Armada Cyber Defense LLC unites three divisions into an end-to-end CMMC compliance ecosystem, partnering with PreVeil for secure collaboration. This setup supports defense contractors from initial gap analysis through certification and ongoing protection.

CyberComply CMMC GRC, PreVeil & MSSP

Armada Cyber Defense LLC delivers comprehensive CMMC compliance support for defense contractors through an integrated three‑pillar approach. CyberGap provides a complimentary assessment tool to identify readiness gaps for CMMC Levels 1 and 2. CyberComply serves as a centralized platform for managing, documenting, and maintaining all compliance activities throughout the certification lifecycle. CyberMSS offers 24/7 security monitoring and collaborates with MSPs and MSSPs to deliver tailored managed security solutions.

Together with PreVeil as a trusted partner for secure email and file sharing, Armada Cyber Defense offers a complete ecosystem to prepare for CMMC certification, maintain ongoing compliance, and ensure robust cybersecurity under CMMC requirements.

MSP VS MSSP

MSPs handle general IT support like networks, servers, and help desks, while MSSPs specialize in cybersecurity such as threat monitoring and incident response. In CMMC contexts like Armada Cyber Defense, MSPs partner for IT basics, but MSSPs like CyberMSSP provide 24/7 SOC operations for compliance. MSPs focus on keeping IT running smoothly overall, often adding basic security as one service from a Network Operations Center (NOC). MSSPs zero in on advanced security from a Security Operations Center (SOC), covering 24/7 monitoring, vulnerability scans, and compliance reporting.

Services Comparison

GRC + PreVeil + MSSP: The Complete Solution

GRC platforms like CyberComply manage compliance documentation and evidence, PreVeil secures CUI with encrypted email and file sharing, and MSSPs provide 24/7 threat monitoring. This trio, known as the CMMC Trifecta, covers governance, data protection, and operations for Level 2 certification efficiently.

• GRC: Automates CMMC documentation, SSPs, POA&Ms, evidence collection, and audit prep across 110 controls for Levels 1-2.
• PreVeil: Delivers end-to-end encrypted email/file sharing in FedRAMP High GovCloud, protecting CUI with zero-trust access and audit logs.
• MSSP: Provides 24/7 SOC monitoring, threat detection, vulnerability scans, and incident response for ongoing compliance.

Why This Trifecta Works:

This trifecta that is GRC like CyberComply, PreVeil for secure CUI handling, and MSSP for monitoring, excels by dividing labor across CMMC’s 110 controls for complete, automated coverage. It streamlines audits, cuts SMB costs by 77% (or $200K vs. alternatives), and scales for enterprises without extra staff.

GRC centralizes documentation (SSPs, POA&Ms, evidence), ingesting logs from MSSP scans and PreVeil audits to prove maturity. PreVeil’s zero-trust encryption and immutable logs enforce AC, SC, IA controls out-of-box in FedRAMP High. MSSP adds 24/7 SOC ops, vulnerability management, and risk prioritization, feeding real-time data back to GRC.

CMMC Level 2–Certified MSP & MSSP Ecosystem

Many DIB organizations use certified External Service Providers (ESPs), including MSPs and MSSPs, to meet NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC Level 2 via in-scope operations and shared responsibility matrices. CyberComply streamlines controls, evidence, docs, and SPRS while certified providers handle execution; confirm scopes directly.

Certified ESPs (MSPs/MSSPs)

The MSP Collective’s ESP Directory lists validated CMMC Level 2 Assessment-certified providers:

• Right Hand Technology Group
• Hunter Strategy
• Ntiva, Inc.
• First Column IT
• CyberSheath
• Systems Engineering and Technology & Business Solutions, LLC
• RSM US LLP (MSP/MSSP)​
• Summit 7
• Sentinel Blue
• Aethon Security​

Key Ecosystem Role

ESPs like certified MSPs and MSSPs play a critical role in CMMC Level 2 by handling in-scope systems, security, or CUI as extensions of the Organization Seeking Assessment (OSA), ensuring NIST 800-171 alignment via shared responsibility matrices (SRMs). They provide evidence, controls, and support during C3PAO audits without always needing independent certification if scoped under the OSA.

Certified ESPs must demonstrate relevant Level 2 controls for their services, often as Security Protection Assets (SPAs). OSAs include them in SSPs, with assessors reviewing SRMs, logs, and interviews to verify CUI protection

Strategic Benefits

Certified ESPs (MSPs/MSSPs) offer strategic advantages by outsourcing IT/security execution while maintaining OSA accountability via SRMs, reducing internal burden for DIB firms. They enable market differentiation, faster audits, and revenue growth for providers serving multi-client compliance.

Outsourcing Relief

ESPs handle config mgmt, monitoring, and IR, freeing OSAs from building full capabilities; SRMs clarify ownership to avoid gaps. MSPs admin non-CUI systems in-scope; MSSPs provide SOC without full client certification if no independent CUI storage.

Market Edge

CMMC-ready MSPs/MSSPs attract DIB contracts, become RPOs/C3PAOs, and cascade controls across clients via inheritance.

Risk Reduction

Pre-audit evidence (logs, mappings) prevents “Not Met” findings; due diligence via ESP vetting shows assessors maturity. Scalable for SMBs avoiding $200K+ solo efforts.

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