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CMMC Compliance
Built Into Your
Infrastructure.

25 years of hands-on infrastructure and security work in SLED and Federal environments. We architect CMMC readiness directly into your environment using Infrastructure as Code. Compliance becomes a property of how you build, not a project you run before an assessment.

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25 yrs
SLED & Federal
CMMC
Level 1 & 2
IaC
Policy as Code
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NIST 800-171
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Microsoft Partner
AWS Partner
WMBE Certified
CMMC-AB Registered
USPAACC Certified USPAACC Certified
ITAR / US Person
FedRAMP Expert
NIST 800-171
SOC 2 Type II

Why CMMC Catches Most
Contractors Off Guard

Most organizations treat CMMC as a documentation exercise. It is a controls problem. Those controls live in your infrastructure, your identity layer, and your configuration baselines, not in a spreadsheet.

Documentation Without Controls

Writing policies and filling out SSPs does not make you compliant. An assessor will look for technical evidence that the controls are actually implemented and enforced in your environment.

No Standardized Baseline

When every system is configured differently, you cannot prove consistent control implementation. Configuration drift is the most common reason contractors fail or delay their CMMC assessment.

Compliance That Doesn't Hold

A point-in-time assessment passes, then six months later a patch cycle or a new deployment introduces gaps. Without automated enforcement, compliance erodes continuously between audit cycles.

The VIS approach: build controls into the architecture.

Using IaC and standardized baselines, we make compliance a stable property of your environment rather than a state you have to keep restoring.

CMMC Readiness Services

Five specific services built around the CMMC readiness journey, from first gap assessment through C3PAO certification. Each one is IaC-based, technically grounded, and grounded in 25 years of SLED and Federal infrastructure work.

CMMC Readiness Consulting

End-to-end CMMC Level 2 readiness: scope, gap analysis, IaC control implementation, SSP development, and C3PAO assessment preparation.

CMMC 2.0 Level 1 & 2
Full engagement, start to assessment
C3PAO assessment preparation
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CMMC Gap Analysis

Technical gap assessment against all 110 NIST 800-171 controls. Risk-ranked report with SPRS point impact. The right first step before any remediation commitment.

All 110 controls evaluated on evidence
SPRS impact scoring per gap
Remediation roadmap delivered
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NIST 800-171 Consulting

All 110 controls across 14 families implemented in your infrastructure using Terraform, Azure Policy, and AWS Config. The technical foundation of CMMC Level 2.

IaC-enforced, version-controlled controls
Azure & AWS coverage
SSP aligned to implementation
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SPRS Score Assessment

Validate your SPRS submission against actual control implementation. Identify False Claims Act exposure and build a path to a defensible, technically-grounded score.

Score vs. infrastructure gap analysis
False Claims Act exposure assessment
Score improvement roadmap
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CUI Enclave Design

Architect a minimum-scope CUI boundary before remediation begins. Network-segmented, access-controlled, and delivered in Terraform for Azure, AWS, or on-premises.

CUI data flow mapping & scoping
Network segmentation design
Terraform-delivered architecture
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Ongoing Compliance Operations

Maintaining a compliant posture after certification. Continuous monitoring, drift detection, evidence collection, and IaC updates as your environment evolves.

Continuous control monitoring
Automated evidence collection
IaC version-controlled updates
Included in active engagements

CMMC Readiness: What It Actually Takes

Three areas where infrastructure decisions directly determine whether your assessment passes or fails.

Assessment Readiness

Getting Ready for a C3PAO Assessment

CMMC 2.0 Level 2, third-party assessed

Scoping your CUI boundary correctly
SSP and evidence package preparation
Pre-assessment gap walkthrough
POA&M prioritization before audit day
Infrastructure as Code

Controls Implemented as Code

Terraform, Azure Policy, AWS Config

IaC templates for NIST 800-171 controls
Version-controlled compliance posture
Automated policy enforcement at deploy
Reproducible across cloud and on-prem
SLED Considerations

State, Local & Education (SLED) Context

For contractors serving SLED prime or subcontractor roles

DFARS flowdown requirements analysis
Shared responsibility in prime/sub chains
Enclave design for multi-tenant environments

NIST SP 800-171:
The Technical Foundation of CMMC

CMMC 2.0 Level 2 maps directly to the 110 security requirements in NIST SP 800-171. These requirements span 14 control families and cover the infrastructure, identity, logging, and configuration controls that protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in non-federal environments. Every defense contractor, subcontractor, or IT service provider that handles CUI is obligated under DFARS 252.204-7012 to implement them.

