Why It’s Time to Get Serious About Your Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Readiness
If you’re a Department of Defense (DoD) contractor or subcontractor handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), you already know CMMC isn’t optional—it’s coming fast, and it’s going to impact your ability to win and retain contracts.
At Rooted Technology Solutions, we’re helping DoD contractors across South Alabama and Northwest Florida take the necessary steps to prepare for upcoming CMMC requirements with practical, tailored cybersecurity strategies that align with their unique business and compliance needs.
Whether you’re starting your CMMC journey from scratch or looking to fill gaps before an audit, now is the time to take action.
The Cost of Waiting
Let’s be blunt: businesses that delay CMMC compliance risk losing eligibility for DoD contracts. With final rules expected to roll out soon, even prime contractors are beginning to pressure their subs to demonstrate measurable progress on cybersecurity maturity.
In fact, according to a recent GAO report, over 70% of small defense contractors lack basic cybersecurity hygiene, making them prime targets for attacks—and a liability in the DoD supply chain.
CMMC Is More Than a Checkbox
CMMC isn’t just about having antivirus software and a firewall. It’s about implementing a holistic, documented approach to cybersecurity across your organization, covering everything from access controls to incident response and risk management.
And here’s where many contractors struggle: you’re experts in your field—not cybersecurity. That’s where we come in.
How Rooted Technology Solutions Helps DoD Contractors Prepare
Rooted offers real-world IT and cybersecurity solutions tailored to CMMC readiness. We understand the unique challenges that small and mid-sized defense contractors face and provide the hands-on support, technical expertise, and vendor coordination necessary to get (and stay) compliant.
Here’s how we can help:
Gap Assessments & Roadmaps
We identify where you stand today and build a practical roadmap to reach your target CMMC level.
Secure Infrastructure Design
We help implement proper access controls, multi-factor authentication, and data segmentation to protect CUI.
Advanced Email Security & Compliance
Protect sensitive communications with policy-based encryption, threat protection, and archiving tools that meet CMMC and NIST standards.
Managed Endpoint & Network Security
From firewall configurations to patch management and endpoint detection & response (EDR), we ensure your systems are hardened against cyber threats.
Microsoft 365 Hardening for CMMC
We configure your Microsoft 365 environment with best practices for CUI handling, helping improve your Microsoft Secure Score and comply with 800-171 controls.
Support for Documentation & Audit Readiness
We assist in documenting policies, processes, and evidence to support your self-assessment or third-party audit.
You’re Not in This Alone
CMMC compliance isn’t a one-and-done project—it’s an ongoing commitment. But you don’t have to face it alone. With nearly two decades of IT and cybersecurity experience, Rooted brings the tools, partnerships, and local accountability you need to get the job done right.
We’re licensed, insured, and deeply rooted in the same Gulf Coast communities you serve.
Next Steps for DoD Contractors
If your business touches the DoD supply chain—even as a subcontractor—it’s time to take your cybersecurity posture seriously. Let’s talk about where you are today and what it will take to become audit-ready.
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Let’s build a strong, compliant, and resilient IT foundation—so you can keep winning DoD work with confidence.
