15 Best CMMC GRC Tools and Cybersecurity Software for CMMC

Top 15 Best CMMC GRC Tools and Cybersecurity Software for CMMC

As cybersecurity requirements for the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) intensify, achieving and maintaining Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is critical for organizations working with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) platforms and robust cybersecurity software are essential for navigating CMMC—helping organizations implement practices, manage processes, and prepare for assessments across the required maturity levels.

At Risk Cognizance, we’ve compiled this guide to the top 15 CMMC compliance tools available today. Leading the list is our own platform, Risk Cognizance, designed to help you take control of your CMMC journey with advanced automation and analytics tailored for the DIB supply chain.

1. Risk Cognizance

Why It Leads

Risk Cognizance is purpose-built to simplify and accelerate CMMC compliance for organizations handling Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Our intelligent platform automates the implementation and monitoring of CMMC practices and processes, provides clear guidance across maturity levels, and streamlines preparation for CMMC assessments.

Key Features

• CMMC Framework Mapping: Provides pre-configured mapping of controls and practices to CMMC 2.0 levels (Level 1, Level 2, Level 3) and domains, simplifying scope definition and implementation.
• Automated Evidence Collection for CMMC: Integrates with your systems to automatically gather and organize evidence required to demonstrate adherence to CMMC practices and processes for assessments.
• Continuous Monitoring of CMMC Controls: Delivers real-time oversight of your security controls and practices mapped to CMMC requirements, providing continuous visibility into your compliance posture.
• CMMC Aligned Risk Management: Offers tools to conduct risk assessments specifically focused on threats and vulnerabilities to FCI and CUI, aligning with CMMC's risk-based approach.
• Policy and Procedure Management: Centralizes the creation, management, and distribution of policies and procedures essential for meeting CMMC documentation requirements across maturity levels.
• CMMC Assessment Preparation Support: Provides tools and workflows to streamline the preparation process for CMMC assessments, including gap analysis, Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) tracking, and evidence organization.
• Supply Chain Risk Management (TPRM): Includes capabilities to assess and manage the cybersecurity posture of subcontractors and vendors in your supply chain, addressing CMMC requirements for prime contractors.
• Incident Response Planning and Tracking: Supports the development and management of incident response plans and tracking of security incidents, aligning with CMMC Incident Response domain requirements.
• Automated Task Management for CMMC: Assigns and tracks tasks related to implementing CMMC practices, remediating findings, and maintaining compliance, enhancing accountability.
• Customizable Reporting and Dashboards: Generates reports and provides dashboards for visualizing CMMC compliance status, progress, and risk posture for internal teams and CMMC assessors.
• User Access Management Support: Facilitates managing and documenting user access controls and reviews, supporting CMMC Access Control and Identification & Authentication domain requirements.
• Vulnerability Management Integration: Integrates with vulnerability scanning tools to incorporate vulnerability data into risk assessments and track remediation efforts relevant to CMMC.
• Guided Workflows for CMMC Processes: Provides step-by-step guidance for implementing CMMC processes and practices within the platform.
• Audit Trail of All Activities: Maintains a comprehensive and immutable record of all actions taken within the platform for assessment and accountability purposes.
• Support for NIST SP 800-171 and 800-172: Provides specific support for the foundational security requirements underlying CMMC Level 2 and Level 3.
• AI-Powered Insights and Automation: Leverages artificial intelligence to automate tasks, provide insights into compliance status, and assist with documentation generation relevant to CMMC.
• Multi-Tenant Architecture: Supports prime contractors or organizations with multiple entities in managing CMMC compliance across their supply chain or subsidiaries.
• Attack Surface Management: Identifies and monitors potential vulnerabilities across your digital landscape that could impact CMMC scope.
• Dark Web Monitoring: Scans for leaked credentials and other sensitive information on the dark web relevant to personnel security and incident response domains.

2. Vanta

Vanta automates security monitoring and evidence collection, integrating with your existing stack to provide real-time compliance posture visibility. It offers features relevant to CMMC readiness and continuous monitoring of controls.

3. Drata

A favorite among fast-growing companies, Drata automates control monitoring and evidence collection. Its platform can support organizations pursuing CMMC by streamlining documentation and providing continuous readiness capabilities.

4. Secureframe

Secureframe provides a centralized platform to automate evidence collection, manage vendors, and conduct proactive risk assessments. It offers features applicable to meeting CMMC requirements and managing associated risks.

5. Tugboat Logic

Tugboat Logic simplifies compliance by guiding companies through framework requirements with templates, automated assessments, and documentation tools. Its methodology can be applied to the CMMC compliance process.

6. Hyperproof

Hyperproof supports multiple compliance frameworks with robust automation, integrations, and continuous control tracking. Its capabilities can be leveraged to manage controls and evidence for CMMC.

7. AuditBoard

Designed for enterprise audit teams, AuditBoard supports internal audits, risk assessments, and streamlined compliance workflows. It offers features applicable to preparing for CMMC assessments and managing associated GRC activities.

8. LogicGate

A no-code GRC platform, LogicGate allows organizations to build and automate risk and compliance workflows tailored to their needs. Its flexible platform can be configured to support CMMC requirements and processes.

9. JupiterOne

JupiterOne focuses on cloud-native compliance, offering real-time asset inventory, relationship mapping, and automated policy enforcement. It provides visibility and control over digital assets relevant to CMMC scope.

10. Scytale

Scytale provides out-of-the-box integrations and continuous compliance monitoring to simplify and streamline audit readiness. Its automation features can support organizations pursuing CMMC certification.

11. Exabeam

As a leading SIEM platform, Exabeam strengthens cybersecurity by detecting anomalies and supporting automated incident response. Its security capabilities are vital for meeting CMMC security and incident response requirements.

12. ZenGRC

ZenGRC centralizes compliance tracking, automates risk assessments, and generates audit-ready documentation. Its features are applicable to managing GRC activities and preparing for CMMC assessments.

13. ControlMap

With ControlMap, organizations can collect evidence automatically, validate control effectiveness, and simplify audit workflows. Its compliance automation features can support the technical aspects of CMMC preparation.

14. OneTrust

Best known for privacy and governance, OneTrust includes audit tools and compliance automation features. Its broad GRC capabilities can be applied to managing aspects of CMMC compliance.

15. Apptega

Apptega helps companies manage cybersecurity programs by offering support for multiple frameworks, policies, and implementation plans. It provides a structured approach applicable to building and maintaining a CMMC-aligned cybersecurity posture.

Final Thoughts

Navigating CMMC compliance is a critical undertaking for the DIB. With integrated GRC tools and cybersecurity software Risk Cognizance, you can automate the complex processes required for CMMC—including implementing practices, managing documentation, and preparing for assessments—while gaining better visibility into your security and compliance posture.

Whether you are targeting CMMC Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3, these tools offer the support and efficiency needed to achieve and maintain compliance, ensuring your organization can continue to partner with the DoD.