Mapped to NIST 800-171 Requirement: 3.6.2
CMMC Assessment Objective: IR.L2-3.6.2[f]
What This Objective Means
This control verifies that the IR personnel documented in your plan are:
• Actually assigned to the roles
• Informed of their responsibilities
• Engaged in IR readiness activities (e.g., training, exercises, alerts)
Roles should not exist in theory only—they must be operational and owned by real people or teams.
Why It Matters
If no one owns the roles:
• Critical steps in the incident lifecycle may be missed
• Alerts may go unacknowledged
• Coordination and escalation can fail under pressure
• Compliance and breach notification timelines may be violated
Assignment ensures accountability, speed, and clarity when responding to incidents.
How to Implement It
1. Assign Roles Internally
• For each documented role (IR lead, analyst, communicator, etc.), assign a person or team
• Use role-based assignments (e.g., “IT Manager”) for continuity
2. Confirm Acknowledgment
• Notify assigned individuals
• Have them review and acknowledge their responsibilities
• Consider adding this as part of onboarding or annual training
3. Cross-Train or Designate Backups
• Identify alternates for key roles
• Document who takes over if someone is unavailable
4. Involve Assigned Personnel in IR Activities
• Include them in IR simulations or exercises
• Solicit feedback during plan reviews
5. Align With HR and Compliance Processes
• Ensure IR roles are updated when people leave or change jobs
• Maintain a current list of assignees
Evidence the Assessor Will Look For
• A list or matrix showing which individuals are assigned to IR roles
• Email or system notifications confirming assignment
• Training records showing assignees completed IR readiness activities
• Involvement of assigned personnel in incident tickets or debriefs
• Documentation of changes to assigned roles over time
Common Gaps
• Roles listed in plan but no one actually assigned
• Personnel unaware they have IR responsibilities
• No backup personnel identified
• No link between documentation and live incident activity
How Cuick Trac Helps
Cuick Trac supports this requirement by:
• Helping organizations assign IR roles and record responsibilities
• Providing role assignment logs and acknowledgment templates
• Tracking who completed training or participated in simulations
• Offering role-based notification and task tracking during incidents
• Ensuring CUI-related roles (e.g., DFARS reporting contact) are clearly assigned
With Cuick Trac, IR responsibility isn’t theoretical—it’s actionable and aligned.
Final CTA
Clarity in a crisis starts with ownership.
Schedule a Cuick Trac demo to confirm your IR team is assigned, prepared, and ready to act.