Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification 2.0 is the Department of Defense’s updated framework for protecting Federal Contract Information and Controlled Unclassified Information across the defense industrial base. The model simplifies earlier requirements while strengthening accountability and enforcement. For organizations that contract with the Department of Defense, CMMC compliance is a business requirement, not a future consideration. INFOWATCH LLC helps contractors meet these obligations with clarity, discipline, and defensible results.
CMMC 2.0 reduces the framework to three levels aligned with risk. Level 1 applies to basic safeguarding of Federal Contract Information. Level 2 focuses on Controlled Unclassified Information and aligns directly with NIST SP 800 171. Level 3 applies to the most sensitive programs and introduces advanced controls with government led assessments. INFOWATCH LLC helps clients correctly scope contracts, systems, users, and data so they pursue the appropriate level and avoid costly misalignment.
The updated model allows limited use of Plans of Action and Milestones, enabling organizations to certify with documented gaps that are properly risk accepted and resolved within defined timelines. INFOWATCH LLC supports POA and M development by identifying which gaps are acceptable, prioritizing remediation, and aligning documentation with assessment expectations. This approach reduces surprises and strengthens audit readiness.
CMMC 2.0 also increases executive accountability. Senior leaders must attest to the accuracy of assessments, with potential legal exposure for false claims. INFOWATCH LLC treats cybersecurity as a governance issue, ensuring leadership understands risk posture, evidence requirements, and attestation responsibilities before certification.
INFOWATCH LLC delivers CMMC readiness as a structured, evidence driven program. Our services include scoping and data flow validation, control gap assessments, remediation planning, documentation development, and assessment preparation. The result is a sustainable compliance posture that supports contract eligibility and long term resilience.
CMMC 2.0 rewards organizations that prepare early and act with integrity. INFOWATCH LLC helps defense contractors move from uncertainty to confidence by aligning cybersecurity compliance with mission and business objectives.