What Is It?

A NIST publication that specifies security requirements for protecting CUI handled by non-federal contractors. It maps directly to CMMC 2.0 Level 2. All 110 requirements must be implemented and evidenced.

Who Must Comply?

Any organization with a DoD contract that touches CUI: prime contractors, subcontractors, IT service providers, manufacturers, universities, and research labs handling sensitive defense data.

Consequences of Non-Compliance

Contract termination, disqualification from future DoD awards, False Claims Act liability, and reputational damage. DFARS clause 252.204-7012 makes compliance a contractual obligation, not optional.

SPRS Score

Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS)

SPRS is the DoD's publicly visible score for every defense contractor. Starting at +110, points are deducted for each unimplemented NIST 800-171 requirement based on its weighted severity. A low or negative score can disqualify you from contract awards.

Target: +110
Minimum Acceptable: +70
Risk Flag: Below 0

SPRS Score Visualization

Access Control (AC)22 pts
Configuration Mgmt (CM)9 pts
Incident Response (IR)3 pts
Risk Assessment (RA)3 pts
Composite SPRS Score +110 / 110

All 14 Control Families

110 security requirements across 14 domains, each one implemented and enforced through Infrastructure as Code, not described in a policy document.

22 req.
Access Control

AC · 3.1.x

Limit system access to authorized users, processes, and devices. Control CUI flow to prevent unauthorized disclosure.

3 req.
Awareness & Training

AT · 3.2.x

Ensure personnel are aware of security risks and trained to recognize threats including social engineering and insider threats.

9 req.
Audit & Accountability

AU · 3.3.x

Create and retain system audit logs to enable monitoring, analysis, investigation, and reporting of unlawful activity.

9 req.
Configuration Management

CM · 3.4.x

Establish and maintain baseline configurations. Control changes to systems with CUI. Restrict, disable, or prevent use of non-essential functions.

11 req.
Identification & Authentication

IA · 3.5.x

Identify system users, processes, and devices. Authenticate their identities before granting access to CUI systems. Enforce MFA requirements.

3 req.
Incident Response

IR · 3.6.x

Establish incident handling capabilities, track incidents, and test the incident response plan. Report CUI incidents to DCSA within 72 hours.

6 req.
Maintenance

MA · 3.7.x

Perform maintenance on organizational systems. Provide controls on tools, techniques, and personnel used for system maintenance.

9 req.
Media Protection

MP · 3.8.x

Protect system media containing CUI, both paper and digital. Limit access, sanitize or destroy media before disposal or reuse.

2 req.
Personnel Security

PS · 3.9.x

Screen individuals prior to granting access. Ensure CUI is protected during and after personnel actions such as terminations or transfers.

6 req.
Physical Protection

PE · 3.10.x

Limit physical access to organizational systems, equipment, and operating environments to authorized individuals. Protect and monitor physical infrastructure.

3 req.
Risk Assessment

RA · 3.11.x

Periodically assess risk to systems, operations, and assets. Scan for vulnerabilities. Remediate flaws consistent with risk assessments.

3 req.
Security Assessment

CA · 3.12.x

Periodically assess security controls, develop and implement plans of action, monitor on an ongoing basis to ensure effectiveness.

16 req.
System & Comm. Protection

SC · 3.13.x

Monitor, control, and protect organizational communications. Implement architectural designs and network segmentation for CUI systems.

7 req.
System & Info. Integrity

SI · 3.14.x

Identify, report, and correct information and system flaws. Protect against malicious code. Monitor security alerts and perform ongoing scanning.

CUI Data Lifecycle

How We Protect Your CUI

01

CUI Discovery & Classification

Automated scanning to locate all CUI across endpoints, cloud storage, email, and collaboration tools.

02

Boundary Definition (CUI Enclave)

We architect a hardened CUI enclave, physically or logically separated from general IT systems with Zero Trust controls.

03

Control Implementation via IaC

Every required control is codified in Terraform/Ansible: automated, version-controlled, and reproducible.

04

Continuous SPRS Score Monitoring

Real-time dashboards track your SPRS score with automated alerts for any drift below your target threshold.

Required Documentation

SSP & POA&M: Engineered, Not Templated

System Security Plan (SSP)

We generate a living SSP that automatically reflects your actual control implementation state, not a static Word document that goes stale the moment it's written.

Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M)

Gaps are automatically captured in a structured POA&M with assignees, due dates, and integration into your project management workflow.

SPRS Self-Assessment Submission

We walk you through the SPRS portal submission process and provide audit-trail evidence packages acceptable to C3PAO assessors.

