CMMC 2.0 Compliance Services

CMMC 2.0 Compliance Readiness for Defense Contractors

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 is now in full enforcement. Phase 1 of the Department of Defense’s 48 CFR Final Rule took effect November 10, 2025, requiring 65% of the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) to meet CMMC requirements in new contracts. Over 300,000 organizations in the DIB supply chain must achieve and maintain certification to continue receiving or pursuing DoD contracts.

Cyber Security Services helps defense contractors at every tier — prime contractors and subcontractors alike — assess their current posture against CMMC requirements, develop remediation plans, implement required controls, and prepare for self-assessments or third-party C3PAO audits. Losing a contract due to CMMC non-compliance is not a risk your business can afford.

300K+

DIB organizations impacted

More than 300,000 organizations in the Defense Industrial Base must meet CMMC 2.0 requirements. Phase 1 enforcement began November 2025, with escalating requirements through November 2028 when full implementation applies to all contract types. (DoD 48 CFR Final Rule, 2025)

$75K–$300K

DIB organizations impacted

CMMC Level 2 implementation costs typically range from $75,000 to $300,000 for organizations starting from a low maturity baseline — covering gap remediation, system hardening, policy development, and C3PAO assessment fees. Early investment protects contracts worth far more. (CISPOINT, 2026)

110

NIST SP 800-171 requirements`

CMMC Level 2 requires full implementation of all 110 security requirements across 14 domains from NIST SP 800-171. Level 2 covers CUI (Controlled Unclassified Information) protection and applies to approximately 80,000 DoD contractors handling sensitive defense information.

Understanding CMMC 2.0 — Three Levels Explained

Level 1 — Foundational (17 Practices)

Applies to contractors handling Federal Contract Information (FCI) but not CUI. Requires annual self-assessment against 17 basic cybersecurity practices drawn from FAR Clause 52.204-21. No third-party certification required.

Level 2 — Advanced (110 Practices)

Applies to contractors handling CUI. Requires full compliance with all 110 requirements from NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2 across 14 practice domains. Most contracts require tri-annual third-party assessment by a C3PAO (Certified Third-Party Assessment Organization), though some allow self-assessment with annual affirmation.

Level 3 — Expert (110+ Practices)

Applies to contractors on the DoD’s highest priority programs handling CUI. Requires Level 2 compliance plus additional requirements from NIST SP 800-172, with government-led assessments. Affects a smaller subset of prime contractors on critical programs.

CMMC 2.0 Phase Implementation Timeline

Phase 1

(Nov 2025 – Nov 2026)

Level 1 and Level 2 self-assessments required in all new solicitations — currently in effect

Phase 2

(Nov 2026 – Nov 2027)

C3PAO third-party assessments required for Level 2 contracts requiring full certification

Phase 3

(Nov 2027 – Nov 2028)

CMMC requirements extend to option periods on existing contracts

Phase 4

(Nov 2028+)

Full CMMC implementation — all contracts and task orders, no exceptions

Most Common HIPAA Violations — What OCR Finds

Access Control (AC) — 22 requirements
Awareness and Training (AT) — 3 requirements
Audit and Accountability (AU) — 9 requirements
Configuration Management (CM) — 9 requirements
Identification and Authentication (IA) — 11 requirements
Incident Response (IR) — 3 requirements
Maintenance (MA) — 6 requirements

Media Protection (MP) — 9 requirements
Personnel Security (PS) — 2 requirements
Physical Protection (PE) — 6 requirements
Risk Assessment (RA) — 3 requirements
Security Assessment (CA) — 4 requirements
System and Communications Protection (SC) — 16 requirements
System and Information Integrity (SI) — 7 requirements

Our CMMC 2.0 Services

CMMC Readiness Assessment & SPRS Score Calculation

We perform a comprehensive gap assessment against NIST SP 800-171, calculate your current SPRS (Supplier Performance Risk System) score, and provide the documentation needed for your self-assessment affirmation. We help you understand exactly where you stand before any government review.

System Security Plan (SSP) Development

CMMC requires a fully documented SSP describing how each of the 110 practices is implemented, your CUI boundary, and your Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&M) for any practices not yet fully implemented.

Remediation Implementation

Our engineers implement technical controls — MFA, endpoint detection, audit logging, network segmentation, encryption, and more — to close gaps identified in the assessment. We work within your timeline and budget constraints.

C3PAO Preparation & Mock Assessment

Before your official C3PAO assessment, we conduct a thorough mock assessment simulating the actual audit process. We identify and resolve remaining gaps, prepare your evidence packages, and train your team on what to expect during the assessment.

Protect Your DoD Contracts with CMMC 2.0 Readiness

Phase 1 enforcement is active. Get your CMMC gap assessment and SPRS score review today.

Schedule Your Free CMMC Readiness Consultation

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if we are not CMMC compliant when bidding on a contract?

Beginning with Phase 1 (currently in effect), DoD solicitations include CMMC requirements as contract conditions. Contractors who cannot certify compliance at the required level will be disqualified from award. For existing contracts, non-compliance can result in contract termination for cause.

Do subcontractors need CMMC certification?

Yes. CMMC requirements flow down through the supply chain. Prime contractors must ensure that any subcontractor handling CUI or FCI meets the applicable CMMC level. Primes are responsible for subcontractor compliance and can be held liable for downstream failures.

How long does CMMC Level 2 readiness take?

Organizations with some existing cybersecurity controls typically achieve Level 2 readiness in 6–12 months. Organizations with minimal controls may require 12–18 months. Starting now — before your next contract bid — is critical given Phase 2 timelines.

What is a C3PAO and how do we select one?

A C3PAO (Certified Third-Party Assessment Organization) is a company authorized by the CMMC Accreditation Body (Cyber AB) to conduct official Level 2 assessments. The Cyber AB marketplace lists all authorized C3PAOs. We help you prepare the evidence and controls that any C3PAO will require.