The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a requirement from the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) for all suppliers handling sensitive information.
- Federal Contract Information (FCI) falls under CMMC Level 1
- Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) falls under CMMC Level 2.
In short: If you handle FCI, Level 1 is sufficient. But if you process CUI, you must comply with Level 2.
⚠️ Important: Final certification is always issued by an accredited third-party assessor (C3PAO). No advisor can guarantee a successful outcome — but with Advania, you gain access to the strongest support and methodology on the market, giving you a better chance of success than anywhere else in Europe.
Why you should work with an RPO
| Registered Practitioner Organization (RPO) |
Other Consultants |
| Officially reviewed and listed by Cyber AB |
No formal accreditation |
| Authorized to use the Cyber AB seal |
Lacks official quality mark |
| Focuses solely on advisory services – no conflict of interest with future assessments |
May offer both advisory and assessment services |
| Must employ certified RP/RPA and follow a strict code of conduct |
Unclear competence requirements |
| A certified RP or RPA from an approved RPO ensures a quality-assured process that strengthens the credibility of your self-assessment, with verification by Cyber AB |
Self-assessments often lack formal quality assurance and may be perceived as less credible by DoD/C3PAO |
RPO status stands for impartial guidance, verified competence, and continuous professional development. These are all key factors in minimizing the risk of misinterpreting CMMC requirements.
