The Cyber AB plays an important role in the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program, overseeing the organizations responsible for conducting CMMC certification assessments and supporting the broader CMMC ecosystem.
For defense contractors navigating CMMC requirements, understanding the Cyber AB's role can help clarify who oversees the assessment process, where to find authorized assessment organizations, and how different CMMC service providers support compliance readiness.
The Cyber AB (Cybersecurity Accreditation Body) is the official accreditation body for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program. It is an independent, nonprofit organization responsible for overseeing key aspects of the CMMC assessment ecosystem.
The Cyber AB works with the Department of Defense (DoD) to support the integrity and consistency of the CMMC certification process. One of its primary responsibilities is authorizing and accrediting CMMC Third-Party Assessment Organizations (C3PAOs), which conduct CMMC Level 2 certification assessments.
The Cyber AB also maintains a directory of organizations and professionals participating in the CMMC ecosystem, helping defense contractors identify authorized assessment organizations and registered service providers.
For organizations working toward CMMC compliance, the Cyber AB serves as a resource for understanding the assessment ecosystem and identifying qualified organizations to support their compliance efforts.
The Cyber AB plays a central role in maintaining the integrity of the CMMC assessment ecosystem. Its primary responsibilities include:
While the Cyber AB oversees the CMMC assessment ecosystem, it does not conduct certification assessments. CMMC Level 2 certification assessments are performed by authorized C3PAOs.
As a managed security service provider (MSSP), CorpInfoTech is committed to helping their clients achieve and maintain CMMC compliance through practical guidance and measurable results CorrpInfoTech is a Registered Provider Organization (RPO) with the Cyber AB, demonstrating our participation in the CMMC ecosystem and commitment to supporting defense contractors with compliance readiness and ongoing cybersecurity requirements.
CorpInfoTech has extensive experience supporting organizations in defense, energy, critical manufacturing, financial services, banking, and sensitive logistics industries. Our team holds industry-recognized certifications and credentials, and we take a holistic approach to risk assessment and advisory services that aligns CMMC Levels 1 and 2 with applicable NIST SP 800-171 requirements and the Center for Internet Security (CIS) Controls.
CorpInfoTech is also the first organization earn CIS Controls accreditation through CREST. We also are a trusted partner of CompTIA, a leading organization supporting IT and cybersecurity education.
This approach helps organizations to implement security controls that are appropriate for their business, address applicable CMMC requirements, and support long-term cybersecurity and compliance objective. CorpInfoTech demonstrates its commitment to cybersecurity and compliance through independent validation of its practices.
Understanding the Cyber AB's role is one part of navigating CMMC requirements. CorpInfoTech helps defense contractors strengthen cybersecurity practices, address compliance gaps and maintain documentation and evidence needed to support ongoing CMMC readiness/compliance. 
CorpInfoTech (Corporate Information Technologies) provides small to mid-market organizations with expert I.T. services, including security assessment, cybersecurity penetration tests, managed services (MSP), firewall management, and vulnerability management. CorpInfoTech can help organizations, quantify, create, refine, and mitigate the risks presented by business threatening disasters in whatever form they may be disguised.