The CMMC Toolbox
Find out if CMMC applies, which level you need, what it costs, and how ready you are — in minutes, not meetings. When you're ready for situation-specific guidance, a navigator is one call away. No email. No sales pitch.
Free tools. No email. No obligation.
Free Tools
This is what consultants charge $250–$400/hr to figure out. We've packaged it into free interactive tools.
Does CMMC Apply to Me?
5 questions. 3 minutes. Clear answer — yes, no, or check with your prime.
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Which Level Do I Need?
Interactive CUI vs. FCI guide with examples. Side-by-side Level 1 vs Level 2 comparison.
Find your level →
Most usedCheck Your Readiness
9 questions. Get your readiness signal, likely certification level, and a personalized action plan.
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Estimate Your Cost
Real market data. Pick your size, maturity, and target level — get a full cost breakdown.
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NewAsk a Question
AI assistant that answers CMMC questions in plain English — no jargon, no sales pitch.
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Browse Resources
14 in-depth guides on CMMC requirements, costs, timelines, and how to choose the right partner.
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Not just tools
The tools give you clarity. But CMMC is a process — not a checklist. When you're ready to move, we help you scope your environment, match you with the right C3PAO or RPO, and stay with you through certification.
We sit on your side. We don't sell software, run assessments, or bill hours.
We know our partners — by industry, size, and track record. No cold introductions.
We stay involved. Questions come up during remediation. We're there when they do.
Free. No obligation. US-based defense contractors only.
DFARS Clause Reference
DFARS 252.204-7012
Safeguarding Requirements
Adequate security on all covered contractor information systems. Incident reporting to DoD within 72 hours.
DFARS 252.204-7019/7020
NIST Assessment & SPRS Score
Self-assessment against NIST SP 800-171 and submission of your score to the Supplier Performance Risk System.
DFARS 252.204-7021
CMMC Certification Required
Formal third-party certification at the appropriate CMMC level as a condition of contract award and performance.
What this actually costs
Most small contractors budget $80K–$315K for Level 2 in Year 1. Here's why the range is wide — and how to get a number specific to your situation.
Gap Assessment
$5,000 – $15,000
Understanding where you stand before remediation begins.
Technical Remediation
$20,000 – $250,000+
IT changes, process changes, documentation. Highly variable.
RPO Consulting
$15,000 – $80,000
Expert hours to guide your program. Billed by engagement.
Documentation (SSP, Policies)
$15,000 – $50,000
System Security Plan and policy package for Level 2.
C3PAO Assessment (L2)
$30,000 – $100,000
The formal third-party assessment. Rising fast — book early.
Annual Ongoing (post-cert)
$25,000 – $60,000/yr
Maintenance, monitoring, annual affirmations.
Get a personalized cost estimate in 60 seconds.
Enter your company size, security maturity, and target level — get a full breakdown by component with real market data.
80,000+
Contractors needing Level 2 certification
Fewer than 100
Authorized C3PAOs operating (as of early 2026)
< 5%
Of defense contractors report full CMMC readiness
6–18mo
Typical timeline to certification
How we're different
The tools are free. The navigation is free. We're compensated by our assessment partners — and only on placement. No reason to oversell your scope or push anyone who isn't right for you.
Defense supply chain experience
We work inside the DoD contracting ecosystem. We understand DFARS clauses, prime-sub dynamics, and why CMMC creates real urgency for small manufacturers.
Vetted partner network
Every C3PAO and RPO in our network is verified through the Cyber AB Marketplace. We know their capacity, specialization, and track record — by industry and size.
Built for your company size
10–200 employees, DoD contracts, first time navigating CMMC. That's who we work with. If you have one IT person who's never touched this, you're in the right place.
No conflict of interest
We only get paid when the match is right. No reason to inflate your scope, oversell services, or push a vendor who's wrong for your situation.
All partners verified through the Cyber AB Marketplace — the official CMMC accreditation body.
CMMC Resources
If your entire company network touches CUI, your CMMC bill just got very large. A CMMC enclave strategy isolates CUI into a protected segment — and certifies only that. Done right, it's the single biggest lever you can pull on compliance costs.
CMMC is now a condition of contract award for defense manufacturers. Here's what the regulation actually requires, which level applies to your shop, and realistic cost ranges.
If you're a defense subcontractor, CMMC requirements flow down to you from your prime. Here's exactly what that means and what you need to do.
Ready to start?
We'll tell you exactly what applies to your contracts and what your next step should be. 15 minutes. No software to sell you.
Talk to someone who's seen this beforeAvailable to US-based defense contractors.