CMMC-Focused Cybersecurity for Defense Contractors.
Get and stay CMMC-compliant with a proven roadmap, Fortinet-powered protection, and a team that already supports the Defense Industrial Base. GCC High migration, NIST 800-171 controls, and full C3PAO assessment prep — handled.
How Exposed Is Your Organization?
CUI and DoD contract info require the highest protection. Find out in 60 seconds.
Book a CMMC Readiness Assessment
A practical, audit-ready evaluation of your CUI environment against CMMC Level 2 and NIST 800-171 controls.
What You Get
Gaps, priorities, timeline, and a defensible remediation roadmap tailored to your contract requirements and CUI scope.
What We Cover
CUI scoping, technical and administrative controls, evidence collection, logging, documentation, and subcontractor flow-down.
The CMMC Challenge for Defense Contractors
DoD contracts now require proof of cybersecurity maturity. Here's what makes compliance so difficult without the right partner.
CMMC Is Now Mandatory
CMMC compliance is required to win and keep DoD contracts. Falling short means lost revenue, lost contracts, and lost competitive position in the Defense Industrial Base.
Limited Internal Resources
Your team delivers mission-critical work — not 110+ NIST controls. Without dedicated security staff, implementation and documentation get overwhelming fast.
Complex CUI Environments
CUI lives across endpoints, cloud, email, file shares, and subcontractors. Every touchpoint can become a compliance gap and a security risk.
Fear of Assessment Failure
A failed C3PAO assessment can delay contracts for months. Audits demand documented proof that controls work — not promises.
Tight Compliance Deadlines
Contract timelines don’t wait. You need CMMC Level 2 fast — without cutting corners that trigger costly remediation or failure.
Evidence, Not Effort
Assessors validate artifacts, logs, and procedures. “We intended to do it” doesn’t pass — proof does.
HD Tech's CMMC Compliance Solution. No Gaps.
We don't just check boxes — we help you build a defensible, audit-ready cybersecurity program tailored to defense contractors handling CUI.
CMMC Gap Analysis
Map your environment to CMMC Level 2 and all 110 NIST 800-171 controls. Identify gaps, prioritize remediation, and build a clear path to certification.
SSP & POA&M Support
System Security Plan and Plan of Action & Milestones documentation that assessors expect — the paper trail that proves compliance.
Fortinet-Based Protection
DoD-grade firewalls and endpoint protections tuned for defense contractor requirements. Protect FCI and CUI at rest, in transit, and in use.
Microsoft 365 Hardening
Secure M365 environments handling FCI/CUI — email security, DLP, conditional access, and controls aligned to CMMC requirements.
Continuous Monitoring & Logging
24/7 monitoring with centralized logging and retention for audits and incident response. Alerts for anomalies and potential CUI exposure.
Secure Backup & DR
Encrypted backups and disaster recovery planning aligned to DoD obligations — rapid recovery to minimize mission delivery disruption.
Vendor & Subcontractor Guidance
Flow-down requirement support to manage third-party risk — helping your supply chain meet CMMC expectations.
Access Control & MFA
Least privilege, role-based permissions, and multi-factor authentication across all systems handling CUI. Reduce insider and credential-compromise risk.
Your Path to CMMC Certification
Most defense contractors need 12–18 months to achieve CMMC Level 2 compliance. We accelerate that timeline with a proven, three-phase approach.
Evaluate (Weeks 1–4)
CMMC Gap Assessment & Risk Review
Evaluate your posture against all 110 Level 2 controls. Receive gap analysis, risk prioritization, and a remediation roadmap with budget and timeline.
- Gap analysis report
- Risk register
- Remediation roadmap
- Cost & timeline estimates
Implement (Months 2–12)
Security Controls, Documentation & Training
Deploy technical controls, build required documentation, and train staff on CUI handling — so you’re audit-ready without disrupting delivery.
- Deploy Fortinet security stack
- Harden Microsoft 365 environment
- Implement access controls & encryption
- Develop System Security Plan (SSP)
- Conduct staff security awareness training
- Establish continuous monitoring
Maintain (Ongoing)
Continuous Monitoring & Audit Readiness
Ongoing monitoring, quarterly control reviews, annual assessments, and documentation updates — so you stay ready for DoD and C3PAO scrutiny.
- 24/7 security monitoring
- Quarterly compliance reviews
- Annual CMMC reassessment
- Documentation maintenance
- Incident response support
- New contract CUI scoping
Why Defense Contractors Choose HD Tech
30 Years Supporting the DIB
Three decades protecting CUI and supporting mission-critical DoD delivery for Orange County defense contractors.
CISSP-Led Cybersecurity Team
Security leadership with deep expertise in NIST 800-171, CMMC, and DoD contracting requirements — without enterprise overhead.
Aligned with DoD CMMC Program
We track evolving requirements, assessment procedures, and C3PAO expectations so your roadmap reflects current guidance.
Proven Technology Stack
Fortinet infrastructure trusted globally by defense and federal agencies, plus Microsoft 365 GCC High expertise for government cloud.
Dedicated Operations Manager
Dedicated oversight ensures controls remain effective, documentation stays current, and your team is ready for assessments.
Local Orange County Presence
On-site support for Southern California defense contractors. Fast, hands-on help from our Seal Beach headquarters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What CMMC level do most defense contractors need?
Most contractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) need CMMC Level 2 certification, which maps to all 110 security controls in NIST SP 800-171. Level 1 applies to contractors handling only Federal Contract Information (FCI). HD Tech focuses on Level 2 readiness.
How long does it take to achieve CMMC Level 2 compliance?
Most defense contractors need 12–18 months to achieve full CMMC Level 2 compliance. HD Tech accelerates this timeline with a proven three-phase approach — Evaluate, Implement, and Maintain — so you can meet contract deadlines without cutting corners.
Do you support Microsoft 365 GCC High environments?
Yes. We have deep expertise in Microsoft 365 GCC High — the government-cloud version of M365 required for handling CUI. We handle migration, hardening, DLP configuration, conditional access policies, and ongoing management.
What is GCC High and do I need it?
GCC High is Microsoft’s government community cloud built to meet FedRAMP High and DoD SRG IL4/IL5 requirements. If you handle CUI, GCC High is typically required for your Microsoft 365 environment. We handle the full migration and configuration.
Do you provide support for C3PAO assessments?
Yes. We prepare your environment, documentation, and team for the official C3PAO (Certified Third-Party Assessor Organization) assessment. We don’t conduct the assessment ourselves — we make sure you pass it.
How much does CMMC compliance cost?
Cost depends on company size, current security posture, and CUI scope. HD Tech provides a detailed cost estimate during the Evaluate phase, including technology, documentation, training, and ongoing monitoring. We design cost-effective plans without compromising on required controls.
Don't Wait for CMMC to Cost You a Contract.
Every month without CMMC certification is another month of contract risk. Join the Orange County defense contractors who trust HD Tech to protect their CUI, maintain compliance, and win DoD contracts.