SAINT PAUL, MN — Bound Planet, a leading Cybersecurity Consulting firm and CyberAB Registered Practitioner Organization (RPO), is proud to announce that one of its key clients has successfully achieved CMMC Level 2 Certification. This milestone confirms the client’s compliance with the rigorous security requirements mandated by the Department of Defense (DoD) for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
As the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) faces increasing pressure to meet Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) standards, Bound Planet continues to position its partners for success through expert-led guidance and hands-on technical advisory.
Comprehensive Compliance Support
To achieve this certification, Bound Planet provided an end-to-end consulting framework tailored to the client’s unique operational environment. Key contributions included:
- Strategic Scoping Guidance: Defining the boundaries of the CUI environment to ensure a streamlined and cost-effective assessment.
- Implementation Consulting: Aligning technical controls and organizational processes with NIST SP 800-171 requirements.
- Documentation Development: Authoring and maintaining the System Security Plan (SSP) and the Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) to ensure readiness.
- Assessment Participation: Providing active support and subject matter expertise during the formal assessment process to ensure clear communication with the Certified Third-Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO).
A Commitment to Defense Excellence
“Achieving CMMC Level 2 is a significant undertaking that requires a culture of security, not just a checklist, shiny set of tools, or the latest industry buzzwords,” said Grant Burns, Founder at Bound Planet. “We are thrilled to have partnered with Mid-Continent Engineering throughout this journey. Their successful certification validates our methodology and reinforces our commitment to securing the national defense supply chain.” Further, Burns commended Mid-Continent Engineering, stating “Congratulations to the Mid Continent Engineering team on this great achievement! It is rewarding to see the efforts of so many being validated and recognized through the third-party assessment process.”
By achieving a CMMC Level 2 Certification, Mid-Continent Engineering has demonstrated the institutionalization of advanced cybersecurity practices, ensuring they remain a trusted and competitive partner for DoD contracts.
About Bound Planet
Bound Planet is a Cybersecurity Consulting firm based in St. Paul, Minnesota. As a CyberAB Registered Practitioner Organization (RPO), Bound Planet specializes in helping organizations navigate complex regulatory landscapes, including CMMC, NIST, ISO 27001, and others. By blending technical proficiency with strategic business alignment, Bound Planet empowers small and mid-sized enterprises to protect their most critical data.
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