Navigating CMMC and FedRAMP Together: From Assessment-Ready to Authorized

About this Event

For defense contractors and cloud service providers navigating CMMC and FedRAMP, preparation is everything. Whether you’re working toward CMMC Level 2 certification ahead of Phase 2 enforcement in November 2026 or pursuing FedRAMP authorization, organizations that start early and arrive assessment-ready have a meaningful advantage in faster timelines, fewer remediation cycles, and stronger positioning for contract opportunities.

Join compliance experts from Schellman and Chainguard for a discussion on what preparation looks like from an assessor’s perspective across both CMMC and FedRAMP — where organizations most commonly have room to strengthen their posture before engaging an assessor, and insights on one of the most impactful areas of readiness: the software supply chain. From open-source dependencies to container image hardening, you’ll leave with a practical picture of what it means to show up assessment-ready across both frameworks.

Key Takeaways

• When and how to engage a C3PAO to make the most of your assessment timeline
• The importance of choosing the right software, common pitfalls, and when changes within your environment impact complianceHow to identify and close gaps in container security and software dependencies before your assessment
• Practical steps to build a defensible, assessment-ready software environment ahead of Phase 2
• How CMMC and FedRAMP requirements intersect — and how to build a unified compliance strategy that addresses both frameworks.