Achieving CMMC certification is one of the biggest challenges facing defense contractors and suppliers today. The Department of Defense’s Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework is designed to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) across the Defense Industrial Base—but for many organizations, the readiness process feels complex, time-consuming, and resource-intensive.
At Steadfast Partners, we built Steadfast Accelerate specifically to simplify and speed up that journey. Our readiness program combines expert guidance, risk-based strategy, and GRC automation to help organizations move confidently from assessment to audit.
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A Streamlined, Execution-Focused Approach
Steadfast Accelerate was designed for one purpose: to make CMMC readiness achievable for organizations of all sizes. Our process focuses on practical execution rather than theory, guiding teams through the essential steps of preparation while maintaining flexibility and control.
Here’s how it works:
1. Risk-Based Gap Assessment
We start by aligning your current environment with CMMC Level 2 and DIBCAC expectations. Our gap assessments identify missing controls, documentation issues, and operational weaknesses—prioritized by both compliance requirements and business impact.
2. Remediation Planning That Drives Audit Success
Once the gaps are clear, our advisors develop a remediation roadmap that focuses on what matters most for audit readiness. We help you implement missing technical and procedural controls while ensuring all changes integrate smoothly with your daily operations.
3. GRC Automation for Efficiency and Visibility
Manual evidence collection and control tracking can consume hundreds of hours. By integrating Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tools into your readiness process, we automate documentation, map controls directly to CMMC requirements, and provide real-time dashboards that track progress toward certification.
4. Mock Audits and Stakeholder Coaching
We simulate audit conditions before the official review begins, helping your team practice evidence presentation and clarify roles. Our stakeholder coaching builds confidence, ensuring everyone—from IT to leadership—understands how to demonstrate compliance during the audit.
Flexible, Transparent Engagement
Every organization’s CMMC journey is different, which is why Steadfast Accelerate uses a Time & Materials (T&M) model for pricing. This allows you to scale resources up or down based on readiness stage and budget—without sacrificing quality.
Our smart staffing model pairs senior cybersecurity advisors (for strategic planning and compliance alignment) with junior analysts (for technical execution and documentation), delivering enterprise-grade expertise at a manageable cost.
Turning Readiness Into a Competitive Advantage
While many view CMMC as a compliance burden, it’s actually a business differentiator. Certification demonstrates your commitment to security and makes you a more attractive partner within the Defense Industrial Base. With Steadfast Partners guiding your readiness journey, your organization can reach compliance faster while building a stronger, more resilient cybersecurity foundation.
If your organization is ready to simplify and accelerate its CMMC path, contact Steadfast Partners today at 737-210-5503. We’ll help you move from complexity to confidence—efficiently, effectively, and with results that last.