The client has a Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system as OT to be evaluated as part of its assessment. In reviewing network architecture and conducting interviews, the assessor determines that a firewall separates the SCADA system from the client's enterprise network and that CUI is not processed by the SCADA system. Based on this information, what is an appropriate outcome?

• A.The assessor includes the OT within the assessment
• B.The assessor determines the SCADA system is out-of-scope for the assessment
• C.The assessor includes all systems identified by the client as part of the assessment
• D.The assessor determines that all Specialized Assets are within the scope of the assessment

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John, a Certified CMMC Assessor, has been conducting CMMC assessments for several years. During a recent assessment at a defense contractor, he encountered several issues similar to challenges he had faced in previous assessments. Influenced by his past experiences, John's interpretation of the contractor's practices was shaped by his preconceptions. Which of the following is TRUE about John's interpretation?

• A.John's bias has no impact on the integrity of the assessment
• B.John's bias can affect the integrity of the CMMC assessment
• C.John's experience ensures that all assessments will be unbiased and accurate
• D.John's preconceptions help streamline the assessment process and ensure consistency

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You are a Lead Assessor, and an OSC has engaged your C3PAO firm to conduct a CMMC assessment. As the Lead Assessor, you are responsible for identifying, documenting, and communicating any potential risks that could impact the successful completion of the planned assessment. You need to evaluate various risk categories and develop mitigation plans to ensure a smooth assessment process. If a member of the Assessment Team is at risk of being delayed and is unable to start the assessment on time, which of the following would be an appropriate mitigation plan?

• A.Proceed with the assessment without the delayed team member
• B.Request additional resources from the OSC to compensate for the delayed team member
• C.Reschedule the assessment for a later date
• D.Identify an alternate resource to shadow the Assessment Team member and potentially act as a successor

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The Cyber AB has completed an investigation into a report submitted by a CCA regarding a potential violation by another CCA. They have determined that the violation falls within the scope of the relevant Industry Working Group's authority. What is the likely course of action for the Cyber AB in this scenario?

• A.Continue the investigation and make a final determination on the violation.
• B.Refer the incident to the relevant Industry Working Group for resolution, which may include remediation, coaching, or termination, with a right of appeal.
• C.Immediately suspend the CCA's certification pending the working group's resolution.
• D.Dismiss the investigation as it falls outside Cyber AB's direct authority.

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An OSC previously received a Conditional CMMC Level 2 Certification during Phase 3 of the assessment process. The OSC has been working on implementing a POA&M to address the practice deficiencies identified during the initial assessment. Now, within 180 days from the Final Recommended Findings Briefing, you are to conduct a POA&M Closeout Assessment. As the Lead Assessor, you and your assessment team review the OSC's updated POA&M, accompanying evidence, and any scheduled observations, interviews, or tests with the aim of validating the implementation of the corrective actions. If any practices on the POA&M review fail to result in a score of 'MET,' what should the Lead Assessor recommend?

• A.Update the POA&M with the remaining practice deficiencies for the OSC to address.
• B.Recommend the OSC NOT be recommended for CMMC Level 2 Final Certification.
• C.Conduct a follow-up assessment to review the remaining practice deficiencies.
• D.Extend the timeframe for the OSC to address the remaining practice deficiencies.

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