CMMC 2.0 for DoD Contractors

Protecting CUI is a top priority, but many contractors struggle with: 

• CUI Identification and Protection: Failing to correctly identify and protect CUI can leave contractors vulnerable to data breaches and non-compliance. 

MAD Security’s Solution: Our team implements data protection solutions that align with NIST SP 800-171, ensuring your CUI is secure. Our CMMC-optimized Security Operations Center (SOC) services provide continuous monitoring to protect your data and ensure compliance with CMMC 2.0 requirements. 

The cost of achieving CMMC compliance can be prohibitive, particularly for small and mid-sized contractors. Investing in new technologies, personnel, and processes may strain resources. 

MAD Security’s Solution: MAD Security provides scalable, cost-effective solutions designed to fit your budget. Our SOC services, specifically designed for certification, are built to be as cost-effective as possible without sacrificing security or compliance. Additionally, our Virtual Compliance Management (VCM) service offers ongoing support, helping you maintain compliance efficiently, with minimal in-house resource investment. 

Contractors often overlook specific assessment objectives tied to each control. Failing to address these can lead to delays in certification. 

MAD Security’s Solution: We guide you through the complete set of CMMC assessment objectives, ensuring nothing is missed. Our VCM service provides real-time monitoring and updates, ensuring continuous compliance with CMMC 2.0 standards. 

One of the significant challenges contractors facefaces in the compliance process is the potential for legal repercussions under the False Claims Act (FCA). The FCA imposes liability on contractors who knowingly provide false or inaccurate information to the federal government. This includes misrepresentations about their compliance with DFARS standards. If a contractor inaccurately self-attests or submits non-compliant reports, it can lead to severe penalties such as fines, legal action, and even the loss of valuable contracts. Misrepresenting compliance not only damages an organization’s credibility but also exposes it to significant financial and legal risks under the FCA. 

Contractors are particularly vulnerable to FCA violations if they make inaccurate self-attestations regarding their compliance status. For instance, claiming to meet NIST 800-171 requirements without having fully implemented the necessary security controls can result in FCA penalties. Furthermore, maintaining incomplete documentation of your security measures can also lead to non-compliance, even if it wasn’t intentional. This documentation is essential for proving compliance, and without it, contractors may inadvertently fall short of regulatory requirements. Additionally, during formal CMMC audits, providing inaccurate information or failing to disclose security gaps can lead to FCA violations if discrepancies are uncovered. 

MAD Security’s Solution: Our team provides comprehensive support in managing compliance reporting and documentation. Our team ensures that your self-attestations and compliance reports are accurate, up-to-date, and reflective of your actual security measures. This thorough approach reduces the risk of inadvertently submitting incorrect information that could trigger FCA-related legal issues. We assist in maintaining detailed, organized documentation of your cybersecurity controls, policies, and compliance actions—this ensures you have the necessary evidence to support your compliance during audits and for regulatory purposes. 

In addition to documentation management, MAD Security offers pre-audit preparation through gap analyses and pre-assessments. These services help identify potential weaknesses or oversights in your compliance efforts, giving you the opportunity to address them before submitting any official reports or undergoing audits. This proactive approach helps mitigate the risk of FCA violations by ensuring that your compliance posture is solid and verifiable. 

With MAD Security’s Virtual Compliance Management (VCM) and SOC services, your organization benefits from continuous monitoring and updates to maintain compliance. This ongoing oversight helps ensure that your compliance status remains current, minimizing the risk of submitting inaccurate reports or falling out of compliance post-certification. By partnering with MAD Security, you can confidently manage your CMMC compliance efforts while reducing the risks associated with the False Claims Act, safeguarding your business from the severe consequences of non-compliance.