What is CMMC Level 2 and who needs it?

CMMC Level 2 requires compliance with all 110 controls from NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2. Any Defense Industrial Base (DIB) contractor that handles Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) on DoD contracts will need CMMC Level 2 certification. This affects an estimated 80,000+ contractors.

When is the CMMC certification deadline?

CMMC Phase 2 requires C3PAO third-party assessments starting November 2026. However, DoD is already including CMMC requirements in new contracts. Starting now gives you time to close gaps, build evidence, and avoid last-minute scrambles when every C3PAO is booked solid.

Can I use CMMC Command for my self-assessment?

Yes. The free tier gives you a complete 110-control NIST SP 800-171 assessment with real-time SPRS score calculation. You can document your status, identify gaps, and calculate your exact SPRS score — which you're already required to submit to SPRS.mil.

How does the AI compliance analyst work?

Our 8 AI features analyze your actual assessment data — not generic templates. The AI generates gap analysis narratives, remediation plans with effort estimates, SSP implementation statements, evidence sufficiency reviews, and realistic C3PAO interview questions. It never sees your uploaded documents or CUI — only control metadata.

Do you store CUI or sensitive documents?

No. CMMC Command stores compliance metadata — control statuses, SPRS scores, task assignments, and evidence references. Uploaded evidence files are scanned for CUI markers and we explicitly do not store controlled unclassified information.

How does CMMC Command compare to hiring a consultant?

A typical CMMC consultant charges $200–$400/hr, and most assessments require 80–200 hours ($16K–$80K). CMMC Command replaces the ongoing assessment tracking, gap analysis, document generation, and remediation planning — for $749/mo.

What integrations are supported?

We connect with 10 security tools: Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365 & Defender, CrowdStrike Falcon, Google Workspace, AWS, SentinelOne, Tenable.io, KnowBe4, Jamf Pro, and Okta. Each integration auto-collects compliance evidence mapped to specific NIST controls.

Can I cancel anytime?

Yes. All plans are month-to-month with no long-term contracts. Annual plans offer 2 months free. If you cancel, you retain read-only access to your data for 30 days. We also support full data export.

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CMMC Regulatory Timeline

Every major CMMC milestone from initial rulemaking to full enforcement — so you know exactly where we are and how much time you have left.

Full Level 2 Enforcement Deadline

November 1, 2026

231

days remaining (~8 months)

RulemakingCertificationEnforcementStandard

Sep 2020Rulemaking

CMMC 1.0 Published

The Department of Defense released the initial Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework with 5 maturity levels and 171 practices across 17 domains.

Nov 2021Rulemaking

CMMC 2.0 Announced

DoD streamlined the framework from 5 levels to 3, aligning Level 2 directly with NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2's 110 controls. Eliminated CMMC-unique practices and reduced burden on small businesses.

Dec 2023Rulemaking

CMMC Proposed Rule Published

The CMMC proposed rule (32 CFR Part 170) was published in the Federal Register, opening a 60-day public comment period. Over 2,500 comments were received from industry stakeholders.

May 2024Standard

NIST SP 800-171 Rev 3 Published

NIST released Revision 3 of SP 800-171, reorganizing controls and adding new requirements. CMMC Level 2 currently maps to Rev 2; DoD plans to transition to Rev 3 in a future rulemaking.

Oct 2024Rulemaking

CMMC Final Rule Published

The CMMC final rule (32 CFR Part 170) was published in the Federal Register, establishing the program's regulatory foundation. Effective December 16, 2024.

Dec 2024Enforcement

CMMC Phase 1 Begins

Phase 1 implementation started — self-assessments are now required for CMMC Level 1 (Federal Contract Information) and select Level 2 contracts. Contractors must submit self-assessment scores to SPRS.

Mid 2025Certification

First C3PAOs Authorized

The Cyber AB (formerly the CMMC Accreditation Body) authorized the first Certified Third-Party Assessment Organizations (C3PAOs) to conduct official Level 2 assessments.

Q1 2026EnforcementWe Are Here

CMMC Phase 2 — C3PAO Assessments Begin

Phase 2 requires third-party C3PAO assessments for CMMC Level 2 certification on applicable contracts. This is the current phase — contractors handling CUI must demonstrate compliance through formal assessment.

Nov 2026Enforcement

Full CMMC Level 2 Enforcement

CMMC Level 2 certification becomes a requirement in all new DoD contracts involving CUI. Contractors without certification will be ineligible to bid on or perform these contracts.

2027Enforcement

CMMC in All Applicable DoD Contracts

CMMC requirements will be included in all applicable DoD contracts, including option periods and renewals. The full Defense Industrial Base must be compliant.

~2028Standard

Expected Transition to NIST 800-171 Rev 3

DoD is expected to update CMMC Level 2 requirements to align with NIST SP 800-171 Revision 3, introducing reorganized control families and new security requirements.

Don't Wait Until It's Too Late

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