Limited Slots Available

What's Your SPRS Score?

Most DoD contractors don't know their true SPRS score. Many are submitting inflated numbers that expose them to False Claims Act liability. Book a free NIST 800-171 readiness call and we'll calculate your actual score in under 48 hours.

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CMMC Readiness: Common Questions

Questions we hear from contractors at every stage of the CMMC readiness process.

What does CMMC readiness actually mean, and how do I know if I'm ready?
CMMC readiness means your organization has technically implemented all required NIST 800-171 controls, not just documented them. A C3PAO assessor will look for evidence that controls are enforced in your environment, not described in a policy binder. You are ready when your CUI boundary is correctly scoped, your SPRS score reflects actual implementation, your System Security Plan accurately describes the environment, and you have continuous evidence of enforcement. A gap against any of those four areas means you are not yet ready.

How long does CMMC readiness take for a small DoD contractor?
Most small-to-mid contractors in the 50–200 person range with an existing cloud infrastructure can reach CMMC Level 2 readiness in 3 to 9 months, depending on their starting SPRS score and how many of the 110 controls are already technically implemented. The fastest path is using Infrastructure as Code to enforce controls at deployment rather than remediating manually control by control. IaC-based implementation also means the posture does not degrade between assessment cycles.

What is the difference between CMMC Level 1 and Level 2 readiness?
CMMC Level 1 covers 17 basic safeguarding requirements from FAR 52.204-21, focused on protecting Federal Contract Information (FCI). It is self-assessed annually. CMMC Level 2 maps to all 110 NIST SP 800-171 controls and applies to organizations handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Level 2 requires a third-party C3PAO assessment every three years for most DoD contracts. Level 2 readiness is significantly more demanding: documentation alone does not pass.

How does Infrastructure as Code improve CMMC readiness?
IaC tools like Terraform, Azure Policy, and AWS Config let you implement CMMC controls as version-controlled, automatically enforced configuration. Controls do not degrade between assessments, every new deployment inherits the compliant baseline, and you have a continuous auditable record. We have built reusable IaC templates covering all 14 NIST 800-171 control families on Azure and AWS, which significantly shortens the path to CMMC Level 2 readiness for most contractors.

Do SLED contractors need CMMC certification?
SLED contractors who serve as prime or subcontractors on DoD-funded programs, or who handle CUI under DFARS 252.204-7012 flowdown clauses, are subject to CMMC requirements. Many SLED IT service providers handle CUI indirectly through their Federal prime contractor relationships without realizing it. With 25 years working in SLED and Federal environments, VIS LLC can quickly determine your CMMC scope and obligations based on your specific contract structure.

What does a CMMC readiness gap assessment from VIS LLC include?
Our CMMC readiness assessment covers: CUI boundary and system boundary scoping; SPRS score validation against actual technical implementation; review of all 110 NIST 800-171 requirements across 14 control families; a risk-ranked remediation roadmap prioritized by SPRS point impact; SSP review or initial drafting; and identification of which gaps can be closed with existing IaC templates. The deliverable is a practical action plan, not a compliance report for the shelf.
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Our Process

From Gap to Certified
in 4 Steps.

01

Discovery

We map your current infrastructure, controls, and existing compliance posture against your target framework.

02

Gap Analysis

Automated gap analysis generates a prioritized remediation roadmap with timelines and resource estimates.

03

Engineering

We implement controls directly as Infrastructure as Code. Every deployment carries the compliant baseline from the start.

04

Continuous

Ongoing drift detection and automated remediation ensures compliance never lapses between assessments.

Leadership

Practitioner-led across Federal, DoD, and SLED operations.

Upendar Vellore

Upendar Vellore

Principal Architect & RP

25 years of infrastructure and security work in State, Local, Education, and Federal environments. My focus is building CMMC compliance into the architecture itself, using IaC, standardized configuration baselines, and risk-driven prioritization to create environments that hold up under assessment, not just before it.

CMMC 2.0 NIST 800-171 IaC / Terraform SLED & Federal Risk Architecture
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Where Are You
with CMMC?

CMMC readiness depends on your specific infrastructure, your contract scope, and where you sit in the DFARS supply chain. A 30-minute conversation is usually enough to identify where the gaps are and what the right next step looks like.

NJ Headquarters
South Brunswick, New Jersey
Phone (USA)
+1 (732) 200-7352

What you get in the free assessment:

Automated SPRS / compliance score vs. your target framework
Prioritized gap analysis with remediation timeline
IaC-based architecture recommendations
No sales pitch, just expert technical guidance