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ITAssurance CEO, Bill Campbell joins CMMC Professionals Network (CPN) Board of Directors.
Ensure DoD Contract Eligibility with a Proven Compliance Partner.
For small and mid-sized businesses working in the defense industrial base (DIB), demonstrating cybersecurity compliance is no longer optional—it’s a contractual obligation. SecurityAssurance™ helps organizations meet and maintain the requirements of NIST SP 800-171 and the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), providing tailored, end-to-end support to ensure compliance with DFARS and DoD mandates.
The Department of Defense introduced the CMMC framework to strengthen cybersecurity across its supply chain. CMMC draws heavily from NIST SP 800-171, which defines 110 controls across 14 control families to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
Contractors must comply with these frameworks based on the type of information they handle and the level of access required.
Compliance Frameworks
| Standard | Description | Who It Applies To |
|---|---|---|
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NIST SP 800-171 |
A set of 110 security controls used to protect CUI in non-federal systems. |
All DoD contractors and subcontractors handling CUI. |
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CMMC 2.0 |
Cybersecurity certification model with 3 levels: Foundational (L1), Advanced (L2), Expert (L3). |
Organizations seeking to win or renew DoD contracts. |
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DFARS 252.204-7012 |
Defense acquisition regulation requiring NIST 800-171 implementation and incident reporting. |
Mandatory for contractors processing, storing, or transmitting CUI. |
SecurityAssurance guides your organization through a step-by-step compliance lifecycle. Each phase is designed to build toward full audit readiness while minimizing operational disruption.
Our phased approach ensures a clear and logical path to compliance. By beginning with a full assessment and progressing through remediation and audit prep, we eliminate uncertainty and help SMBs meet certification deadlines without overextending their internal teams.
Compliance Lifecycle Table
| Phase | Activities | Deliverables |
|---|---|---|
|
1. Readiness Assessment |
Evaluate existing cybersecurity controls, documentation, and practices against NIST 800-171 and CMMC Level 1–2 requirements. |
Readiness Report with summary score and risk categories. |
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2. Gap Analysis |
Map existing environment against all 110 NIST controls. Identify technical and procedural shortfalls. |
Gap Analysis Report aligned with 14 control families. |
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3. Remediation Planning |
Create a customized action plan to resolve control deficiencies. Recommend policy and technical changes. |
Detailed Remediation Roadmap with prioritized timelines. |
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4. Documentation Development |
Develop or refine your System Security Plan (SSP), Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M), and incident response procedures. |
Compliant SSP and POA&M tailored to your environment. |
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5. Technical Control Implementation |
Deploy or tune technologies such as MFA, logging, access controls, encryption, and endpoint protection. |
Technical Control Implementation Checklist and validation. |
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6. Assessment Preparation |
Provide coaching for your internal team, mock interviews, and final documentation review for audit. |
Assessment Readiness Binder and submission support. |
SecurityAssurance delivers a full set of tools, templates, and tactical support to ensure your environment is both secure and compliant. Our services are designed to meet DoD expectations while remaining affordable for smaller contractors.
ITAssurance provides a breadth of support offered for CMMC Compliance services through our SecurityAssurance program. From documentation development to hands-on technical guidance, we deliver everything needed to satisfy CMMC and NIST requirements with clarity, accuracy, and speed.
Services & Deliverables Table
| Service Component | Description |
|---|---|
|
Custom Gap Analysis |
A line-by-line comparison of your controls to NIST 800-171’s 110 requirements. |
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System Security Plan (SSP) |
Core document describing your system environment and how each control is implemented. |
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Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M) |
Tracks all deficiencies and planned mitigation steps, a mandatory submission item. |
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Policy Templates |
Security, access, incident response, and training policy templates tailored to DoD standards. |
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Technical Implementation |
Assistance with implementing controls such as multi-factor authentication, encryption, logging, etc. |
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Audit Preparation |
Guidance for self-assessment or C3PAO audit, including mock reviews and Q&A support. |
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Ongoing Monitoring (Optional) |
Continuous compliance tracking and reporting services to ensure long-term readiness. |
ITAssurance has deep experience helping defense contractors and suppliers of all sizes achieve and maintain cybersecurity compliance.
Whether you’re a prime contractor undergoing a Level 2 audit or a small subcontractor preparing for self-attestation, our services adapt to your role, environment, and maturity level. We also support MSPs serving DoD clients.
Industries Served:
| Business Role | Support Focus |
|---|---|
|
Prime Contractors |
Full lifecycle CMMC readiness and certification support. |
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Subcontractors |
Tailored assistance for Level 1 or 2 self-attestation or certification. |
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MSPs |
Co-managed compliance services for end clients. |
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Startups/New DoD Vendors |
First-time compliance planning and implementation. |
Choosing the right compliance partner can impact not just your audit results, but also your ability to win and retain DoD contracts. Our SecurityAssurance program is optimized for SMBs with limited internal resources and complex DoD obligations.
Key Advantages Table
| Benefit | Description |
|---|---|
|
Certified Team |
Includes CMMC-AB Registered Practitioners, CISSPs, and DFARS/NIST experts. |
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SMB-Focused Delivery |
We tailor services to organizations with 5–200 users and minimal IT staff. |
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Audit-Driven Results |
100% of past clients have passed their CMMC audits or self-attestation reviews. |
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Cost Predictability |
Transparent pricing with flat-rate packages, not hourly billing. |
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Minimal Disruption |
Work completed with or alongside your internal team or MSP. |
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Compliance as a Service |
Optional managed service to monitor and maintain compliance long-term. |
After working with ITAssurance, clients consistently experience measurable improvements across their compliance and cybersecurity posture.
We don’t just prepare you for compliance—we position you for continued success in the defense marketplace. Our deliverables support procurement, reputation, and security all at once.
Measurable Results:
NIST 800-171 primarily applies to organizations handling CUI. If you only handle FCI, CMMC Level 1 (a subset of controls) may apply instead. We help determine exactly what level you need to meet.
Most engagements take 30–90 days depending on your current cybersecurity maturity and whether remediation is required.
Without certification or successful self-assessment, you cannot bid on or renew certain DoD contracts. We offer audit prep services to prevent this.
Yes. We frequently work with in-house IT teams and MSPs to implement and validate controls collaboratively.
That’s no problem—we’ll review your existing policies and build upon them to meet compliance standards.
With SecurityAssurance, by ITAssurance, you gain a trusted partner who understands the security and compliance challenges faced by small and mid-sized DoD contractors. Let us help you protect your contracts, reputation, and future.
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