A major milestone that positions CSCI among the very few fully certified and eligible partners for contracts requiring third-party cybersecurity validation.

Cybersecurity is now central to mission success. Every agency, system, and contractor supporting the Department of War (DoW) depends on secure environments to protect sensitive information. The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) was created to ensure that only the most disciplined and trusted contractors handle controlled data. Today, only a small fraction of companies meet this standard — and CSCI is now one of them.

CSCI has officially achieved CMMC Level 2, placing us in the top 0.1 percent of more than 300,000 companies in the Defense Industrial Base. This certification is not self-attested. It is a rigorous, third-party audited validation that confirms CSCI meets the latest requirements mandated by the DoW for handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

This milestone reflects our long-standing commitment to building a secure, resilient, and people-first cybersecurity culture across the entire organization.

A Company-Wide Effort Years in the Making

To earn certification, CSCI underwent an independent assessment of our systems, documentation, processes, and everyday practices. The audit was detailed and comprehensive, and it required a thorough understanding of our processes.

“Since founding CSCI in 2002, we have been steadfast in our commitment to doing what is right and ensuring the security of our federal partners’ missions,” said Michele Durante, Founder and CEO of CSCI.
“Joining the small fraction of companies certified at CMMC Level 2 is a powerful validation of our team’s discipline, readiness, and unwavering focus on safeguarding sensitive information that protects our nation.”

For us, this was never about pursuing a checklist. It was about doing what is right for our customers and demonstrating the level of discipline and transparency they deserve. Our internal IT team led the technical implementation, but the achievement reflects the work, consistency, and cooperation of associates across the organization. Security is no longer something handled by one team. It is a shared commitment that touches how we operate every day.

Security That Starts With People

Most cyber incidents do not begin with complex technical breaches. They begin with a moment of inattention, a misleading link, or a well-crafted impersonation. That is why CSCI places so much emphasis on human awareness and everyday habits.

Our teams practice secure behaviors routinely — verifying suspicious messages, using strong password management, and reaching out to IT when something feels off. We make cybersecurity training clear, accessible, and a natural part of how we work. When people feel confident and supported, they make better decisions, and those decisions directly protect our customers.

This cultural foundation was one of the strongest contributors to our success during the assessment. Technology can change quickly. Culture takes time, consistency, and leadership. Over the last several years, CSCI has invested intentionally in both.

Raising the Bar for Our Customers

Being secure is one of CSCI’s highest priorities, but so is providing assurance. CMMC Level 2 demonstrates that our technical and organizational controls not only meet DoW requirements but exceed many industry expectations. As a trusted DoW partner for more than two decades, this certification reinforces the confidence our customers place in us.

It also signals that our systems, processes, and culture will continue to evolve. Cybersecurity is never finished, but this certification confirms CSCI is aligned with the expectations set for the most trusted and secure contractors supporting federal missions.

What Comes Next

This certification is not the finish line. Our cybersecurity program will continue to evolve through ongoing improvements, proactive monitoring, and regular training that keeps our teams ready for emerging threats. As technology advances and adversaries grow more sophisticated, we remain focused on staying ahead of the landscape and strengthening the protection of every mission we support.

As one of the few small businesses fully certified to handle CUI under the 2025 CMMC Final Rule, we are prepared to support agencies and prime contractors that require a trusted, compliant, and mission-ready partner.

For inquiries about upcoming needs or secure support, contact our team.