NIST SP 800-171A

Compliance Training

Train. Assess. Secure. Comply.

Assessor-Guided Training for Federal Information Security Requirements

IntelComp’s NIST SP 800-171A Compliance Training is designed to prepare defense contractors, subcontractors, and service providers to effectively implement and assess compliance with NIST Special Publication 800-171A: Assessing Security Requirements for Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

Led by IntelComp Verified Auditors and Security Trainers with real-world experience, our training gives your team the clarity, documentation practices, and risk assessment strategies they need to comply with DFARS 252.204-7012 and 7019/7020 clauses.

Why NIST SP 800-171A Training Matters

  • Achieving compliance isn’t just about checking boxes—it’s about building a culture of security that’s understood, managed, and sustained by your team.

    IntelComp’s training ensures your organization:

    • Understands each NIST 800-171 control and assessment objective

      Knows how to implement technical and procedural safeguards

      Can document and demonstrate compliance with DoD standards

      Prepares audit-ready artifacts and system security evidence

      Maintains readiness for future CMMC or DFARS audits

TRAINING PROGRAMS OFFERED

✓ Why NIST SP 800-171A Training Matters

  • Covers:

    • Control Families & Assessment Objectives

      CUI handling & data flow documentation

      Alignment with NIST 800-171 Rev. 2 and CMMC Level 2

✓ Role-Based Training for Compliance Readiness

  • Targeted sessions for:

    • Information Security Managers & IT Admins

      Executives & Compliance Officers

      Policy Developers & Technical Writers

      Internal Assessors & Gap Analysts

✓ Security Control Implementation & Evidence

  • Practical guidance on:

    • Creating policies and system security plans (SSPs)

      Implementing and documenting security controls

      Developing Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms)

      Maintaining continuous evidence of compliance

✓ Assessment Readiness & Internal Review

  • Workshops focused on:

    • Pre-assessment reviews using 800-171A guidance

      Documentation validation

      Risk identification and corrective planning

      Preparing for DoD contractor audits or CMMC transitions

✓ Ongoing Monitoring & Compliance Maintenance

  • Training on:

    • Annual assessments and reassessments

      Internal audit schedules

      Supply chain and subcontractor oversight

Led by Verified Compliance Experts

  • NIST SP 800-171A Auditors & Compliance Trainers

    CMMC and DFARS Technical Specialists

    Expertise in CUI protection and federal contract compliance

    Aligned with current DoD, NIST, and CMMC guidance

Flexible Training Delivery Options

  • Virtual Instructor-Led Training (Zoom/Teams)

    Onsite Workshops for Teams or Facilities

    Custom Private Training Programs

    Self-Paced LMS Modules (coming soon)

Who Should Enroll

  • Prime & Subcontractors under DFARS

    Federal Service Providers Handling CUI

    Managed IT & Cybersecurity Service Providers

    Compliance Teams Preparing for CMMC Level 2

    Companies pursuing NIST-based audit readiness

Build Readiness. Secure CUI. Demonstrate Compliance.

IntelComp’s NIST SP 800-171A Compliance Training gives your team the tools and knowledge to safeguard sensitive government data and confidently navigate compliance assessments.