Many small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) believe that CMMC, the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification, is only meant for major enterprises working with the government. However, this isn’t the case. If your business handles Federal Contract Information (FCI) or works with the Department of Defense (DoD), CMMC compliance is mandatory.
As your managed IT services provider, we want to clear up some common misconceptions about this critical regulation:
Myth: CMMC is Too Complex and Expensive for SMBs
Reality: The CMMC framework scales according to business size and risk level. There are affordable ways for SMBs to become CMMC certified.
Myth: CMMC Compliance is Optional for Smaller Federal Contractors
Reality: CMMC certification is compulsory for ALL companies in the defense supply chain, regardless of size, if they want to work with the DoD.
Myth: Getting CMMC Certified Means Your Systems are 100% Secure
Reality: While rigorous, CMMC does not guarantee total immunity from cyberattacks. Compliance is the starting line for robust enterprise security.
The DoD is expected to make CMMC certification mandatory in all defense contract requests by 2025. It takes from 8 to 12 months to prepare for the CMMC assessment. By understanding the realities now, SMBs can prepare and implement changes in time.
As a trusted partner, Data Net is committed to helping its clients navigate CMMC compliance. Let us know how we can help you build enterprise resilience while meeting all regulatory obligations.
Data Net Solutions has been serving small and medium-sized businesses since 1983. We’re veteran owned, and operate out of San Diego. We have a long track record of working with construction companies who need to meet DoD regulations.
Read Our Past Articles About CMMC Cybersecurity Compliance with the DoD
Part 1: Starting Your Cybersecurity Journey: The ABCs of CMMC for DoD SMBs
Part 2: The Cybersecurity Toolbox: Essential Tools for DoD Compliance
Part 3: CMMC 2.0: The Three Levels of IT Compliance for DoD SMBs
Part 4: Cyber Hygiene: Retain Your SMB's IT Compliance
Part 5: The Human Factor: Training Your Team for Cybersecurity Success
Part 6: Navigating the Legal Landscape: Compliance and Consequences
Part 7: Cybersecurity on the Go: Protecting Mobile Devices
Part 8: The Cost of Complacency: Cybersecurity Isn't Just a Checkbox
Part 9: Cybersecurity Myths Debunked: What SMBs Need to Know
Part 10: The First Steps Towards Your CMMC Certification Process
Part 11: 3 Huge NIST 800-171 Compliance Myths
