CMMC & NIST
Confidence.
Achieve CMMC and NIST 800-171 compliance and protect your data. For defense contractors, compliance isn't optional—it's essential to securing your future contracts.
Securing your contracts begins with securing your CUI.
Organizations that fail to meet DoD requirements risk losing valuable contract opportunities. Concerto Networks helps you eliminate complexity and build a resilient security foundation.
Essential Compliance
Strict cybersecurity standards are mandatory for manufacturers and contractors safeguarding Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
Guided Phases
We guide your organization through every phase—from assessment to full implementation—meeting all DoD expectations.
Future-Ready
Don’t just "check the box." We build a future-proof cybersecurity posture that protects your business and your reputation.
For manufacturers and contractors in the defense supply chain, CMMC and NIST 800-171 compliance isn’t optional — it’s essential. The Department of Defense requires strict cybersecurity standards to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and organizations that fail to meet these requirements risk losing valuable contract opportunities.
Our Comprehensive Program
CMMC & NIST Compliance Services
Eliminate complexity with our proven, step-by-step approach to DoD cybersecurity standards.
Gap
Analysis
Readiness Evaluation
Detailed evaluation of your current cybersecurity environment to identify existing risks, compliance gaps, and overall readiness levels. We deliver a clear, actionable, and comprehensive report outlining exactly what technical and administrative steps are required to successfully achieve your target CMMC and NIST compliance level.
Customized
Roadmap
Strategic Compliance Plan
Every organization has unique operational needs. We develop a highly tailored, strategic compliance roadmap that clearly outlines project timelines, key responsibilities, and prioritized remediation actions, ensuring your business constantly advances toward DoD and NIST compliance without disrupting your day-to-day manufacturing or administrative operations.
Security
Enhancements
MFA & System Hardening
Our experienced engineering team provides hands-on support to deploy the critical technical controls needed to meet DoD expectations. This includes implementing multi-factor authentication (MFA), enforcing strict logical access control improvements, executing comprehensive system hardening, and establishing secure baseline configurations across your entire network.
Training &
Awareness
Risk Reduction
Technology alone isn’t enough to stop modern cyber threats. We provide practical, role-based security awareness training to help your entire team understand their cybersecurity responsibilities, significantly reduce the risk of human error, and support a culture of continuous, long-term CMMC and NIST compliance.
Monitoring &
Audit
Ongoing Maintenance
CMMC compliance is not a one-time project, but an ongoing operational commitment. We offer continuous network monitoring, advanced threat detection, routine system updates, and regular internal security audits to ensure your organization remains fully compliant and secure even as DoD standards continuously evolve.
NIST 800-171
Alignment
Regulated Environments
NIST 800-171 forms the foundational bedrock of CMMC compliance. We thoroughly review, refine, and document your organization's internal policies and administrative procedures to ensure they strictly align with all 110 mandatory controls, preparing you flawlessly for rigorous external assessments and government audits.
Why Concerto Networks?
We understand both the technology and the Department of Defense requirements.
Deep Expertise
Specialized knowledge of CMMC, NIST 800-171, and highly regulated security environments.
Proven Experience
History of guiding manufacturers through full compliance lifecycles and successful audits.
Dedicated Support
A knowledgeable team that acts as your compliance partner, not just a service provider.
Clear Communication
Step-by-step guidance designed to simplify complex standards into actionable tasks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions regarding CMMC compliance, NIST standards, and securing your DoD contracts.
What is CMMC and who needs it?
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a unified standard for implementing cybersecurity across the defense industrial base. Any contractor or subcontractor working with the Department of Defense (DoD) that handles Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) must achieve compliance to bid on or maintain government contracts.
What is the difference between NIST 800-171 and CMMC?
NIST 800-171 is the specific set of 110 cybersecurity controls that define how to protect CUI. CMMC is the framework that the DoD uses to verify and enforce that those NIST controls are properly implemented. While NIST is the rulebook, CMMC is the certification proving you follow the rules.
How long does the CMMC compliance process take?
The timeline heavily depends on your current cybersecurity posture. On average, moving from an initial gap analysis to full readiness can take anywhere from 6 to 12 months. Because implementation requires cultural and technical shifts, we strongly advise starting your readiness assessment as early as possible.
What happens if we fail to meet CMMC requirements?
Failing to meet CMMC requirements means your organization will be ineligible to bid on new DoD contracts and may lose existing ones upon renewal. Furthermore, falsely claiming compliance can lead to severe penalties under the False Claims Act. Working with an expert partner ensures your organization remains fully qualified.
Secure Your Future.
Don't risk losing DoD contracts. Contact us today for a comprehensive CMMC and NIST assessment and roadmap.