Compliance Framework
CMMC 2.0 Compliance for DoD Contractors — Free Readiness Assessment
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 is required for all Department of Defense (DoD) contractors and subcontractors that handle Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). CMMC became effective December 16, 2024, with full rollout in all new DoD contracts expected by October 2026.
Oct 2026
CMMC Level 2 certification required in all new DoD contracts
DoD CMMC Rule, 32 CFR Part 170
Readiness Timeline
12–24 months for Level 2 certification from gap assessment to C3PAO audit
Typical cost: $50,000–$300,000 depending on organization size and current posture
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What CMMC 2.0 Requires
- Level 1 (FCI only): 17 practices from FAR 52.204-21; annual self-assessment
- Level 2 (CUI): 110 practices from NIST SP 800-171; third-party C3PAO assessment every 3 years
- Level 3 (high-value CUI): 110+ practices plus 24 from NIST SP 800-172; government-led assessment
- System Security Plan (SSP) documenting all 110 practices
- Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M) for any gaps
- SPRS score submission to DoD database
Key Control Requirements
| Area | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Access Control (AC) | 22 practices: limit system access to authorized users and processes; control CUI flow |
| Configuration Management (CM) | 9 practices: establish baselines, track changes, limit software installation |
| Incident Response (IR) | 3 practices: establish incident-handling capability, track and document incidents |
| Risk Assessment (RA) | 3 practices: assess risk to organizational operations, assets, and individuals |
| System & Communications Protection (SC) | 16 practices: network segmentation, encrypted comms, session controls |
How CyberStackHub Helps with CMMC 2.0
Our free tools map directly to CMMC 2.0 requirements, so you can assess your readiness without hiring a consultant.
Maps your current controls against all 110 NIST SP 800-171 practices across 14 domains
Technical controls assessment covering network security, access control, and configuration management practices
Generates the System Security Plan (SSP) structure and supporting policies required for CMMC
CMMC requires supply chain risk management — assess subcontractors who may touch CUI
Disclaimer: CyberStackHub provides assessment tools and educational content. Our tools help you identify gaps and prepare for compliance — they do not constitute legal advice or a formal audit opinion. Work with qualified compliance professionals for formal assessments and certification.