CMMC-PNW Speaker

Mike Snyder

Executive Director of Ecosystem Engagement, Cyber EF
Past Executive Director, Cyber AB/CAICO

CISM, CMMC-LCCA, CMMC-PI, Bronze Order of Mercury

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Mike Snyder leads strategic initiatives to strengthen relationships between ecosystem stakeholders. He is responsible for the education, marketing, and communications for the Practitioner Program, ensuring DIB companies have the proper resources for implementing and maintaining cybersecurity program requirements.

Mike is a dedicated information security professional with over 25 years of experience in implementations, assessments, and training within both the government and private sectors. Mike has been a Lead Assessor and Instructor for multiple government information security programs and frameworks. Mike has developed, implemented, and managed information security strategies and programs within both the private and government sectors, ranging in size from small to corporate organizations. Mike is known for his work and commitment to the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program, as well as his vast experience assessing Defense Industrial Base (DIB) contractors to ensure compliance with DFARS 252.204-7012 contract requirements while a member of the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) Defense Industrial Base Cybersecurity Assessment Center (DIBCAC).

Mike holds a Master’s Degree in Information Security Management from Trident University. He holds numerous cybersecurity and IT certifications, including Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), CMMC-LCCA, CMMC-PI, multiple Microsoft technical certifications, and the prestigious Bronze Oder of Mercury.

Announced at CS5 West in April 2026, A new Engagement Forum (EF) will be led my Mike Snyder and will take ownership of several key initiatives:

  • Overhauling the Practitioner Program
  • Updating the CMMC Marketplace 2.0
  • Owning the CMMC Book of Knowledge
  • Supporting External Service Providers (ESPs)
  • Driving greater engagement with the Defense Industrial Base (DIB)
  • Hosting CMMC Town Halls

     

 

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