Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)
Compliance Support for NC Businesses
PCG helps NC defense contractors and DoD subcontractors handling Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) achieve and maintain CMMC compliance through gap assessment, control implementation, evidence collection, and audit readiness support.
What Is Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)?
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is the cybersecurity and compliance framework that applies to nc defense contractors and dod subcontractors handling federal contract information (fci) or controlled unclassified information (cui). The framework is structured around Level 1 (basic safeguarding of FCI), Level 2 (110 NIST SP 800-171 controls for CUI), and Level 3 (advanced controls for high-value targets), built on NIST SP 800-171 and NIST SP 800-172.
When CMMC Compliance Is Required
CMMC compliance is required by contract for any DoD prime or subcontract that involves handling FCI or CUI. Most contracts now reference CMMC requirements as a mandatory provision.
What Happens If You Are Not Compliant
Failure to maintain CMMC certification can result in loss of DoD contracts, prohibition from bidding on future DoD work, and exclusion from prime contractor supply chains.
PCG CMMC Compliance Services
End-to-end CMMC support from gap assessment through audit readiness.
Gap assessment against current CMMC level requirements
Documentation development including System Security Plan (SSP) and Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M)
Technical control implementation across all 110 NIST 800-171 practices
Evidence collection and audit-ready documentation
Pre-assessment readiness review with mock C3PAO walkthrough
Coordination with C3PAOs (Third-Party Assessment Organizations) during formal assessment
CMMC Compliance: Your Questions Answered
Which CMMC level does my business need?
CMMC Level 1 applies to contracts involving Federal Contract Information (FCI) only. Level 2 applies to contracts involving Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), the most common requirement for defense contractors. Level 3 applies to contracts involving high-value CUI requiring advanced protection. Your contract specifies the required level; PCG can review your specific contracts to confirm.
How long does CMMC Level 2 readiness take?
Most NC defense contractors take 6 to 12 months to reach CMMC Level 2 readiness depending on starting maturity. Businesses already running mature IT operations with documented policies move faster; businesses without an existing security program need more foundational work.
How much does CMMC compliance cost?
CMMC implementation costs vary widely by starting maturity, environment complexity, and number of users handling CUI. Most NC mid-market defense contractors invest $50,000 to $250,000 over 6-12 months for full Level 2 readiness, plus the cost of the formal C3PAO assessment ($15,000 to $50,000 typically).
Can PCG perform the formal CMMC assessment?
No. CMMC formal assessments must be performed by accredited C3PAOs (CMMC Third-Party Assessment Organizations). PCG performs gap assessments, prepares your environment, and helps you select and work with a qualified C3PAO for the formal assessment.
Get a Free CMMC Gap Assessment
Find out where you stand and what it takes to achieve CMMC compliance. Written assessment delivered within two weeks.