• CMMC COMPLIANCE
CMMC Compliance for
Orange County Defense Contractors
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is now required to bid on DoD contracts. Gatehouse Technology guides Orange County manufacturers and defense subcontractors through every step of CMMC Level 2 compliance.
WHAT IS CMMC?
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification
CMMC is the DoD's framework for ensuring defense contractors protect sensitive Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). As of 2025, CMMC requirements are being phased into all DoD contracts.
Orange County is home to hundreds of defense subcontractors in aerospace, precision manufacturing, and electronics. If your company handles CUI — technical drawings, specifications, or export-controlled data — you need CMMC Level 2 compliance to maintain your contracts.
What's at Stake
CMMC 2.0 FRAMEWORK
Three Levels of Certification
Level 1
Foundational
17 practices
Basic cyber hygiene for companies handling Federal Contract Information (FCI). Annual self-assessment.
Level 2
Advanced
110 practices
Full NIST SP 800-171 implementation for companies handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Third-party assessment required for critical programs.
Level 3
Expert
110+ practices
NIST SP 800-172 requirements for companies on the highest-priority DoD programs. Government-led assessment.
OUR PROCESS
Path to CMMC Level 2 Compliance
01
Gap Assessment
We evaluate your current security posture against all 110 NIST SP 800-171 controls and identify gaps.
02
System Security Plan
We create your SSP documenting how each control is implemented, planned, or not applicable.
03
Plan of Action & Milestones
We build your POA&M with prioritized remediation steps, timelines, and responsible parties.
04
Technical Remediation
We implement the required controls — MFA, encryption, audit logging, network segmentation, and more.
05
Assessment Preparation
We prepare your documentation and evidence packages for C3PAO assessment or self-assessment.
06
Ongoing Compliance
We maintain your CMMC posture with continuous monitoring, annual reviews, and incident response.
Start Your CMMC Journey Today
Our free cybersecurity assessment includes a CMMC gap analysis. We'll show you exactly where you stand and what it takes to get compliant — no obligation.