Cygnolia
CMMC Quality Assurance
QA as a Service for C3PAOs
Cygnolia provides specialized quality assurance reviews for CMMC Level 2 assessments, ensuring thoroughness and compliance in documentation and process. Our independent QA services help C3PAOs meet rigorous standards, delivering reliable results for successful certification.
Our Services
QA by a CCA
Cygnolia offers specialized QA services that provide C3PAOs with an efficient solution for meeting CMMC requirements without needing to hire a third Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA) on staff. By partnering with us, C3PAOs gain access to a qualified, independent CCA who ensures that all documentation and assessment processes meet rigorous standards, helping streamline compliance and maintain objectivity. This approach allows C3PAOs to focus on their core assessment tasks while we handle the crucial quality assurance functions.
Detail-Oriented Deliverables
Our deliverables include a detailed QA Findings Report, highlighting any discrepancies and recommended corrective actions, as well as a final QA Approval Statement verifying that the assessment documentation is ready for submission to eMASS. These reports are structured according to the C3PAO’s standards, providing clear, actionable insights to streamline the certification process.
Meet the Team
Gig Walsh brings over 21 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a strong foundation in the defense industry and extensive expertise in conducting security assessments. Certified as a CMMC Certified Professional (CCP), Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Gig has a deep understanding of regulatory and compliance standards critical to safeguarding sensitive data. Gig’s blend of technical knowledge and hands-on experience in high-stakes environments ensures that Cygnolia delivers accurate, reliable, and thorough QA services tailored for CMMC Level 2 assessments.
Gig Walsh
Founder
QA for C3PAOs
The CMMC rule specifies that the QA function must be performed by a Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA) who is not a member of the Assessment Team for which they are conducting the quality assurance review, ensuring independence and objectivity in validating the assessment data’s integrity prior to upload into the CMMC instantiation of eMASS (Section 170.14(b)(13)).
Our Vision
By hiring Cygnolia, a company specializing in QA reviews for CMMC Level 2 assessments, C3PAOs can achieve higher standards of accuracy, consistency, and compliance. We believe our independent QA services help build trust in the assessment process, streamline documentation and processes for smooth certification, and ensure readiness for regulatory requirements. With Cygnolia, C3PAOs can be confident in delivering assessments that meet rigorous CMMC standards.
Methodology
Cygnolia is centered on performing thorough, independent QA reviews within the C3PAO's environment, ensuring document security and confidentiality. We adhere to each C3PAO’s specific formatting, project guidelines, and standards, integrating seamlessly into existing processes to provide accurate, compliant, and efficient quality assurance for CMMC Level 2 assessments.
