Tara Lemieux

Tara Lemieux is a seasoned CMMC Certified Assessor (CCA), CMMC Professional (CCP), CMMC Instructor, and Certified Cybersecurity First Responder with over 35 years of hands-on experience safeguarding U.S. Government and commercial agencies from emerging cyber threats. She is a leading authority in federal, state, and international cybersecurity compliance. Tara's expertise includes planning and executing Joint Surveillance Voluntary Assessments (JSVA) for the Department of Defense, FedRAMP, FedRAMP equivalency, and ISO standard audits (9001, 20000-1, 27001), where she has successfully guided organizations through solutions that fortify their defenses and protect critical infrastructures. Driven by a passion for cybersecurity excellence, she has transformed risk management strategies through advanced threat modeling and statistical analysis, providing federal agencies with cutting-edge insights to counter national security challenges. With a keen understanding of federal contracting requirements (DFARS, FAR), Tara's strategic approach has empowered many companies to meet complex cybersecurity compliance standards while mitigating critical risks. As a respected member of the CMMC Standards Council, Tara remains committed to advancing cybersecurity capabilities, helping organization navigate the evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats.