CMMC Compliance — Meet Defense Contractor Requirements
CMMC Is Here — and Self-Attestation Is No Longer Enough
For years, defense contractors self-attested to NIST 800-171 compliance. CMMC changes the game by requiring third-party certification. Without it, you can't bid on DoD contracts.
No CMMC = No DoD Contracts
CMMC requirements are being phased into all DoD contracts. Prime contractors are already flowing these requirements down to subcontractors. If you can't demonstrate the required CMMC level, you'll be excluded from the defense industrial base — regardless of how qualified you are technically.
NIST 800-171 Has 110 Controls — and They're Rigorous
CMMC Level 2 requires full implementation of all 110 NIST SP 800-171 security controls. These cover access control, audit logging, configuration management, incident response, risk assessment, and more. Partial implementation doesn't pass — every control must be met and documented.
Building Compliance from Scratch Takes 12–18 Months
Organizations starting from zero need to implement technical controls, develop dozens of policies and procedures, train staff, and generate evidence of operational effectiveness. Starting now is critical — waiting until a contract requires CMMC means you're already too late.
CUI Handling Requires Specific Infrastructure
Standard commercial IT environments typically don't meet CUI protection requirements. You may need a separate enclave, FedRAMP-authorized cloud services, FIPS 140-2 validated encryption, and specialized configurations that go beyond normal business IT.
Our CMMC Compliance Services
We guide defense contractors through every step of CMMC preparation — from initial gap assessment to technical implementation to certification readiness.
CMMC Readiness Assessment
We assess your current environment against all 110 NIST 800-171 controls and CMMC Level 2 requirements. You receive a detailed gap analysis with your current SPRS score and a roadmap to certification.
Learn MoreCUI Scoping & Data Flow Mapping
We identify where CUI enters, is processed, stored, and transmitted within your organization. Proper scoping reduces your compliance boundary and focuses resources on the systems that actually handle controlled information.
Learn MoreTechnical Control Implementation
We deploy and configure the technical controls required by NIST 800-171 — MFA, encryption (FIPS 140-2), endpoint protection, SIEM, access controls, and audit logging. Every control is implemented and tested.
Learn MoreSSP & POAM Development
We develop your System Security Plan (SSP) documenting how each control is met, and a Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M) for any controls still in progress. These are required documents for CMMC assessment.
Learn MoreGCC High & Enclave Setup
For organizations that need Microsoft GCC High, Azure Government, or a dedicated CUI enclave, we design and deploy compliant cloud environments that meet FedRAMP Moderate requirements.
Learn MoreC3PAO Assessment Preparation
We prepare your organization for the third-party assessment by a Certified Third-Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO). We conduct mock assessments, compile evidence packages, and address gaps before the assessor arrives.
Learn MoreYour Path to CMMC Certification
CMMC readiness requires technology, documentation, and operational processes working together. We manage the full journey — from gap assessment to certification day — so your team can stay focused on delivering for your DoD customers.
Why BrightWorks IT for CMMC Compliance
Defense Contractor Experience
We work with defense contractors and subcontractors who handle CUI. We understand the practical challenges of implementing NIST 800-171 in real manufacturing, engineering, and professional services environments.
We Build What Others Only Advise
Many CMMC consultants provide gap assessments and documentation but don't implement technical controls. We do both — assessment, implementation, documentation, and ongoing management — so nothing falls through the cracks between consulting and execution.
Realistic Timelines
We give you honest timelines based on your current state. If you need CMMC Level 2 and you're starting from scratch, we'll tell you it takes 12–18 months. No shortcuts, no false promises — just a clear plan to get there.
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