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A Realistic Path to CMMC Level 3

Targeting the highest security level? Our CMMC Level 3 Compliance services implement NIST 800-172 controls to protect against Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs).

What Is CMMC Level 3 Compliance

CMMC Level 3 is designed for defense contractors that support the most critical Department of War programs.

It applies to organizations that handle Controlled Unclassified Information and face advanced cyber threats.

CMMC Level 3 builds on Level 2 and adds stronger security controls and monitoring requirements.

This level is required only for a small group of high risk contractors.

CMMC Level 1
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Security Control
Risk Management
Risk Management
Security Controls

What Is CMMC Level 3 Compliance

To achieve  CMMC Level 3 certification , an organization must first obtain a Final CMMC Level 2 certification through a C3PAO assessment, demonstrating compliance with all 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 security requirements. Building on that foundation, the organization must then implement and satisfy 24 additional security requirements selected from NIST SP 800-172. These enhanced requirements are specifically designed to protect against Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs). In total, Level 3 requires the implementation of 134 security requirements consisting of the 110 Level 2 controls plus 24 Level 3 controls. During the Level 3 assessment, the DCMA Defense Industrial Base Cybersecurity Assessment Center (DIBCAC) primarily evaluates the 24 Level 3 requirements while also performing limited validation of Level 2 compliance. To achieve Final Level 3 status, all 24 Level 3 requirements must be fully implemented and satisfied.

Key Challenges

Without expert guidance, preparation can take much longer than expected.

Our Level 3 Approach

Our goal is to help you meet Level 3 expectations with confidence.

Strategic Benefits

CMMC Level 3 Success Operations

Discover how leading Department of War (DoW) contractors protected their Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and secured their federal contracts through our elite compliance infrastructure.

CMMC Level 3 Compliance FAQ

Do most contractors need CMMC Level 3?

No. Only a small group of high risk contractors require Level 3.

Yes. Level 3 builds on Level 2 requirements.

Assessment requirements depend on DoW guidance and contract terms.

In our experience, we have seen a 3 – 6 months implementation period based on OSC having a CMMC Level 2 C3PAO certification.

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Ready to Discuss CMMC Level 3?

If CMMC Level 3 applies to your organization, the next step is a discovery call.

We will help you confirm requirements and outline a clear path forward.