For countless defense contractors operating within the Defense Industrial Base, the mandate for Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) represents a critical juncture where non-compliance could mean the loss of vital government contracts. The intricate web of controls and documentation requirements has created a significant barrier for many, turning a necessary security standard into a complex and resource-intensive challenge. In response to this pressing need, national managed services provider Integris has unveiled a new CMMC Managed Services offering. This specialized service is meticulously designed to guide defense contractors and their supply chain partners through the rigorous process of achieving and maintaining CMMC Level 2 compliance. The initiative aims to demystify the certification journey, providing a clear and structured pathway for organizations that form the backbone of national defense supply chains, ensuring they can meet these essential cybersecurity mandates without derailing their core operations.
A Strategic Partnership for Streamlined Compliance
The foundation of this new service is a strategic collaboration that pairs practical, firsthand experience with a powerful compliance automation platform. Integris has partnered with IntelliGRC, a leading provider of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) solutions, to create a comprehensive offering. A key differentiator that sets this service apart is Integris’s own successful navigation of the CMMC Level 2 certification process for its internal operations. This achievement provides the team with a practitioner-level understanding of the nuances and potential pitfalls, allowing them to offer guidance grounded in real-world application rather than just theory. This invaluable expertise is augmented by the IntelliGRC platform, a sophisticated tool already trusted by numerous CMMC 3rd Party Assessment Organizations (C3PAOs) to conduct efficient and thorough assessments. The combined service gives clients access to a centralized dashboard that automates crucial compliance activities, including control mapping, systematic evidence collection, and continuous monitoring, significantly streamlining the entire compliance lifecycle.
Transforming Obligation into a Competitive Advantage
The launch of this service represented a pivotal development for businesses aiming to operate within the government contracting space. The ultimate goal extended beyond simply checking a regulatory box; it was about transforming a complex obligation into a tangible strategic asset. For contractors in the Defense Industrial Base, achieving CMMC certification became the definitive prerequisite for bidding on and retaining crucial Department of Defense contracts. This offering provided a clear, scalable, and manageable path for companies to meet these mandatory security requirements. By leveraging a verified approach, contractors were able to substantially reduce their risk exposure and demonstrate a robust, audited cybersecurity posture to both government agencies and commercial partners. The team’s familiarity with comparable Canadian cybersecurity standards further underscored a broader expertise in North American government compliance frameworks. Ultimately, this initiative provided the tools and expertise necessary for contractors to not only secure their operations but also to solidify their competitive standing in a highly regulated market.
