What to Expect from a CMMC Assessment: Assessor and Auditee Perspectives

A CMMC Level 2 assessment is not a test you can cram for. It's a structured evaluation where trained assessors examine your organization's cybersecurity practices through interviews, evidence review, and technical testing.

Here's what actually happens — from both sides of the table.

Before the Assessment

What the C3PAO Does

Before arriving (or connecting remotely), the C3PAO assessment team will:

• Review your System Security Plan (SSP) and network diagrams
• Examine your Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M) for any open items