What is the LCCA difference?
A Lead CMMC Certified Assessor (LCCA) is the top-tier designation for professionals authorized to lead official CMMC Level 2 certifications. An LCCA validates your ability to manage assessment teams, interpret complex requirements, and issue final determinations on behalf of accredited C3PAOs. As an LCCA, you hold final determination authority for CMMC Level 2 certifications, ensuring results submitted by accredited C3PAOs are accurate and defensible.
An LCCA builds on your assessor experience to develop the leadership, decision-making, and quality-assurance skills required to direct CMMC Level 2 assessment teams. Earning an LCCA designation demonstrates you can:
Direct CMMC Level 2 assessment activities and coordinate team efforts.
Guide evidence analysis and resolve discrepancies during evaluations.
Ensure assessment processes follow CMMC methodology and DoW expectations.
Lead accredited C3PAO teams conducting official Level 2 assessments.
Advance into senior-level DIB auditing, consulting, and compliance leadership roles.
Deliver authoritative assessment determinations that strengthen DIB readiness.
How do I become an LCCA
- Hold an active CCP certification
- Hold an active CCA certification
- Pay the US$500 application processing fee >
- Submit application to demonstrate experience requirements
- Hold a tier 3 determination by the DoW
- One advanced proficiency level for the career pathway certified assessor 612 from the DoD manual 8140.3 Cyberspace Workforce Qualification & Management Program
- Adhere to the Code of Professional Ethics >
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