IT Services for Defense Contractors
CMMC-ready cybersecurity, NIST 800-171 implementation, and CUI protection that keeps your contracts safe and your company compliant. Built for the Defense Industrial Base.
Why Defense Contractors Need Specialized IT
CMMC, DFARS, NIST 800-171, and ITAR create requirements that generic IT providers cannot address.
Compliance Requirements
- CMMC Level 2 requires all 110 NIST 800-171 controls verified by a C3PAO assessment
- DFARS 252.204-7012 mandates 72-hour cyber incident reporting to DC3
- ITAR restricts access to defense technical data to U.S. persons only
- Non-compliance means lost contracts and potential False Claims Act liability
What We Deliver
- Complete CMMC assessment preparation through certification readiness
- CUI enclave architecture that minimizes assessment scope
- GCC High migration and ongoing tenant management
- 24/7 SIEM monitoring with DFARS-compliant incident response
Our IT Services for Defense Contractors
Every service addresses real CMMC, NIST 800-171, and DFARS assessment requirements.
CMMC Gap Assessment and Remediation
Evaluate your posture against all 110 NIST 800-171 controls, calculate your SPRS score, and build a prioritized remediation plan that mirrors C3PAO methodology.
CUI Enclave Design
Segmented network environments that isolate CUI processing from general business systems, reducing assessment scope and implementation cost.
Security Monitoring and SIEM
Continuous SIEM monitoring collecting and correlating security events across your CUI environment to satisfy Audit and Accountability control requirements.
Access Control and Identity Management
Role-based access controls, multi-factor authentication, privileged access management, and account lifecycle procedures across all authentication points.
Encrypted Communications
FIPS 140-2 validated encryption for all CUI in transit -- VPNs, encrypted email, secure file transfer, and TLS enforcement across your environment.
Backup and Disaster Recovery for CUI
CUI backup systems with the same encryption, access controls, and audit trails as production, ensuring data availability without compliance gaps. Learn more
Generic IT vs. Defense-Ready IT
Commercial Cloud for CUI
Standard Microsoft 365 and Azure tenants that do not meet DFARS or ITAR data residency requirements.
Self-Attested SPRS Score
Claimed compliance with minimal verification, leaving gaps that will fail a C3PAO assessment.
No Incident Response Plan
72-hour DFARS reporting deadline passes without a plan, forensic capability, or DC3 submission process.
GCC High Cloud Environment
FedRAMP High authorized cloud with U.S. data residency, screened personnel, and ITAR compliance.
Assessment-Ready Controls
All 110 NIST 800-171 controls implemented, documented in SSP, with evidence packages ready for C3PAO.
DFARS-Compliant IR
Incident response plan, forensic capabilities, and tested procedures for 72-hour DC3 reporting.
Your Path to CMMC Certification
Gap assessment against all 110 NIST 800-171 controls with SPRS scoring
CUI boundary definition and data flow mapping
Enclave architecture design and GCC High migration planning
Technical control implementation and cloud migration
SSP development, policy creation, and evidence collection
Pre-assessment readiness review and C3PAO preparation
Defense Contractor IT FAQ
What CMMC level does my company need?
Level 1 (17 practices, self-assessment) applies to all DoD contractors handling FCI. Level 2 (110 NIST 800-171 controls, C3PAO assessment) is required for contractors handling CUI. Level 3 adds NIST 800-172 enhanced controls with government-led assessment for critical programs. Learn more about CMMC levels.
What is the 72-hour DFARS incident reporting requirement?
DFARS 252.204-7012 requires defense contractors to report cyber incidents involving CUI to the DoD within 72 calendar hours of discovery. You must report through DIBNet, preserve forensic images for 90 days, and provide access to DC3 if requested. Learn about incident response.
Why do we need GCC High instead of regular Microsoft 365?
Standard commercial Microsoft 365 does not meet DFARS data residency, personnel screening, or security control requirements for CUI processing. GCC High provides U.S.-based data centers, background-screened personnel, and FedRAMP High authorization required for CUI and ITAR data.
What is a CUI enclave and why does it matter?
A CUI enclave is a segmented network environment where all CUI processing, storage, and transmission occurs. By isolating CUI from your general business network, you reduce the number of systems subject to NIST 800-171 controls, lowering both implementation cost and CMMC assessment complexity.
How do you calculate our SPRS score?
We assess implementation status of all 110 NIST 800-171 controls. Each unimplemented control carries a weighted value (1, 3, or 5 points). Your SPRS score starts at 110 and is reduced by the weighted value of each gap. We calculate your current score and project your score after remediation. Try our SPRS calculator.
Do subcontractors need CMMC certification too?
Yes. CMMC flow-down requirements mandate that subcontractors processing CUI achieve the same certification level as specified in the prime contract. Prime contractors are already verifying supplier compliance. Review NIST compliance requirements.
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