Built on Avatara’s FedRAMP Moderate Equivalency platform foundation, MRO provides organizations with a fully managed Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) enclave that supports all 110 CMMC Level 2 controls and enables customers to inherit 80% of the CMMC Level 2 practice objectives on Day 1, accelerating CMMC readiness timelines to as little as 60 days.

The launch comes at a critical moment for the DIB. As CMMC requirements move into active enforcement across the Department of Defense (DoD) supply chains, thousands of contractors face mounting pressure to secure compliant infrastructure, complete documentation requirements, and schedule assessments in an increasingly constrained certification market.

“Companies should be focused on growing their business and supporting their customers — not spending years navigating fragmented infrastructure, disconnected security tools, and compliance uncertainty,” said Rob McCormick, founder and CEO of Avatara. “Our mission is to help organizations thrive in regulated environments by simplifying the path to secure operations and compliance readiness, and MRO is here and now for an industry that needs trusted solutions.”

“Enterprises across the DIB understand that compliance is no longer optional — but most do not have the time, internal resources, or operational runway to spend a year rebuilding infrastructure and documentation from scratch,” said Matt Pushkin, vice president of compliance and government Sslutions at Avatara. “MRO gives contractors a deterministic path forward. We provide the compliant platform foundation, the operational support, and the documentation acceleration needed to move organizations toward assessment readiness quickly and confidently.”

Source: Avatara

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With CMMC requirements now embedded in DoW contract solicitations and renewals, primes face growing risk due to limited visibility into supplier compliance readiness, putting key programs at risk when suppliers fail to achieve CMMC accreditation on time.  A single uncertified supplier can mean disqualification from contract award. Together, A-LIGN and Exostar make the path to certification for primes and their suppliers faster and more straightforward, while giving primes unprecedented confidence in the security and compliance of their supply chains.

“The defense supply chain is only as strong as its weakest link,” said Scott Price, CEO of A-LIGN. “By pairing Exostar’s supply chain visibility capabilities with A-LIGN’s experienced CMMC teams that conduct rigorous assessments at scale, we’re giving prime contractors the confidence that every supplier in their network gets certified and compliant before affecting DoW revenue streams. The partnership will help contractors drive readiness, strengthen security at scale, and position themselves for success.”

“Our community has trusted us to deliver supply chain visibility and management and secure, compliant collaboration for over two decades. We’ve understood the importance of CMMC to the DoW and the DIB since the framework was first proposed in 2019, leading us to invest in the development of our innovative CMMC Ready Suite of products and managed services,” said Richard Addi, CEO at Exostar. “Partnering with A-LIGN complements our CMMC Ready Suite with the resources necessary to give our customers the direct, trusted accreditation assessment pathway imperative for primes and suppliers to protect and enhance their DoW revenue streams.”

Source: Exostar

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“We are incredibly proud of the work we have done since 2016 to implement secure infrastructure and ultimately prepare our clients for CMMC certification,” said Scott Edwards, CEO of Summit 7. “I would like to congratulate these organizations and their hardworking teams on fortifying themselves and our nation against critical cyber threats. I would also like to thank Microsoft for their partnership and commitment to quality platforms and services, both of which have heavily contributed to the DIB’s certification success.”

In response to ever growing cyber threats from adversarial nations, the Department of War (DoW) is holding defense contractors to a higher standard than ever.

“Organizations with CMMC certifications show the DoW and prime contractors that they take their contractual obligations and security of the data they hold seriously,” Joy Beland, VP of cybersecurity compliance for Summit 7 said. “Cybersecurity is one of the greatest threats to our generation, and each organization that gets CMMC certified in the Defense Industrial Base is doing their part in securing the supply chain which ultimately protects the American dream.”

“Our clients have so much dedication to their respective crafts, and it’s been an honor to guide them through implementation and the certification process,” said Caleb Leidy, director of compliance for Summit 7. “CMMC Level 2 Certifications are hard-earned and will serve these 100 organizations well. We look forward to continuing our support in maintaining those certifications.”

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CMMC Level 2 certification represents a rigorous, independently assessed validation of an organization’s ability to implement and sustain 110 security practices aligned with National Institute of Standards and Technology SP 800-171. The process requires significant investment in cybersecurity architecture, policy development, continuous monitoring, and workforce training, often taking months to years to operationalize fully.

“This certification is more than a compliance milestone, it is a strategic inflection point and business enabler,” said James Howell, chief information officer at Intelligent Waves. “It validates our operational maturity, strengthens trust with our partners, and demonstrates our commitment to protecting sensitive national security information.”

An estimated 80,000 companies across the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) are expected to require CMMC Level 2 certification to remain eligible for DoW contracts. However, only a small percentage have achieved certification to date, creating a significant competitive divide between compliant and non-compliant organizations, the company said.

A cornerstone of Intelligent Waves’ cybersecurity strategy is adopting Hypori to enable secure Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) access and eliminate CUI exposure on endpoint devices.

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“Achieving CMMC Level 2 was a deliberate investment and a core part of our 2026 strategy,” said Julie Lofreddo, director at Greystones Group and head of total quality management. “We made the decision early to build the infrastructure, processes, and culture required to operate at the highest levels of cybersecurity maturity. This certification validates that commitment and strengthens our ability to support the most demanding defense missions.”

CMMC Level 2 represents the Department of War’s most advanced cybersecurity certification for contractors, requiring enhanced protections against sophisticated threats and the institutionalization of mature security practices across the enterprise.

