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Operationalizing CMMC 2.0 | MAD Security Town Hall Webinar Recap – October 2025

Written by MAD Security | October 22, 2025

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With CMMC 2.0 enforcement just weeks away and the final 48 CFR rule taking effect this November, defense contractors are under increased pressure to align their cybersecurity operations with compliance expectations. In our October 2025 Town Hall, MAD Security explored how our managed services and compliance support are purpose-built to meet CMMC 2.0 requirements; helping organizations in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) prepare confidently for assessments.

Hosted by Adam Starnes (Account Manager) and Jaclyn Jones (CMMC Compliance Lead), this cybersecurity webinar broke down the MAD process, outlined how our offerings align directly with NIST 800-171, and addressed key questions from live attendees.

As a CMMC Level 2 Certified MSSP and trusted Registered Provider Organization (RPO), MAD Security brings real-world experience, audit-tested services, and mission-focused support to every client engagement. 

 

Key Takeaways: What You Need to Know

A Complete Gap Assessment Is More Than a Checklist

MAD Security’s CMMC Level 2 Gap Assessment goes far beyond a spreadsheet. It includes: 

  • CUI Data Mapping 
  • SSP (System Security Plan) 
  • POAM (Plan of Action and Milestones) 
  • SPRS Score
  • Technical Report and Executive Summary 
  • Remediation Roadmap (14-phase project plan) 
  • Evidence validation for all control categories 

This comprehensive deliverable package covers all 110 NIST 800-171 controls and 320 assessment objectives providing a true foundation for audit preparation.

Virtual Compliance Manager (VCM) = Audit-Ready Operations

 VCM is your continuous compliance engine. It includes: 

  • A dedicated consultant backed by a team of CMMC-certified experts 
  • Scheduled meetings and strategic remediation planning 
  • Support during your actual C3PAO audit
  • Updates to your SSP, POAM, and artifacts 

VCM ensures your controls aren’t just documented; they’re demonstrable.

 

 

 

 

MAD’s Services Map Directly to CMMC 2.0 Controls

Our managed services are designed to support both technical security and compliance      requirements: 

  • 24/7 SOC-as-a-Service (audit logging, detection, response) 
  • Managed EDR (endpoint monitoring and real-time threat alerts) 
  • Vulnerability Management (CVSS-based scoring and remediation)
  • KnowBe4 Training (user awareness, phishing, insider threat) 
  • Pen Testing (boundary defense, firewall testing, risk validation) 

All these services integrate with existing platforms like Microsoft 365 GCC High, AWS, Fortinet, and PreVeil. 

 

PreVeil = Cost-Effective Enclave for CUI

As an authorized PreVeil partner, MAD Security can deploy this secure enclave solution for file sharing, email, and role-based access control. PreVeil offers: 

  • End-to-end encryption
  • Secure CUI collaboration 
  • Audit-ready logs and user permissions 
  • A fully mapped CMMC responsibility matrix

PreVeil is a powerful alternative to GCC High proven to pass audits. 

 

CMMC is a Culture, not a Checklist

CMMC 2.0 isn’t a “check-the-box” compliance exercise. It’s about: 

  • Building a resilient, provable cybersecurity posture 
  • Creating repeatable processes across IT, HR, and business units 
  • Sustaining readiness between assessments 

The organizations that treat CMMC as an operational culture, not a project, are the ones who succeed in the long-term.

Q&A Highlights

 

Why Defense Contractors Trust MAD Security 

MAD Security brings full-spectrum, audit-proven support to the Defense Industrial Base: 

CMMC Level 2 Certified MSSP 
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 
Works with your current stack: Microsoft, Fortinet, AWS, PreVeil 
Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
The same experts who passed our audit support your audit 

MAD Security doesn’t just help you check the boxes we help you stay audit-ready for the long haul. 

 

Why You Should Act Now Before the Assessment Backlog Hits

CMMC 2.0 and 48 CFR 52.204-21 are shifting from guidance to enforcement. Contractors who wait risk: 

Delays in C3PAO availability 
Missed controls and remediation costs 
Increased scrutiny from primes 
Disqualification from new DoD contracts 

Start now to: 

Build security maturity 
Reduce audit stress 
Lower the total cost of compliance 
Get ahead of the backlog 

 

Free Resources and Next Steps

MAD Security offers free tools to help your team hit the ground running: 

CMMC Master Bundle – Includes data flow templates, enclave guidance, and five essential compliance documents that align with your CMMC audit roadmap
CMMC Assessment Guide – Step-by-step guidance through planning, scoping, documentation, and what to expect during your Level 2 CMMC assessment
Free 31-Question Pre-Assessment – Instantly uncover gaps with a self-guided quiz designed to simulate SPRS scoring and early compliance posture insights
Schedule a Free Consultation – Speak directly with our CMMC-registered practitioners to explore how MAD Security can tailor your compliance journey 

These resources are built to help you accelerate compliance, reduce audit stress, and strategically prepare for CMMC 2.0 certification with confidence. 

 

Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Achieving CMMC Level 2 isn’t just about passing an audit; it’s about building a provable, defendable security culture that evolves with your business. 

Whether you're six months out or six weeks away, MAD Security is ready to guide your journey. Our clients don’t just prepare for assessments; they pass them. 

Cybersecurity is a journey. Let MAD Security walk with you!

 

Original Published Date: October 22, 2025

By: MAD Security
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