CMMC FINAL RULE ALERT - THIS IS NOT A DRILL

After years of anticipation, the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Final Rule is expected to clear regulatory review and be published as early as next week in the Federal Register. Once published, it can go into effect in as little as 1 to 60 days (this Fall 2025!)

This rule updates 48 CFR and DFARS 252.204-7021, formally embedding CMMC into the federal acquisition process. From the effective date, all new DoD solicitations will require a level of CMMC compliance, which means Level 2 certification, not just self-assessment.

What This Means for You:

• CMMC Level 2 will be required for contracts involving Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
• Third-party assessments will replace self-attestation for most suppliers.
• Prime contractors are already demanding Level 2 certification from their subs to avoid disqualification from upcoming bids.

Why You Must Act Now: Prime contractors are delisting suppliers who aren’t ready. Waiting until the rule is published could mean missed opportunities, rushed remediation, and reputational risk.

How ISM Can Help:

• Gap assessments and NIST SP 800-171 implementation
• Third-party assessment preparation
• Ongoing compliance through managed cybersecurity services

If you haven’t started your Level 2 journey, NOW is the time!

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