Orlando CMMC Certification

Updated November 4, 2026. Orlando-area defense contractors should start CMMC planning with their solicitation and contract language. The required CMMC status and assessment route depend on the contract and the systems that handle Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI); there is no single level that applies to every company.

On July 13, 2026, the Department of War suspended Phase II requirements and stated that Phase I self-assessment requirements remain in place. Because earlier CMMC articles describe a different schedule, use current DoW guidance and your contract documents when making plans.

Steps for an Orlando contractor

  1. Check contract requirements. Review the solicitation, award documents, applicable DFARS clauses, and subcontract flow-downs for the specific CMMC status required.
  2. Define the system boundary. Identify where FCI or CUI is handled and which people, devices, services, and locations are in scope.
  3. Assess readiness. Compare existing policies, technical safeguards, and evidence with the requirements for the status named in the contract.
  4. Plan remediation. Assign owners and dates to gaps and keep the SSP and supporting records aligned with the environment.
  5. Confirm the assessment route. Use the solicitation and official CMMC guidance to determine whether the requirement calls for self-assessment, a third-party assessment, or a government-led assessment.

Can a managed IT provider issue CMMC status?

A managed IT or cybersecurity provider can support readiness work, technical implementation, documentation, and ongoing security operations. The provider does not determine the status required by a contract. The applicable assessment process and official records establish whether the organization has met that requirement.

How Diriga supports readiness

Diriga can help organizations review their environment, prioritize cybersecurity improvements, and prepare documentation for the applicable assessment process. The scope and services should be matched to your systems and contract requirements.

See Diriga’s CMMC readiness information, review the latest DoW acquisition updates, or contact Diriga to discuss next steps.