CMMC Compliance for Defense Contractors
From initial gap assessment to the day you pass your C3PAO audit. Michigan-based, nationally capable, with a Certified CMMC Professional on staff.
Nathan Lundquist, CCP / RP
Certified CMMC Professional & Registered Practitioner
CCP
Certified CMMC Professional
RP
Registered Practitioner
15+ yrs
Security Experience
L1 & L2
Levels Supported
What Is CMMC?
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification is a DoD framework requiring defense contractors to prove their cybersecurity practices before bidding on or retaining contracts. The final rule took effect in late 2024.
Enforcement is live. CMMC requirements are appearing in new DoD contracts now.
Level 1 — Self-Assessment
- Who needs it
- Contractors handling Federal Contract Information (FCI)
- Controls
- 17 basic practices from FAR 52.204-21
- Assessment
- Annual self-assessment submitted to SPRS
Level 2 — C3PAO Certification
- Who needs it
- Contractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
- Controls
- All 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2 controls
- Assessment
- Third-party assessment by an authorized C3PAO every 3 years
How We Get You Certified
End-to-end compliance — one team from gap assessment through certification and beyond.
Gap Assessment
We evaluate your current environment against every applicable NIST 800-171 control. You get a prioritized findings report, your current SPRS score, and a clear picture of what needs to change.
What this includes
Why Choose PCShards
We do the work, not just the consulting
We implement the controls, deploy the tools, write the documentation, and manage the technology that keeps you compliant.
Credentialed staff
CCP & RP credentials with 15+ years of hands-on security experience leading every engagement.
All-inclusive pricing
One invoice with no surprises — security tooling, documentation, and support all included.
Michigan-based, nationally capable
On-site capability across Michigan and remote services nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to start your CMMC journey?
Schedule a free consultation. We will assess where you stand, build a realistic timeline, and give you a clear path to certification — no obligation.
Schedule Your Free Assessment