ITAR Registration Code: M49438 / Cage Code: 94U86

ITAR Registration Code: M49438 / Cage Code: 94U86

CMMC LEVEL 1 COMPLIANCE:
CORE CYBERSECURITY HYGIENE

If your organization handles Federal Contract Information (FCI), CMMC Level 1 is required for contract eligibility. We help you implement the 15 “Foundational Cyber Hygiene” practices and confidently submit your SPRS score.

ACHIEVE CMMC LEVEL 1 COMPLIANCE

CMMC LEVEL 2 CERTIFIED BY AN AUTHORIZED C3PAO

Brea Networks successfully achieved CMMC Level 2 Certification through an Authorized C3PAO assessment, earning a perfect score of 110 out of 110 against NIST SP 800-171 requirements.

MISSION OVERVIEW: PROTECTING THE SUPPLY CHAIN

Threat actors often exploit the weakest points in the supply chain. Your objective is to strengthen your defenses, safeguard FCI, and address gaps in your security documentation.

TARGET PROFILE:
WHO NEEDS CMMC LEVEL 1?

Built for organizations that:

  • Work with DoW directly or as a subcontractor
  • Manage Federal Contract Information (FCI).
  • Do not store, process, or transmit Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
  • Need to establish basic cybersecurity practices
Compliance Note: Organizations handling CUI must comply with CMMC Level 2 requirements.

MISSION SPECS:
THE 17 PRACTICES

CMMC Level 1 centers on the 15 Foundational Cyber practices designed to safeguard FCI. These requirements align with FAR 52.204-21. Key Security Domains:
  • Access Management (Restrict System Access)
  • User Identification & Authentication
  • Media Security & Data Sanitization
  • System Protection & Information Integrity
Requirement: Annual SPRS self-assessment submission.

RISK ASSESSMENT:
FAILURE POINTS

Many contractors overlook the requirements of CMMC Level 1. Foundational controls are still mandatory, and without proper documentation, compliance gaps can create risk. Common Compliance Challenges:
  • No Documentation: Lack of written policies (SSP).
  • Insufficient Evidence: Unable to demonstrate active controls.
  • Misinterpretation: Confusion between FCI and CUI

Risk: Contract ineligibility and False Claims Act exposure.

NEED HELP IDENTIFYING YOUR
CLEARANCE LEVEL?

One of the most common compliance challenges is determining whether your organization falls under Level 1 (FCI) or CMMC Level 2 (CUI). Avoid costly mistakes by speaking with our compliance specialists and verifying your requirements in as little as 15 minutes.

sPEAK WITH A cMMC EXPERT

Looking for general compliance info? Read our Blog

  • Certified RPO support
  • Experience with DoW contractors
  • Minimize guesswork and save time
  • Clear, straightforward explanations
  • Focused on compliance success
We help you approach compliance with confidence.
  • Maintain eligibility for DoW contract opportunities
  • Lower cybersecurity risk
  • Clear documentation and controls
  • Demonstrate compliance with confidence
  • Built for future CMMC levels

We make CMMC Level 1 clear and easy to navigate

  • Assessing your contracts and environment
  • Verifying if Level 1 applies to you
  • Identifying weaknesses in your current environment
  • Helping you implement required controls
  • Preparing you for your self-assessment
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Success Stories: CMMC Level 1 Achieved

Real results for defense contractors through our Certified RPO guidance.

"CMMC Level 1 seemed like a daunting hurdle for our small business. Their expert guidance closed our security gaps in record time, giving us the compliance foundation we needed to secure our first DoW contract this quarter. Highly professional and efficient."
Director of ITDefense Engineering Solutions
"The clarity they bring to the 17 controls is unmatched. Before working with them, we were lost in the bureaucracy of self-assessment. Now, we have a fortified infrastructure and the confidence to bid on high-security tactical projects."
CEOPrecision Aerospace Components
"As a Certified RPO, they provided the roadmap we were missing. Their step-by-step gap identification process made the entire journey smooth and stress-free. It’s the best investment we’ve made for our company’s future in the defense sector."
Compliance ManagerGlobal Logistics Defense

CMMC LEVEL 1 FAQ

Critical insights for DoW contractors regarding the Foundational compliance level.

CMMC Level 1 (Foundational)is the foundational compliance standard for contractors that create, receive, store, or transmit Federal Contract Information (FCI). It consists of 15 foundational security practices designed to protect sensitive government data and demonstrate basic cyber hygiene. Meeting Level 1 requirements is not optional for organizations seeking to bid on and maintain Department of War (DoW) contracts.
Not always. Compliance requires more than security tools alone, it requires documented implementation and supporting evidence. As a Certified RPO, our team performs a detailed gap assessment to identify deficiencies within your environment. We verify that all 15 required practices are not only implemented but also documented, and aligned with CMMC Level 1 self-assessment requirements, reducing compliance risk and improve audit readiness.
The timeline varies based on your current security posture, but our streamlined framework helps reduce complexity and accelerate readiness. Beyond maintaining eligibility for DoW contracts, you’ll establish a stronger security foundation that reduces cyber risk and provides a documented path for future CMMC Level 2 requirements.

Free CMMC
Level 1 Audit Checklist

Download our CMMC Level 1 Audit Checklist to understand the requirements and identify potential compliance gaps.

DOWNLOAD THE CHECKLIST

Ready to Achieve
CMMC Level 1 Readiness?

Not sure where you stand with CMMC compliance? Start with a discovery call.

  • Evaluate your current environment
  • Determine the appropriate CMMC level
  • Identify next steps
  • Get answers to your compliance questions
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