CMMC Compliance & Evidence Readiness for Defense Contractors
CMMC assessments fail most often due to incomplete scope definition and insufficient evidence quality, not missing controls. Secuvy accelerates CMMC Level 2 evaluations by producing structured, assessor-ready evidence for unstructured CUI across Microsoft 365, cloud, and on-prem environments.
What CMMC 2.0 Requires
CMMC 2.0 requires defense contractors to demonstrate, not just state, that Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) is:
Accurately identified
Appropriately labeled
Access-controlled
Continuously governed
Supported by audit-ready evidence
During a C3PAO (Certified Third Party Assessment Organization) evaluation, organizations must present verifiable artifacts that show how CUI is discovered, classified, tracked, and remediated across their environment.
This is where most organizations struggle.
Why CMMC Evaluations Stall or Fail
“We thought we knew our CUI scope”
Common issues identified during assessments include:
Unstructured CUI sprawl across SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, and file shares
Over-classification or misclassification caused by manual labeling
Inconsistent evidence across practices and SSP sections
Missing traceability between controls, data, and enforcement actions
Unapproved exceptions with no documented compensating controls
These gaps lead to expanded assessment scope, longer evaluations, and higher remediation cost.
What Secuvy Actually Delivers for CMMC Evaluations
Secuvy is not a certification tool.
It is a CMMC evidence and scope acceleration platform.
Below are the exact artifacts Secuvy produces to support CMMC Level 2 evaluations.
CUI Discovery & Classification Report (O365 Repository-Level)
Secuvy generates a structured report showing:
Where CUI exists across Microsoft 365 repositories
How data is classified and labeled
Coverage gaps and misclassified content
Repository-level visibility for SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams
This report establishes a defensible CUI inventory, forming the foundation for scope definition.
Evidence Index (Artifact Map)
Secuvy creates an Evidence Index that documents:
What evidence exists
Where it originates from
How it was collected
Which CMMC practices it supports
This index simplifies assessor review and eliminates ad-hoc evidence gathering during the evaluation window.
Sampling Pack (Items, Events, Supporting Evidence)
Assessors require representative samples, not raw data dumps.
Secuvy provides curated Sampling Packs containing:
Selected files, events, and controls
Supporting metadata and context
Clear linkage to CMMC Level 2 practices
This accelerates sampling reviews and reduces back-and-forth during assessments.
Traceability Matrix Aligned to CMMC Level 2 + SSP References
Secuvy generates a Traceability Matrix that:
Maps discovered CUI to relevant CMMC Level 2 practices
References corresponding SSP sections
Demonstrates how controls apply to real data
This matrix is critical for proving that CUI handling aligns with documented security posture.
Exception Register with Approvals & Compensating Controls
Not all risks can be eliminated immediately.
Secuvy maintains an Exception Register that includes:
Documented exceptions
Approval context
Compensating control evidence
This supports risk-based decisions and demonstrates governance maturity during evaluations.
Monthly Trend Reports (Label Coverage & Risk Reduction)
Secuvy produces ongoing trend reports showing:
Improvements in CUI label coverage
Reductions in oversharing and DLP events
Evidence of continuous compliance, not point-in-time readiness
These reports are especially valuable for maintaining posture between assessments.
How This Supports CMMC Level 2 Practices
Secuvy supports multiple CMMC practice families by providing data-centric evidence, not policy statements
CMMC Practice
Requirement
Secuvy Contribution
AC.L2-3.1.1
Limit access to authorized users
Evidence of access patterns and over-permission detection
MP.L2-3.8.3
Media disposal and sanitization
Identification of redundant or obsolete CUI
RM.L2-3.14.1
Risk assessment
Exception registers and trend reporting
CMF / SSP Alignment
Documentation consistency
Traceability matrix and evidence index
Secuvy complements existing GRC, DLP, and labeling tools by validating outcomes with real data.
Why Defense Contractors Use Secuvy Alongside Existing Tools
Many organizations already use Microsoft Purview or similar platforms.
However, these tools rely heavily on manual labeling and static policies.
Secuvy adds:
Independent validation of CUI presence
Repository-level discovery visibility
Structured, assessor-friendly evidence outputs
Continuous governance signals
This reduces uncertainty during audits and shortens evaluation timelines.
