Building the Right Team for CMMC: Why the Right MSP and CMMC-Focused MSSP Combination Matters
Hosted by Adam Starnes
As CMMC expectations tighten and audit scheduling becomes more competitive, organizations are realizing that compliance is not just about tools. It is about structure.
This session explores why IT operations and cybersecurity oversight must be properly separated, how the right MSP and CMMC-focused MSSP combination strengthens audit defensibility, and what to look for in partners who can support long-term compliance and security maturity.
May Topics
•Why CMMC Requires Separation of Duties
• IT vs. Cybersecurity: Distinct Roles, Distinct Responsibilities
• The Risk of Blending IT and Security into One Function
• What Makes a CMMC-Ready MSP
• What Makes a CMMC-Focused MSSP Different
• Why Separate Companies Strengthen Accountability
What to Expect
A practical framework you can adapt to your organization
Examples of how successful organizations structure their plans
Q&A with Jaclyn Jones, MAD Security’s GRC Compliance Lead
Town Hall Webinarledby Adam Starnes
May 21, 2026 at 2:00 PM Central
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