C3 Integrated Solutions Achieves Two CMMC Level 2 Certifications for MSP and MSSP Operations
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Accelerate compliance with our CMMC solutions
Confidently face your CMMC assessment with the C3 Suite of IT and compliance services
A prescriptive path to CMMC compliance
Achieving CMMC Level 2 compliance is no small feat. On average, it takes 12-18 months to build the technical environment and organizational program needed to meet NIST 800-171 and its 320 assessment objectives.
That’s why we created the C3 Suite of CMMC services and solutions to help members of the Defense Industrial Base achieve CMMC compliance quickly and confidently. Purpose-built to meet the requirements of CMMC Level 2, both C3 Command and C3 Catalyst take the guesswork out of your compliance efforts.
Your compliance. Our commitment.
C3 Command
Our most comprehensive CMMC solution does much more than just traditional CMMC consulting services: We address both the technical and non-technical requirements to deliver a complete approach to CMMC compliance. We’ll take responsibility for 80% of all your CMMC Level 2 assessment objectives (including 100% of all IT-related objectives) and support you through the remaining 20%.
C3 Catalyst
Companies rely on C3 Catalyst to balance the compliance assurance of C3’s proven CMMC reference architecture and best-practice-based service model with additional flexibility to support a broader set of client requirements. In addition, C3 offers the option of supporting your 3rd-party compliance partner, or compliance consulting services for clients that need help navigating the assessment process.
With this solution, you can rest easy knowing that we’ll take care of building, maintaining, and updating your C3-managed system for CMMC Compliance.
Partnering for compliance success
In matters of Defense, our clients are the experts. But when it comes to IT, cybersecurity, and compliance, our expertise is second to none.
But CMMC compliance isn’t a one-size-fits-all journey, so whether you already have a trusted compliance partner or need expert guidance, we’ve designed our solutions to limit non-compliance risk while speeding compliance achievement to ensure a smooth path to certification.
FAQs
What is CMMC and why do defense contractors need it?
The CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) Program is a cybersecurity requirement from the Department of Defense for all contractors and subcontractors in the Defense Industrial Base that handle federal contract information (FCI) or controlled unclassified information (CUI). CMMC certification levels demonstrate that your organization meets specific cybersecurity practices and processes to protect CUI and FCI. Without proper CMMC certification at the required level, defense contractors cannot bid on or maintain DoD contracts.
How long does it take to achieve CMMC compliance?
The timeline for CMMC compliance varies based on your current cybersecurity posture, the CMMC level required, and your organization’s size. With C3’s purpose-built CMMC solutions, most organizations can significantly accelerate their compliance timeline compared to attempting compliance independently. C3 Command and C3 Catalyst are designed to shorten your CMMC journey by providing pre-configured, tested environments that meet CMMC guidelines from day one.
What is included in C3's CMMC compliance solutions?
C3’s CMMC compliance solutions include design, implementation, and ongoing management of purpose-built CMMC environments that have been tested and refined to meet CMMC Level 2 guidelines. This includes the necessary technology infrastructure, security controls and monitoring, IT management and monitoring, processes, compliance advisory services, documentation support, and guidance through the assessment process itself. C3 serves as your comprehensive partner throughout your entire CMMC journey.
What is the difference between CMMC Level 1 and Level 2?
CMMC Level 1 focuses on protecting Federal Contract Information (FCI) and requires implementation of 17 basic safeguarding practices. CMMC Level 1 requires an annual self-assessment to ensure continued compliance. CMMC Level 2 is more comprehensive, focusing on protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and requires implementation of all 110 security practices from NIST SP 800-171. While a limited number of contracts may allow for self-assessment for Level 2, the vast majority of Level 2 contracts will require an independent assessment from a certified third-party assessment organization (C3PAO) that will rate compliance against 320 defined assessment objectives. Any DoD contractors that handle CUI will need CMMC Level 2 certification.
Is C3 CMMC Level 2 certified?
Yes, C3 Integrated Solutions was among the first service providers to achieve a third-party CMMC Level 2 assessment and earned certifications for both its MSP (Managed Service Provider) and MSSP (Managed Security Service Provider) operations.
Can C3 help with CMMC Level 2 certification?
Yes. C3’s CMMC solutions are explicitly designed to meet the CMMC Level 2 requirements. C3 Catalyst offers a managed IT and cybersecurity environment architected to satisfy CMMC Level 2’s technical requirements. C3 Command builds on that technical foundation and adds compliance expertise to deliver a comprehensive CMMC Level 2 solution.
What is C3 Command?
C3 Command is C3’s fully packaged CMMC compliance solution that brings together the technology, processes, personalized guidance, and day-to-day management required to confidently meet CMMC requirements. It’s a purpose-built environment specifically designed for defense contractors that eliminates guesswork and accelerates compliance timelines.
Do I need to replace my entire IT infrastructure for CMMC compliance?
Not necessarily. The key is defining a clear compliance boundary—the systems that handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)—and applying the required controls there.
Many organizations do this through an enclave, a secure, isolated environment designed specifically for CUI. This approach limits cost, complexity, and assessment scope while keeping everyday business systems separate.
C3’s Command and Catalyst solutions can be used either comprehensively for your entire IT environment or as an enclave, creating compliant, assessment-ready environments without unnecessary infrastructure replacement.
Need support outside of CMMC?
C3 offers customized managed services built upon a security-centric architecture and derived from C3’s Reference Architecture for clients who need support outside of CMMC-defined boundaries.