Partially Ready — CMMC Level 2
75% NIST 800-171 coverage. 4 control gaps identified.
CMMC Status
Partially Ready
Target Level
Level 2
NIST Coverage
75%
Unanet
by Unanet
Overview
Unanet by Unanet is an ERP & finance solution pursuing FedRAMP authorization targeting CMMC Level 2 compliance. It provides 75% coverage of NIST 800-171 controls for defense contractors handling CUI.
What This Means for Defense Contractors
Unanet meets the architectural requirements for CMMC Level 2. However, CMMC compliance depends on your entire system boundary — not just individual tools. There are 4 NIST 800-171 control gaps that need remediation before assessment. Defense contractors using Unanet should verify that their System Security Plan (SSP) documents how this tool fits within their authorization boundary.
NIST 800-171 Coverage
Control Gaps
Using Unanet without addressing these NIST 800-171 controls may result in findings during a CMMC assessment:
Strengths
Using Unanet in a CMMC Environment
Defense contractors using Unanet should be aware that its 75% NIST 800-171 coverage leaves 25% of controls unaddressed. While Unanet can be part of your CMMC environment, you will need compensating controls and supplementary tools to close the 4 identified gaps before a C3PAO assessment. Document all compensating controls in your POA&M and ensure your SSP accurately reflects the shared responsibility model.
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CMMC Compliance Analysis for Unanet
Unanet's 75% NIST 800-171 coverage positions it as a moderately mature CMMC solution for defense contractors, though significant gaps remain in critical control families. As an ERP handling CUI in project accounting, timekeeping, and contract management workflows, Unanet processes sensitive government information daily. The platform excels in configuration management (CM) and maintenance (MA) controls through automated compliance reporting and DCAA-compliant timekeeping features. However, critical failures in audit and accountability (AU-3.3.8), configuration management (CM-3.4.1, CM-3.4.6), and identification and authentication (IA-3.5.1) create substantial compliance risks. A C3PAO assessor will scrutinize Unanet's audit trail capabilities, particularly session monitoring and event correlation required by 3.3.8. The missing configuration change control (3.4.1) and remote access restrictions (3.4.6) are high-severity findings that could result in Level 2 assessment failure. Given its FedRAMP pursuit, Unanet can exist within the CMMC authorization boundary but requires extensive compensating controls documentation. Compared to competitors like Deltek Costpoint (90% coverage) or Jamis Prime ERP (65% coverage), Unanet occupies a middle ground but lags in security controls maturity. The pending FedRAMP authorization indicates Unanet's commitment to compliance but creates assessment uncertainty until completion. Defense contractors must carefully evaluate whether Unanet's GovCon-specific features justify the remediation effort versus selecting a more compliant alternative.
Remediation Plan
Immediate remediation requires addressing four critical NIST control gaps within 12-16 weeks. For 3.3.8 (audit record review), implement comprehensive SIEM integration with Unanet's audit logs, establishing automated analysis and correlation rules for CUI access events. Configure real-time alerting for suspicious activities and document review procedures in the SSP. For 3.4.1 (configuration change control), establish formal change management procedures within Unanet's administrative interface, requiring multi-person authorization for system modifications and maintaining detailed change logs. Implement 3.4.6 (remote access) through network segmentation, ensuring Unanet access requires VPN with multi-factor authentication and session monitoring. Address 3.5.1 (identification and authentication) by configuring unique user identification, strong password policies, and account lifecycle management within Unanet's user management system. Compensating controls must include network-level monitoring, enhanced logging, and manual review procedures documented in POA&M items. Continuous monitoring requires monthly configuration baselines, quarterly access reviews, and automated compliance reporting through Unanet's built-in features. Evidence preparation should focus on system configuration screenshots, audit log samples, change management documentation, and user access matrices. Regular vulnerability scans and penetration testing results will demonstrate ongoing security posture to C3PAO assessors.
Remediation Checklist
- 1ISSO: Configure comprehensive audit logging in Unanet to capture all CUI access events per NIST 3.3.8 requirements
- 2Sysadmin: Integrate Unanet audit logs with enterprise SIEM solution for automated monitoring and correlation
- 3ISSO: Establish formal configuration change control procedures within Unanet administrative console per NIST 3.4.1
- 4Sysadmin: Implement network segmentation to restrict remote access to Unanet per NIST 3.4.6 requirements
- 5ISSO: Configure multi-factor authentication for all Unanet user accounts to address NIST 3.5.1 gaps
- 6Contracts: Document compensating controls for identified gaps in System Security Plan sections AC-2, AU-6, CM-3, CM-6
- 7ISSO: Create POA&M entries for each NIST control gap with specific remediation timelines and responsible parties
- 8Sysadmin: Establish automated backup procedures for Unanet configuration and audit data retention
- 9ISSO: Develop continuous monitoring procedures including monthly configuration reviews and quarterly access audits
- 10C3PAO: Schedule pre-assessment consultation to validate remediation approach and evidence collection procedures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Unanet CMMC compliant?
Unanet partially meets CMMC requirements with 75% coverage. 4 control gaps need remediation.
What NIST 800-171 controls does Unanet cover?
Unanet covers 75% of the 110 NIST 800-171 controls, with 4 gaps primarily in 3.3.8 and 3.4.1 control families.
What are the CMMC compliance gaps for Unanet?
The primary gaps are in controls 3.3.8, 3.4.1, 3.4.6, 3.5.1. These require supplementary tools or process controls to achieve full CMMC Level 2 compliance.
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