Why It Matters
Organizations that do not meet required CMMC levels may be ineligible to bid on or retain DoD contracts. Even subcontractors can fall under CMMC requirements.
Compliance
CMMC
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification
What CMMC Is
CMMC is a cybersecurity framework created by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to ensure companies in the defense supply chain properly protect sensitive government data, including Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
Background & History
CMMC was introduced in 2020 after repeated cyber incidents showed that weak security at contractors and suppliers posed national security risks. It builds on NIST 800-171, adding maturity levels and assessment requirements to standardize cybersecurity expectations across all DoD contractors.
Industries That Commonly Need CMMC
Manufacturing
Aerospace & defense suppliers
Engineering firms
Government contractors and subcontractors
Technology vendors supporting DoD work