Armada’s Unified CMMC Compliance Framework

For defense contractors navigating the complex world of CMMC compliance, the process can feel overwhelming, especially when striving for Level 2 certification. Between documentation, evidence collection, security monitoring, and audit preparation, most organizations find themselves juggling multiple vendors, tools, and consultants. Armada Cyber Defense (ACD) set out to simplify that challenge with a unified, end-to-end framework designed to streamline the entire journey from readiness to certification.

A Three-Part Ecosystem for Total Readiness

Armada’s approach consolidates everything a defense contractor needs for CMMC Level 1 or Level 2 compliance under one umbrella, integrating assessment, governance, and managed security into a cohesive system.

1. CyberGap: The free starting point for contractors. CyberGap helps organizations perform a self-assessment aligned with CMMC Levels 1 and 2. It identifies control gaps, calculates an SPRS score, and produces a readiness report, all without cost. This tool establishes the foundation for understanding your current maturity and where to focus improvement efforts.

2. CyberComply: The governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) engine that powers documentation and continuous management. Built specifically for CMMC, CyberComply automates generation of essential artifacts like System Security Plans (SSPs) and Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms). It tracks remediation progress, maintains an audit trail, and centralizes all compliance evidence in one platform, critical for any upcoming C3PAO audit.

3. CyberMSSP: The managed security services layer that provides continuous protection. Through CyberMSSP, Armada and its partners, including PreVeil, deliver 24/7 monitoring, secure communications, and incident detection capabilities. This ensures not just compliance on paper but actual operational security in practice.

Why Integration Matters

Combining GRC automation (CyberComply) with managed services (CyberMSSP) under one provider offers a strategic advantage for CMMC Level 2 preparation. It minimizes the complexity of defining and defending your accreditation boundary and consolidates control ownership and evidence collection. When an assessor arrives, everything, including technical controls, documentation, and proof of remediation, is managed and tracked in one place.

A Structured Six-Step Roadmap

Armada’s Unified Framework follows a six-step methodology designed to bring structure and accountability to the process:

1. Client Onboarding: Define scope, timelines, and CMMC level goals.

2. Confidentiality Agreements: Secure NDAs to protect client information.

3. Gap Analysis: Start with CyberGap for self-assessment, then transition to a professional analysis for deeper insights.

4. Remediation: Address control deficiencies while maintaining records in CyberComply for traceability.

5. Mock Assessment: Conduct a full “practice audit” simulating a C3PAO review to test readiness.

6. C3PAO Audit Support: Assist in selecting, engaging, and coordinating with the official third-party assessor.

Beyond Compliance: Managing Risk Holistically

Armada’s framework is not just about checking boxes; it is about building lasting cybersecurity maturity. By combining consulting expertise, automated GRC capabilities, and managed protection, the company helps contractors move from reactive compliance to proactive risk management.

Final Considerations

While Armada’s ecosystem offers a compelling path to streamline CMMC compliance, it is also a strategic choice. Entrusting your sensitive assessment data, compliance documentation, and SPRS scoring information to a single vendor requires careful consideration. For many defense contractors, however, the benefits of integration, simplified management, reduced cost, and continuous readiness outweigh the risks.

In short, Armada Cyber Defense’s Unified CMMC Compliance Framework represents a pragmatic model for defense contractors looking to tame the complexity of cybersecurity certification. By combining CyberGap, CyberComply, and CyberMSSP, organizations can move from confusion to clarity, achieving compliance faster, maintaining it continuously, and strengthening their overall security posture in the process.