CMMC vs FedRAMP: Different Programmes, Overlapping Controls

Side-by-Side

Where They Overlap

Technical control families look similar because both draw from the NIST catalogue world. Contractors hosting CUI in FedRAMP Moderate–authorized clouds can inherit provider controls — but must still close customer residual duties for CMMC. See equivalency.

How CyberSilo Helps

• Crosswalk evidence between federal programmes where mappings exist
• CSA for CMMC requirement tracking; ThreatHawk for shared logging proof

Frequently Asked Questions

If my SaaS is FedRAMP Moderate, am I CMMC Level 2?

No. The SaaS authorization helps inheritance. Your organization still needs CMMC assessment against your FCI/CUI environment.

Does CMMC Level 3 equal FedRAMP High?

No. Level 3 adds 24 selected 800-172 requirements assessed by DIBCAC after Level 2 C3PAO — a different programme construct.

Which should I pursue first?

Contractors follow CMMC/DFARS on their contracts. CSPs pursue FedRAMP to sell to agencies. Many DIB firms do CMMC while consuming FedRAMP clouds.

Related CMMC Resources

CMMC hub · GCC High · CMMC vs 800-171 · FedRAMP