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About CMMC
Cyber Maturity Model Certification Audit
Government Contractors and Information Security – ‘A Look into the Future‘
About CMMC
CMMC, Simplified
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is the Department of War’s framework for ensuring contractors protect sensitive information such as Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Federal Contract Information (FCI).
It is not just a cybersecurity standard; it is a contract requirement.
To win and maintain DoW contracts, organizations must demonstrate that required security controls are implemented, operational, and effective.
Why It Matters
CMMC is being embedded into Department of Defense contracts under Title 48 (FAR/DFARS).
That means:
- You must meet the required CMMC level before contract award
- You must demonstrate evidence, not intent
- If you are not compliant, you are not eligible to compete
CMMC is now a business gatekeeper, not just a compliance exercise.
Why Kreative
Kreative is not just a consulting firm, we are experts in quality, compliance, and execution.
With over a decade of experience across ISO, CMMI, and CMMC—and a 100% success rate—we know what it takes to build systems that pass real assessments.
What sets us apart:
- Deep expertise in process, quality, and compliance frameworks
- Proven ability to translate requirements into operational systems
- Experience preparing organizations for real-world audits, not theory
- A focus on measurement, performance, and sustainability
We don’t just prepare you, we ensure your environment is defensible, repeatable, and built to perform.
How We Help
We provide end-to-end CMMC readiness, aligned to your business, your contracts, and your required level.
Our capabilities include:
- Gap Assessments aligned to NIST 800-171 and CMMC
- Technical and security control implementation
- Policy, procedure, and evidence development
- Performance measurement and compliance tracking
- Audit preparation and assessment support
We integrate cybersecurity with quality and process discipline, ensuring your program is not only compliant—but sustainable.
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CMMC doesn’t have to be complex—but it does have to be done right.
Partner with Kreative and get compliant with confidence.
CMMC 1.0 vs. CMMC 2.0
CMMC 2.0 pared down the scope and expectations of the previous CMMC 1.0 model. The revised model is designed to minimize barriers to compliance by reducing costs, particularly for small businesses, and by clarifying and aligning cybersecurity requirements to other federal requirements and commonly accepted standards. This updated model is currently under public review and until it is accepted, all CMMC requirements are on hold.
A comparison of the two models is shown below:
How Kreative Can Help
Kreative is a Register Provider Organization (RPO) with the CMMC-AB. Kreative Corp stands ready to enable businesses of all sizes to build-out their compliance portfolio, preparing them to meet the new CMMC standards for Cyber Security.
Kreative has the best processes in place to ensure all clients abiding by the DoD’s CMMC standards successfully pass their compliance audits. Our highly trained experts and 100% success rate demonstrate our ability to help improve your company’s cybersecurity mitigation strategies.
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CMMC 2.0 Levels Broken Down
Understanding CMMC 2.0 Level 1
CMMC 2.0 Level 1 will include the 17 controls of CMMC 1.0 Level 1, a limited subset of NIST 800-171 meant for basic cyber hygiene. This will apply to organizations handling ONLY Federal Contract Information (FCI). The department sees this foundational level as an opportunity to engage contractors in developing and strengthening their cybersecurity posture. CMMC 2.0 Level 1 will be achievable with a self-assessment.
Understanding CMMC 2.0 Level 2
CMMC 2.0 Level 2 includes the 110 controls of NIST 800-171. Level 2 will be split based on the criticality of the information held by the organization. For organizations deemed to hold CUI identified as Critical National Security Information a third-party assessment will be required every three years. For select organizations an annual self-assessment against these controls will be sufficient.
Understanding CMMC 2.0 Level 3
CMMC 2.0 Level 3 is still under development, but the official website lists 110+ practices based on NIST 800-172. The most important thing to know is that assessments at level 3 will be completed by the government and not C3PAOs.
What CMMC 2.0 Level will my company require?
For FCI handling organizations, this is greatly simplified as Level 1, removing the old transitional level that might be required for FCI.
For organizations handling CUI, the required CMMC level for contractors and sub-contractors will be specified in Requests for Information and Solicitations. No CMMC requirements will be added to contracts until the formal rule-making process is complete.
Timeline for CMMC V2.0
The DoD has specified that there will be no contractual requirements for CMMC 2.0 until formal rulemaking is complete. This process can take 9-24 months.
Benefits of CMMC 2.0
Although many contractors will be obliged to comply to the CMMC model in some capacity, the mandate is not the only reason for companies to invest in being certified to one of the three levels. There are numerous benefits to companies that undergo the certification.
We Provide:
- CMMC Compliance Assessment
- Policy & Procedures Development Support
- CMMC Security Implementation Guides
- CMMC Compliance Management
- SIEM & Log Management Insights
- Security Asset Management
- Vulnerability Scans & Analysis
- Managed IPS & Firewall
- Intrusion Detection & Response
- Forensic Analysis
- Advance Threat Prevention
- Data Loss Prevention
Solutions & Services
The threat to networks and data continues to increase each day. Kreative collaborates and listens to its clients intently to understand their business and compliance needs. We don’t just aid organizations; we partner with them to build solutions that match each client’s requirements and business needs. Our solutions and services to support new CMMC, NIST 800-171 and ongoing ISO 27001:2013 standards are proven through our success and stand ready to be deployed.
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