Frequently Asked Questions (CMMC Compliance)
Does Secuvy store our CUI or ITAR data?
No, Secuvy does not store or retain CUI or ITAR data. Secuvy operates by analyzing data-at-rest, processing metadata and contextual signals required for discovery, classification, and reporting without copying or relocating sensitive content.
Is Secuvy required for CMMC compliance?
No, Secuvy is not a mandatory requirement for CMMC compliance. Secuvy supports organizations preparing for CMMC Level 2 by reducing manual effort related to CUI discovery, scope validation, and evidence preparation, which are common challenges during assessments.
Does Secuvy certify us for CMMC Level 2?
No, Secuvy does not certify organizations and does not replace a C3PAO. CMMC certification is performed only by authorized C3PAOs. Secuvy helps organizations prepare structured, assessor-ready artifacts to support evaluations.
How does Secuvy help reduce CMMC assessment scope?
Secuvy helps identify where CUI exists and does not exist across repositories. This allows organizations to clearly define assessment boundaries and demonstrate that non-CUI systems fall outside the CMMC scope, helping reduce cost and complexity.
We use Microsoft GCC High. Do we still need Secuvy?
Yes. GCC High provides the secure environment, but CMMC still requires organizations to demonstrate:
Where CUI is stored
How it is labeled
Who has access
Secuvy supports this by validating CUI classification, identifying mislocated data, and producing traceable evidence aligned to CMMC practices.
How is Secuvy different from GRC or compliance management tools?
GRC platforms focus on policies, procedures, and control documentation. Secuvy provides data-level evidence, including:
CUI discovery reports
Traceability matrices
Evidence indexes
Exception registers
Most organizations use Secuvy alongside existing GRC tools.
What artifacts does Secuvy generate for CMMC assessments?
Secuvy supports generation of structured artifacts such as:
CUI Discovery & Classification Reports
Evidence Index (what evidence exists and where it came from)
Sampling Packs with supporting evidence
Traceability Matrices aligned to CMMC Level 2 practices and SSP references
Exception Registers with approvals and compensating controls
Trend reports showing improvement over time
How does Secuvy support assessor sampling during evaluations?
Secuvy helps prepare Sampling Packs that include:
Representative files or events
Supporting classification and access evidence
Clear traceability to relevant CMMC practices
This reduces ad-hoc evidence collection during assessments.
Can Secuvy be used after a CMMC assessment?
Yes. Secuvy is often used post-assessment to:
Monitor scope drift
Maintain evidence between assessments
Support remediation efforts
Improve readiness for future evaluations
Does Secuvy monitor changes over time?
Yes, Secuvy provides trend reporting that shows:
Improvements in classification coverage
Reductions in oversharing or DLP-related events
Indicators of ongoing compliance posture
How long does it take to generate initial CMMC-related artifacts?
Timelines vary based on environment size and complexity. Secuvy is designed to significantly reduce preparation time compared to manual, spreadsheet-based approaches by automating discovery and evidence structuring.
How does Secuvy handle exceptions and compensating controls?
Secuvy maintains an Exception Register that documents:
Approved exceptions
Business justification
Associated compensating control evidence
This supports risk-based decision-making expected during CMMC evaluations.
Does Secuvy monitor changes over time?
Yes, Secuvy provides trend reporting that shows:
Improvements in classification coverage
Reductions in oversharing or DLP-related events
Indicators of ongoing compliance posture
Does Secuvy replace our System Security Plan (SSP)?
No, Secuvy does not replace the SSP. It provides data inventories, traceability, and evidence inputs that help populate and maintain the SSP accurately over time.
What is CUI in the context of CMMC?
CUI (Controlled Unclassified Information) is sensitive information that requires safeguarding under federal regulations and must be protected under CMMC Level 2.
What is a C3PAO?
A C3PAO (CMMC Third-Party Assessment Organization) is a DoD-authorized entity responsible for conducting official CMMC assessments.
Does Secuvy only work with Microsoft 365?
Secuvy supports Microsoft 365 environments and can extend to additional repositories depending on deployment and configuration.