In plain English
CMMC and NIST SP 800-171 are mainly about protecting certain federal/defense information (often called CUI). Most local governments focus on ORC § 9.64 first. Use this page only if defense contracts, research, ports, or supply-chain partners pull you into that world.
Keep the tracks separate
| Track | Question | Common mistake |
|---|---|---|
| ORC § 9.64 | Do we have a living public-sector cyber program? | Assuming a federal assessment replaces state program duties |
| CMMC / 800-171 | Is covered federal information protected as required? | Saying “CMMC ready” without a real assessment path |
How FalconForgeAI helps you
When both tracks appear, we help you keep evidence and claims honest.
- Separate the environments — Citizen systems vs any CUI-sensitive work.
- Organize practice evidence — What is documented, missing, or vendor-dependent.
- Careful language — We avoid “certified / ready” claims that overstate your position.
- Leadership briefing — Clear explanation of what applies and what does not.
We help you see and organize the story. Your leaders still decide. We do not file state or federal reports, certify compliance, or give legal advice.