Greystones’ secure delivery model supports its portfolio of AI-enabled platforms, including Soleite and Fleet Edge, which are designed for deployment in regulated and mission-critical environments. The company’s architecture emphasizes Zero Trust alignment, IL5/IL6 readiness, and integration with existing government systems without disruption.

“Achieving Level 2 required demonstrating technical controls, and repeatable, auditable processes under independent review,” said John Mark Suhy, chief technology officer of Greystones Group. “It ensures we can deliver advanced AI capabilities with the security, traceability, and resilience expected by the Department of War.”

With this certification, Greystones is positioned to support current and future DoW programs requiring advanced cybersecurity compliance, reducing risk and accelerating acquisition for government partners, according to the company.

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CMMC Level 2 is the standard required for defense contractors that store, process and/or transmit CUI on behalf of the U.S. Government. C Speed completed its assessment with Redspin, a leading CMMC 3rd Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO). The certification covers the systems, people, and processes that support C Speed’s defense programs. A perfect score of 110 means C Speed met all 110 security requirements and 320 assessment objectives without exception.

“The warfighter cannot afford a supply chain that falls short. CMMC Level 2 is the bar the Department of Defense set for protecting the information our customers trust us with, and our team cleared it without a single deduction. We pursued this certification early and earned it cleanly because that is the standard a defense company should hold itself to,” said Andy Maner, executive chairman, C Speed.

C Speed designs, builds, and delivers high-power radar systems engineered and manufactured in the United States. The company’s LightWave Radar platform supports homeland defense, multi-domain awareness, and defense missions for the U.S. Government and its partner nation customers. CMMC Level 2 certification reinforces C Speed’s ability to support these missions across the full program lifecycle.

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CMMC Level 2 requires implementation of cybersecurity practices aligned to NIST SP 800-171 for the protection of Controlled Unclassified Information. For organizations supporting federal and defense missions, it is an important benchmark for secure delivery in mission environments.

“Customers trust us to operate in mission environments where security is fundamental,” said Sumeet Shrivastava, CEO of Unissant. “CMMC Level 2 demonstrates that the controls required to execute that mission are in place across Unissant’s environment.”

Unissant applies cybersecurity controls across the environments used to build, deploy, and support mission systems, including AI and data platforms, within a secure and governed framework.

“Safeguarding customer data and information, and protecting the missions they support, is part of how we deliver every day,” said Alka Bhave, Unissant chief operating officer and general manager, national security. “This certification with a perfect score affirms Unissant’s dedication to doing that with excellence.”

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The CMMC framework, developed by the Department of War (DoW), establishes rigorous cybersecurity standards for sensitive information across the nation’s defense industrial base. By earning this certification, Peraton demonstrates its ability to protect controlled unclassified information (CUI) and federal contract information with (enhanced or required) security measures.

“Peraton has long demonstrated the advanced technologies, workforce expertise, and proven safeguards to protect our nation’s most sensitive data and information,” said Peraton Chairman and CEO Steve Schorer. “This CMMC achievement reinforces our commitment to the Department of War and solidifies Peraton as a trusted partner in support of national security operations, critical missions, and defense priorities.”

“Achieving Final CMMC Level 2 status reflects the strength of Peraton’s cybersecurity program and the dedication of our team,” said Peraton Chief Information Officer Tom Terjesen. “This milestone validates Peraton’s rigorous security architecture, operational discipline, and commitment to protecting the critical data our customers rely on every day.”

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The CMMC program is the Department of Defense framework for safeguarding Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) across the Defense Industrial Base. CMMC establishes a unified set of cybersecurity requirements and assessment processes to ensure the consistent implementation and verification of security controls.

Achievement of CMMC Level 2 demonstrates that CALIBRE has institutionalized cybersecurity practices commensurate with DoD expectations, including the implementation, management, and continuous monitoring of security controls aligned with applicable NIST standards.

“Achieving CMMC Level 2 certification reflects the disciplined, risk-based approach we’ve embedded across our organization,” said Richard Pineda, CEO of CALIBRE Systems. “This milestone demonstrates our commitment to safeguarding the sensitive information our defense customers entrust to us while positioning CALIBRE to continue serving as a trusted partner on the missions that matter most.”

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The certification confirms that IDS meets the rigorous cybersecurity requirements outlined in NIST SP 800-171, encompassing 110 security controls across 14 control families designed to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

“As cybersecurity threats become increasingly critical, it is imperative that companies make robust security practices part of their organizational fabric,” said Brad Lund, CTO at IDS. “This certification validates that we have the comprehensive controls and implementation to honor the trust our defense mission partners place in us to protect sensitive information that directly impacts national security.”

IDS achieved this milestone with the support of Sentinel Blue, a Virginia-based managed cybersecurity and compliance firm specializing in the Defense Industrial Base. Through its Pathfinder program, Sentinel Blue provided strategic guidance, operational security capabilities, and assessment preparation that were instrumental to IDS’ certification success.

“Partnership is powering a lot of the early success stories of CMMC–and this is another story of partnership leading to success,” said Andy Sauer, CEO at Sentinel Blue. “The Integrated Data Services team was simply exceptional and among the strongest organizations that Sentinel Blue has had the privilege to support through CMMC Certification.”

As CMMC requirements continue to take effect across the defense acquisition landscape, the certification positions IDS to meet the evolving cybersecurity expectations of its government customers and ensures the company remains a trusted partner for programs that demand verified protection of sensitive information, the company said.

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