What defense contractors need to know now — and why waiting could cost you government contracts.

TAMPA, Fla.: As the Department of Defense cranks up enforcement of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework, government contractors across the country are racing to meet new compliance demands. The problem? The rules are complicated, the deadlines are approaching fast, and the consequences of missteps are serious — including loss of contract eligibility.

Enter Cyber Defense Advisors (CDA) and Vanta, who are teaming up to offer a fast, practical, and surprisingly fun solution: a free, 30-minute webinar titled “Navigating CMMC Compliance: Your Roadmap to Success”, happening Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 1:00 PM ET.

Register here: https://cyberdefenseadvisors.com/cmmc-webinar-registration

This isn’t your typical compliance talk. It’s a fast, no-fluff session with real CMMC experts sharing exactly what’s happening, what’s urgent, and what to do now to stay DoD-eligible.

So, who’s this for?

Anyone managing cybersecurity, contracts, or compliance for a DoD contractor — prime or sub — should attend, especially if you handle CUI, FCI, or want to stay competitive in the GovCon space.

What you’ll learn:

• What the CMMC timeline really looks like (spoiler: it’s already started)
• What you need for Level 1 and Level 2 certification
• How new DFARS rules could make or break your contract eligibility
• Common compliance mistakes — and how to avoid them
• Immediate actions to protect your DoD pipeline

Plus, the session wraps with a 15-minute live Q&A, so bring your questions.

Behind the Mic

• Francis Schmuff, CEO of CDA – Former DoD strategist with 20+ years helping contractors build audit-ready programs.
• Bryan Siegel, Director of Compliance, CDA – Helped shape the original CMMC model and knows what really matters.
• Morgan Kaplan, Director of Government Strategy & Affairs at Vanta – Expert in simplifying compliance without slowing your team down.

Why it matters

CMMC is now mandatory — and enforcement is underway. Miss it, and you risk losing DoD contracts. Find out what to prioritize now. Can’t join? Register anyway to get the recording and bonus resources.

Event Details:

• Date: Wed, July 16, 2025
• Time: 1:00 PM ET
• Duration: 30-min webinar + 15-min live Q&A
• Registration: https://cyberdefenseadvisors.com/cmmc-webinar-registration

Cyber Defense Advisors (CDA)

CDA helps defense contractors meet CMMC, NIST 800-171, and FedRAMP requirements with practical, results-driven strategies.

Vanta

Vanta automates security and compliance across CMMC, SOC 2, ISO 27001, and more — so businesses can scale securely and stay audit-ready.

Fonte: Business Wire