CMMC Compliance Road Map

As of November 10, 2025, the CMMC Final Rule is officially in effect, launching Phase 1 of enforcement across the Defense Industrial Base. Every DoD contractor must now demonstrate compliance with the NIST 800-171 control set to remain eligible for Federal contracts.

Compliance isn’t a one-time milestone — it’s an ongoing process of documentation, remediation, and continuous monitoring. Peerless partners with organizations like yours to simplify the path to certification, ensuring that your people, processes, and technology stay aligned with DoD cybersecurity standards.

1. Assess & Validate

Review your SPRS score, boundaries, and scope of CUI.
2. Gap & Prioritize

Conduct a NIST 800-171 Gap Assessment and identify key remediation priorities.
3. Strategy & Tools

Develop your SSP, POA&M, and supporting policies, and implement the right technical controls.
4. Implement & Remediate

Close identified gaps, deploy solutions, and document all actions.
5. Third-Party Readiness

For companies seeking CMMC compliance, a third-party assessor will conduct an evaluation to determine whether you've successfully met the criteria.
6. Continuous Monitoring

Once your network systems are compliant, continuously monitor them to prevent security breaches or incidents.

All DoD contractors that handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) or have the DFARS 252.204-7012 clause in an active or future contract are required to demonstrate compliance with NIST SP 800-171 under the CMMC Final Rule. This requirement applies to both prime and subcontractors, ensuring that all organizations supporting the Defense Industrial Base can safeguard sensitive information.

With Phase 1 enforcement now in effect as of November 10, 2025, the time to act is now. Our extensive experience supporting DoD contractors and deep compliance expertise can help you become contract-ready, achieve alignment with CMMC requirements, and maintain long-term compliance — no matter where you’re starting from.

Partner with Peerless for efficient, effective, and audit-ready compliant solutions that evolve with your business.