As a CMMC Level 2 Certified MSSP and trusted cybersecurity partner, MAD Security continues to guide organizations through NIST 800-171 and DFARS 252.204-7012 compliance helping defense contractors stay secure, assessment-ready, and competitive across the DoD ecosystem.
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Understand Your Contract Commitments EarlyEvery DoD contractor, from primes to vendors, is bound by CMMC 2.0 and DFARS compliance. Primes must ensure their subcontractors and suppliers are assessment-ready, as CUI exposure flows through the entire supply chain. Conducting an early gap assessment helps identify missing controls and strengthens assessment preparation, avoiding compliance lapses that can cost contracts. |
The True Cost of Assessment DelaysWith average C3PAO assessment costs reaching $65,000 or more, lack of preparation can double expenses. Contractors that fail to maintain accurate documentation risk delayed certification, missed opportunities, and higher remediation costs. Conducting mock assessment and validating SSPs and POA&Ms before scheduling ensures there are no surprises. |
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Self-Attestation and Continuous MaintenanceCertification isn’t the finish line; it’s the start of continuous monitoring. Annual self-attestations updated System Security Plans (SSPs), and ongoing vulnerability management are critical. MAD Security’s Virtual Compliance Manager (VCM) service helps defense contractors automate evidence tracking, reduce assessment risk, and maintain documentation integrity year-round. |
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Collaboration Strengthens CompliancePrime contractors set the tone for compliance. Regular communication and evidence sharing between primes, subs, and suppliers ensure supply chain cybersecurity integrity. For suppliers, understanding where Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) resides and securing it appropriately, is essential to avoid disqualification from DoD contracts. |
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Partnering with a Certified MSSP Simplifies ComplianceA CMMC-certified MSSP brings experience, tools, and proven processes that accelerate certification. MAD Security’s experts former DoD cybersecurity professionals provide end-to-end support, from gap analysis to assessment readiness and ongoing maintenance, reducing complexity and ensuring sustained compliance maturity. |
MAD Security is a CMMC Level 2 Certified MSSP with a perfect SPRS score of 110 and deep roots in supporting the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), where 85% of our clients are defense contractors.
| CMMC Level 2 Certified MSSP |
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| Perfect SPRS Score of 110 | |
| Top 250 MSSP (4 years in a row) | |
| U.S.-Based 24/7 SOC in Huntsville, AL | |
| Staffed by U.S. citizens | |
| 15+ Years of cybersecurity and compliance | |
| Integrates with Fortinet, Microsoft, AWS, and more | |
| Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) | |
| The same experts who passed our assessment support your assessment |
As a Cyber-AB Registered Practitioner Organization (RPO), MAD Security combines security operations and compliance consulting into one full-spectrum solution designed to help DoD contractors achieve, prove, and maintain compliance success.
The countdown to full CMMC 2.0 enforcement is underway. Organizations that delay preparation risk contract ineligibility, failed assessments, and vendor noncompliance penalties. With limited C3PAO capacity, late starters may face extended certification timelines that threaten renewal opportunities.
Cyberattacks on defense contractors have surged 200% year-over-year, with smaller vendors being the primary targets. Early action delivers clear advantages:
| Stronger compliance posture and risk reduction | |
| Controlled costs and fewer emergency remediations | |
| Competitive advantage in DoD contract bids |
Don’t wait for enforcement deadlines or assessment backlogs to dictate your timeline; act now to build resilience, reduce risk, and secure your contracts for the future.
MAD Security offers free tools and expert guidance to help your team accelerate compliance readiness:
| CMMC Master Bundle – Your complete compliance toolkit and roadmap for contractors handling CUI. |
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| CMMC Assessment Guide – A detailed roadmap covering scoping, documentation, assessor expectations, and POA&M planning. |
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| Free 31-Question Pre-Assessment – Instantly identify where your organization stands against all 110 NIST 800-171 controls. |
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| Schedule a Free Consultation – Meet with our compliance team to discuss your CMMC challenges, contract obligations, and assessment readiness goals. |
These resources are purpose-built for the Defense Industrial Base, designed to simplify compliance, streamline assessment preparation, and safeguard your contract pipeline.
CMMC success starts with aligning your contract commitments with compliance success. Whether your next assessment is months away or on the horizon, early preparation is your greatest advantage.
With MAD Security, you don’t have to navigate compliance alone. Our proven experts, the same team that passed our own CMMC assessment, are ready to guide you every step of the way.
Original Published Date: November 20, 2025
By: MAD Security