Defense Contractors
CMMC compliance and CUI protection for defense contractors
Winning and keeping DoD contracts requires demonstrating cybersecurity maturity. We help defense contractors implement NIST 800-171 controls, prepare for CMMC certification, and protect Controlled Unclassified Information — so you can compete for contracts with confidence.
What CMMC and DFARS require of contractors
Defense contractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) must comply with DFARS 252.204-7012 and implement the 110 security controls in NIST SP 800-171. The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC 2.0) adds third-party assessment requirements — contractors must demonstrate compliance, not just self-attest.
Non-compliance means losing the ability to bid on DoD contracts. The DoD is actively enforcing DFARS requirements and CMMC certification is being phased into contract requirements. ITAR and EAR regulations add additional data handling requirements for contractors working with controlled technical data.
Note: The Department of Justice has pursued False Claims Act cases against contractors who misrepresented their NIST 800-171 compliance. Self-attestation carries legal liability — your SPRS score must be accurate and defensible.
Key requirements
- Implement all 110 NIST SP 800-171 security controls
- Develop and maintain a System Security Plan (SSP)
- Create Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms) for gaps
- Submit an accurate SPRS score to the DoD
- Protect CUI across all systems, networks, and processes
- Control access to CUI with role-based permissions
- Maintain audit logs and continuous monitoring
- Prepare for CMMC Level 2 third-party assessment
How we get your firm compliant
We don't just hand you a checklist. We build and manage the entire compliance program so it actually works — during active contracts and every other week of the year.
NIST 800-171 Gap Assessment
Comprehensive evaluation of your current security posture against all 110 controls — identifying gaps, scoring your readiness, and building a prioritized remediation plan.
System Security Plan (SSP)
A thorough, assessment-ready SSP documenting your CUI environment, security controls, and implementation details — written to withstand C3PAO scrutiny.
CUI Environment Design
Architect and implement a defined CUI boundary with appropriate access controls, encryption, and data flow documentation to minimize scope and maximize compliance.
Technical Control Implementation
FIPS-validated encryption, MFA, endpoint detection and response, SIEM/log management, and vulnerability management deployed and managed across your CUI environment.
CMMC Preparation
Mock assessments, evidence collection, POA&M management, and assessment readiness reviews to ensure you're prepared before your C3PAO assessment.
Ongoing Compliance Management
Continuous monitoring, quarterly control reviews, SPRS score maintenance, and incident response planning to maintain your compliance posture between assessments.
"We were losing bids because primes wanted to see real CMMC readiness, not just a self-assessed SPRS score. LevoySec helped us implement the controls, build proper documentation, and we passed our C3PAO assessment on the first attempt."
Why defense contractors choose LevoySec
Deep CMMC & NIST expertise
We've built compliance programs specifically for NIST 800-171 and CMMC. We know what C3PAOs look for, where contractors commonly fall short, and how to close gaps efficiently.
CUI scoping specialists
Properly defining your CUI boundary is the single most impactful decision in CMMC compliance. We help you minimize scope while maintaining operational effectiveness.
Assessment-ready documentation
Our SSPs, POA&Ms, and evidence packages are built for C3PAO scrutiny. When assessors arrive, your documentation tells a clear, complete story.
Implementation, not just consulting
We don't just hand you a report and walk away. We implement and manage the technical controls — FIPS encryption, SIEM, EDR, MFA — that assessors need to see working.
Flat, predictable pricing
No hourly billing, no surprise invoices. You know exactly what compliance and security costs each month, making it easy to factor into contract pricing.
Veteran-owned, mission-driven
Founded by a veteran who understands the defense industrial base. We serve contractors across the US and treat your mission readiness as our own.
Get CMMC-ready and win more contracts
Book a 30-minute discovery call. We'll review your current NIST 800-171 posture, discuss your CMMC timeline, and outline exactly what you need to achieve and maintain compliance.