Achieving CMMC Level 1 Certification: A Stepping Stone for Canadian Defense Contractors

This webinar provides a comprehensive understanding of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 1 requirements, specifically tailored for Canadian defense contractors. Participants will gain insights into the importance of CMMC certification, the processes involved and the challenges that may arise. This session is essential for organizations aiming to strengthen their cybersecurity posture and succeed in the global defense marketplace.

For organizations pursuing certification after this introductory webinar, our CMMC course on December 6, 2024 provides in-depth training on self-assessments, implementation requirements and certification preparation.

What you will learn:

1. Introduction
2. Understanding CMMC Level 1
   

   • CMMC Level 1 requirements and objectives overview

3. The Canadian Context: CPCSC Level 1
   
   • CMMC Level 1 alignment with Canadian CPCSC Level 1 standards
4. Benefits of CMMC Level 1 Certification
   
   • Value and importance for organizations
5. Challenges for Canadian Companies
   • Common obstacles and solutions
6. Preparing for CMMC Level 1 Certification
   • Initiation and Assessment: Building a compliance team
   • Implementation: Developing policies and procedures
   • Validation: Training programs and certification requirements
7. Security Control Practices
   • Implementation guidelines and best practices
8. Leveraging CMMC Level 1 for CPCSC Level 1 Compliance
   • Strategies for CMMC Level 1 certification to meet CPCSC Level 1 requirements

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Presented by

Arnold Villeneuve – Cybersecurity Expert

Arnold Villeneuve has extensive experience helping organizations achieve compliance within international cybersecurity standards. Specializing in defense sector requirements, he was the first Canadian to achieve US DoD CMMC certification as a Provisional Assessor and Instructor. Arnold has assisted numerous companies in navigating the complexities of CMMC and CPCSC certifications and is dedicated to empowering companies to strengthen their cybersecurity posture and succeed in the global defense marketplace.

About ABS Quality Evaluations

ABS Quality Evaluations, Inc. (ABS QE) is a subsidiary of ABS Group of Companies, Inc. (www.abs-group.com). As a world-leading certification body, ABS QE works with companies to improve the performance of their business, systems, people and supply chains through management systems certification, verification, training and assessments, including supply chain and cybersecurity. ABS QE’s global network of auditors plays a crucial role in helping organizations achieve business excellence and obtain the necessary certifications to get products and services to market.

About ABS Group

ABS Group of Companies, Inc. (ABS Group) and its operating subsidiaries provide risk management solutions and certification services worldwide that help clients address the safety, integrity, quality and environmental efficiency of critical assets and operations. Headquartered in Spring, Texas, ABS Group operates with more than 1200 professionals across the globe, serving the marine and offshore, oil, gas and chemical, government, power and energy and industrial sectors. ABS Group is a subsidiary of ABS (www.eagle.org), a leading marine and offshore classification society.