.
• Documenting compliance efforts.
• Preparing for CMMC assessments.

Module 5: Implementing Cybersecurity Controls

• Access control and authentication.
• Incident response and recovery.
• Configuration management.
• Security awareness training.
• Vulnerability management.
• System and information integrity.

Module 6: Maintaining Ongoing Compliance

• Continuous monitoring and improvement.
• Regular security assessments and audits.
• Updating security policies and procedures.
• Managing third-party risks.
• Staying updated with evolving threats.
• Long term sustainment of implemented controls.

Enhance your organization’s cybersecurity posture and achieve CMMC 2.0 compliance. Enroll in the NIST 800-171 and CMMC Compliance for Manufacturing Essentials Training today.