CMMC Level 2 Certification For Defense Contractors
CMMC Level 2 requires all 110 NIST SP 800-171 controls and a triennial C3PAO assessment. PTG delivers end-to-end preparation: gap assessments, SSP development, technical remediation, CUI enclaves, and assessment readiness.
What CMMC Level 2 Demands
110 security requirements across 14 control families. Both technical implementation and documented evidence are required.
Technical Controls
- Multi-factor authentication for all network access
- FIPS 140-2 validated encryption for CUI at rest and in transit
- SIEM for centralized logging, correlation, and alerting
- Network segmentation isolating CUI from corporate systems
Administrative Controls
- System Security Plan (SSP) documenting all 110 controls
- Security policies covering every control family
- Incident response plan with documented escalation procedures
- Security awareness training with annual testing
Level 2 Certification Services
Gap Analysis
Control-by-control evaluation producing your validated SPRS score and risk-prioritized remediation roadmap. 4-6 week delivery.
Learn moreTechnical Remediation
Hands-on deployment of MFA, encryption, SIEM, EDR, network segmentation, and every other technical control required for certification.
Learn moreCUI Enclave Deployment
Purpose-built secure environments on FedRAMP-authorized platforms that isolate CUI processing and reduce your assessment boundary by 40-60%.
SSP and POA&M Development
Comprehensive documentation describing every control implementation with the detail C3PAO assessors require for validation.
Mock Assessment
Full simulation of the C3PAO evaluation process to catch and resolve deficiencies before your formal assessment date.
Learn moreContinuous Monitoring
Ongoing compliance tracking, quarterly reviews, SSP updates, and reassessment preparation throughout your 3-year certification period.
Your Path to Level 2
CUI scoping and gap assessment (4-6 weeks)
Remediation and implementation (3-12 months)
Mock assessment and readiness validation
C3PAO assessment support and certification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between CMMC Level 1 and Level 2?
Level 1 protects FCI with 17 basic practices and permits self-assessment. Level 2 protects CUI with all 110 NIST SP 800-171 requirements and requires a triennial C3PAO assessment for contracts involving critical national security information. The jump from 17 to 110 controls typically requires 6-18 months of preparation. See our full levels guide.
How long does Level 2 certification take?
Organizations with existing NIST SP 800-171 programs may need 6-9 months. Those starting with minimal security controls should plan for 12-18 months. CUI enclave solutions can compress timelines significantly compared to hardening an entire corporate network.
What is a CUI enclave and why does it help?
A CUI enclave is a purpose-built secure environment for processing, storing, and transmitting Controlled Unclassified Information. By consolidating CUI handling into a dedicated enclave, you reduce your assessment boundary so only the enclave must meet all 110 controls. This typically cuts implementation timelines by 40-60%.
How much does CMMC Level 2 certification cost?
Total cost ranges from $100,000 to $500,000+ including gap assessment, remediation, documentation, training, and C3PAO assessment fees. CUI enclave solutions can significantly reduce costs by narrowing the compliance scope. We provide fixed-price proposals after your gap assessment.
What is an SPRS score and why does it matter?
The Supplier Performance Risk System score (range: -203 to 110) quantifies your NIST SP 800-171 compliance. Contracting officers review it during source selection per DFARS 252.204-7019. An inaccurate score carries False Claims Act liability. Our gap assessment produces a rigorously validated score you can submit with confidence.
Ready for CMMC Level 2?
PTG has prepared defense contractors throughout the Research Triangle for CMMC certification since the framework was first announced. Contact us for a free consultation.