Jun 6, 202652 min
Are you trying to figure out how to launch a cybersecurity career from scratch without wasting months on the wrong certifications or waiting for someone to hire you? In this live, front-line session, Derrich Phillips...
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CMMC Proof
Hosted by Derrich Phillips · technology · EN
About this Podcast:
Welcome to the CMMC Proof Podcast, strategically commanded by Derrich Phillips, a battle-hardened cybersecurity veteran, Certified CMMC Assessor, and Provisional Instructor. Our mission: to navigate the complex battleground of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), with a tactical focus on the unique challenges and breakthrough strategies within the academies of higher education.Each episode is a strategic operation, featuring elite conversations with the foremost commanders in cybersecurity – CIOs, CTOs, and CISOs from prestigious research universities. We strategize on crucial topics, including:- Maneuvering through the intricate terrains of CMMC and NIST SP 800-171 compliance in the academic sector.- Decoding encrypted messages of best practices and lessons from the cybersecurity trenches in higher education.- Outflanking cyber threats to protect sensitive research data and intellectual property.- Deploying AI and cutting-edge tech for fortified cybersecurit
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What is CMMC Proof about?
Welcome to the CMMC Proof Podcast, strategically commanded by Derrich Phillips, a battle-hardened cybersecurity veteran, Certified CMMC Assessor, and Provisional Instructor. Our mission: to navigate the complex battleground of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), with a tactical focus on the unique challenges and breakthrough strategies within the academies of higher education.
Who hosts CMMC Proof?
CMMC Proof is hosted by Derrich Phillips. The show has published 38 episodes to date.
What has CMMC Proof covered recently?
Recent episodes include "How to Launch a CMMC Career From Scratch (My 5-Step Blueprint)" (6 June 2026, 52 minutes), "From 18-Year-Old IT Intern to Compliance Analyst at 21: Here is the Playbook" (26 May 2026, 24 minutes), and "Defense Contractors: Before You Buy Microsoft GCC High, Listen to This" (20 May 2026, 34 minutes).
How often does CMMC Proof publish?
CMMC Proof publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 36 minutes across 38 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on CMMC Proof?
Booking probability for CMMC Proof is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. CMMC Proof requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. CMMC Proof's contact route on record: verified email.
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Derrich Phillips hosts CMMC Proof, a technology podcast with 38 episodes published.
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May 26, 202624 minHow do you leap from a low-level IT internship at 18 to landing a specialized compliance role at a leading CMMC Managed Service Provider (MSP) by age 21? This is the exact playbook. Welcome back to the CMMC Proof...
May 20, 202634 minAre you about to spend six figures on a massive, painful Microsoft GCC High migration just to check the CMMC box? Stop and watch this live CMMC Space demo first. For small and mid-sized defense contractors, the standard...
May 5, 202624 minIs age just a number in the high-stakes world of cybersecurity? In this episode of the CMMC Proof Podcast, Derrich Phillips sits down with Sam Sporidis, a 19-year-old entrepreneur and who is shaking up the CMMC...
Apr 15, 202629 minAchieving a CMMC Compliant Self-Assessment in 24 hours is a bold claim, but as discussed in the CMMC Proof Podcast with Justin Paquette (CTO of NtelSec), it is technically possible if you move away from traditional "IT...
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- Apr 11, 202631 min
Think you need to be a cybersecurity guru to enter the CMMC ecosystem? Think again. With over 200,000 companies needing support and Phase 1 in full effect, the Department of Defense supply chain needs reinforcements—and...
Feb 28, 202626 minWe often hear that the cybersecurity talent gap is a "shortage of people." The truth? It is a shortage of professionals who can bridge the gap between technical theory and assessment-ready rigor. I recently sat down...
Sep 29, 202543 minThis is a powerful CMMC success story that proves compliance doesn't have to take 12-18 months or break your budget. Join your host, Derrich Phillips, as he interviews Josh Hedeby, CPA, Director of Finance at Intertec...
Sep 22, 202539 minIs CMMC Level 2 certification a nightmare of confusing requirements and sky-high costs? Not anymore. In this CMMC Proof podcast, Derrich Phillips sits down with the leadership team of Quadyster—Hari Banda, CBL Rao, and...
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Feb 25, 202539 minJoin Derrich Phillips on the CMMC Proof Podcast as he sits down with Zach Walker, co-founder of ATX Defense. Discover how their revolutionary CMMC solution is helping small defense contractors avoid the CMMC expensive...
Feb 18, 202527 minIn this engaging episode of the CMMC Proof Podcast, host Derrich Phillips sits down with Jeff Brown, Google US Public Sector Workspace Lead, to explore how Google Workspace is transforming CMMC compliance for defense...
Jan 19, 202539 minIn this episode of the CMMC Proof Podcast, host Derrich Phillips sits down with Doug Landoll, CEO of Lantego and the author of the bestselling CMMC Assessment Handbook. Doug shares his journey into cybersecurity...
Jan 3, 202540 minJoin Derrich Phillips, Lead Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA), as he interviews Tatiana Marin, Director, Information Security at Kruze Consulting. In this episode, Tatiana shares her unique journey into cybersecurity, her...
- Dec 18, 202442 min
In this episode of the CMMC Proof Podcast, host Derrich Phillips interviews Melissa Burant, a supply chain project manager at Iowa State University CIRAS, to uncover the compliance challenges defense contractors face...
Nov 13, 202444 minJoin Emilyann Fogarty, CISO at NYSERNet, as she explores the unique cybersecurity challenges in higher education—from targeted attacks and compliance pressures to limited budgets. Emilyann shares her approach to...
Oct 15, 202444 minIn this episode of the CMMC Proof Podcast, host Derrich Phillips sits down with Tammie McClellan, Deputy CISO at the University of Central Florida (UCF). With over 31 years of experience at UCF, Tammie dives into the...
Sep 17, 202431 minIn this insightful conversation, cybersecurity coach and instructor Kenneth Ellington provides and overview how SIEM and SOAR technology to meet CMMC requirements, specifically for small businesses. He shares practical...
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Inside the United States v. Georgia Tech Case: A Deep Dive into the DOJ's Cybersecurity Allegations
Aug 23, 202419 minIn this compelling episode, we explore the recent whistleblower lawsuit filed by the United States Department of Justice against Georgia Tech and Georgia Tech Research Corporation. This case, which alleges significant...
Aug 6, 202447 minJoin us as Will Drake, Senior Security Analyst at Indiana University, dives into the intricate world of cybersecurity in academia. In this enlightening conversation, Will shares the successful strategies and challenges...
Jul 7, 202450 minJoin Derrich Phillips in an engaging discussion with Daniel Eliot, the lead for small business engagement at NIST, on the latest episode of CMMC Proof podcast. They explore the updated NIST Cybersecurity Framework and...
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Zach Walker
founder, BrainSpine Chiropractic
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Jeff Brown
systems safety consultant turned healthcare reformer, Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois
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Daniel Eliot
Lead for Small Business Engagement at NIST’s Applied Cybersecurity Division, NIST
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Jacob Hill
Author, Pastor of Every Day Church, Institute for Social Value
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