CMMC Consulting Services
The 2026 CMMC certification deadline is approaching, and the Defense Industrial Base is facing an unprecedented compliance bottleneck. Our team has led CMMC readiness programs at Google/Mandiant and prepared dozens of contractors for certification. We know what assessors look for because we've been on both sides of the table.
The Challenge: The 2026 Certification Bottleneck
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 is now a contractual requirement for defense contractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). With over 300,000 companies in the Defense Industrial Base and a limited number of certified C3PAOs, organizations that wait too long risk losing their ability to compete for DoD contracts.
The Deadline is Real
CMMC requirements are appearing in DoD contracts now. Organizations without certification or a clear path to compliance are being excluded from new opportunities.
Self-Assessment is Not Enough
Level 2 certification requires third-party assessment by an accredited C3PAO. Your SPRS score and self-attestation will not satisfy contract requirements for CUI handling.
The Stakes Are High
False claims about CMMC compliance can result in False Claims Act liability. Getting it right the first time is not optional.
Understanding CMMC 2.0 Levels
CMMC 2.0 streamlined the original five levels into three, each aligned with the sensitivity of information you handle and the type of assessment required.
Foundational
15 basic safeguarding practices for Federal Contract Information (FCI). Requires annual self-assessment. Appropriate for contractors who handle FCI but not CUI.
Advanced
110 practices aligned with NIST SP 800-171. Requires third-party C3PAO assessment for critical national security information, or self-assessment for select programs. This is the most common requirement for CUI.
Expert
110+ practices incorporating NIST SP 800-172 enhanced security requirements. Requires government-led assessment (DIBCAC). Reserved for the highest priority programs and most sensitive CUI.
Why Traverge for CMMC
We've led CMMC readiness programs for organizations ranging from small manufacturers to global security companies. Our assessor background means we prepare you for exactly what C3PAOs evaluate.
Mandiant-Tested Methodology
Our principal advisors led CMMC readiness assessments at Google/Mandiant, engineering control solutions to meet Level 2 CUI protection requirements for one of the world's premier security organizations.
Assessor Perspective
Our team includes three former 3PAO Lead Assessors and a CMMC Certified Assessor (CCA). We understand exactly how assessors evaluate evidence and interview personnel. We prepare you for the questions before they're asked.
CMMC and FedRAMP Alignment
Many DIB contractors also support FedRAMP authorized services. We help you build once and comply with both frameworks, eliminating duplicative effort and reducing your compliance burden.
Veteran-Owned, Mission-Focused
As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, we understand the defense mission. We're pursuing C3PAO accreditation ourselves because we believe in raising the bar for DIB security.
CMMC Services We Provide
CMMC Readiness Assessment
2 to 4 WeeksComprehensive gap analysis against your target CMMC level. We evaluate your current security posture, review existing documentation, and deliver a prioritized remediation roadmap with realistic timelines and cost estimates.
CUI Scoping and Asset Inventory
2 to 3 WeeksProper scoping is critical to CMMC success. We help you identify where CUI flows through your organization, define your assessment boundary, and minimize scope to reduce both cost and complexity.
System Security Plan Development
6 to 10 WeeksDevelopment of your SSP and supporting documentation aligned with NIST SP 800-171. Our documentation is designed to satisfy C3PAO assessors, with clear control descriptions and traceable evidence mapping.
POA&M Development and Remediation
VariesNot every gap needs to be closed before assessment. We help you develop a realistic Plan of Action and Milestones, prioritize remediation efforts, and implement controls that satisfy assessor scrutiny.
C3PAO Assessment Preparation
4 to 6 WeeksMock assessments, interview preparation, and evidence package review. We simulate the C3PAO assessment experience so your team knows exactly what to expect and how to respond.
SPRS Score Validation
1 to 2 WeeksYour Supplier Performance Risk System score is a contractual representation. We validate your self-assessment methodology and ensure your score accurately reflects your security posture.
Meet Your CMMC Advisors
When you engage Traverge for CMMC, you work directly with senior practitioners who have led readiness programs for Fortune 500 security companies and defense contractors of all sizes.
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Ready to Achieve CMMC Certification?
The certification bottleneck is real, and the deadline is approaching. Whether you're starting from scratch or validating your current posture, our team is ready to help you compete for DoD contracts with confidence.