Defense Contractors
CMMC Level 1 & Level 2 compliance – built for small subs, scalable to primes
CMMC compliance isn't optional — it's a contract requirement. We guide small defense contractors through Level 1 & Level 2 certification so you protect your contracts and focus on your mission.
We had the aspiration to go beyond compliance and adapt early to CMMC. Bright Defense brought their expertise and organization to complete the formula for success.
Peter Petretta
Security Director, Oceus Networks
CMMC Level 1 & Level 2
| CMMC Level 1 | CMMC Level 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Who needs it | Handles Federal Contract Information (FCI) | Handles Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) |
| # of Practices | 17 cybersecurity practices | 110 practices (NIST SP 800-171) |
| Assessment Type | Annual self-assessment | Triennial C3PAO or annual self-assessment |
| Key Focus Areas | Access control, media protection, system integrity | MFA, encryption, incident response, config management, and more |
| DoD Requirement | Required for all DoD contractors with FCI | Required for contracts involving CUI |
Monthly Service
Our monthly service offering includes:
Continuous Cybersecurity Compliance
Managed Compliance Automation
Managed Security Awareness and Phishing
Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO)
Continuous Cybersecurity Compliance
Our CISSP and CISA-certified security experts will develop and execute a cybersecurity plan to meet compliance frameworks. Our continuous compliance service includes:
Gap Analysis
Risk Assessment
Policy Generation and Implementation
Business Continuity Planning
Certification Assistance
Managed Security Awareness and Phishing
Managed Compliance Automation
Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO)
Our experienced and certified vCISOs work with your team through every phase of the compliance journey to ensure your security program is tailored to your unique business requirements
Benefits
Win More DoD Contracts
CMMC compliance is required to bid on contracts involving FCI or CUI. Get compliant, stay eligible, and never lose a contract opportunity over a security gap.
Protect Your SPRS Score
Improve your Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) score to demonstrate your security posture to prime contractors and the DoD.
Expert CMMC Guidance
Our CISSP and CISA-certified vCISOs have deep CMMC expertise. We guide you through every practice — no guesswork, no surprises.
Built for Small Subs
We understand the resource constraints of small defense subcontractors. Our monthly model delivers enterprise-grade compliance for a fraction of the cost of in-house staff.
C3PAO Assessment Readiness
When Level 2 requires a third-party assessment, we prepare you thoroughly — gap analysis, SSP, POA&M, and evidence collection — so you pass with confidence.
Continuous Compliance
CMMC isn't a one-time checkbox. Our continuous model keeps your controls active, your documentation current, and your team trained as requirements evolve.
DEFENSE CONTRACTS REQUIRE CMMC - ARE YOU READY?
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