The Hidden Role of Company Culture in Passing a CMMC Assessment
There’s a side of cybersecurity that rarely gets enough attention: the people behind the protocols. While firewalls and encryption grab headlines, it’s the daily behavior and mindset of employees that quietly shape whether a company sails through a CMMC assessment or stumbles. Company culture might not show up on a checklist, but its impact runs deep—especially under CMMC compliance requirements.
Embedding Cyber Hygiene in Employee Daily Practices
Cybersecurity habits aren’t just policies—they’re everyday actions. Clicking suspicious links, ignoring software updates, or writing passwords on sticky notes can undo even the strongest tech setup. Organizations chasing CMMC level 1 requirements often overlook how frequently security lapses stem from routine shortcuts, not major breaches. That’s where culture steps in. If employees see cybersecurity as part of their role, not just IT’s job, it becomes second nature.
Leaders can spark this shift by making small tasks matter. A weekly reminder to update devices, … Read More