Let’s be honest: cybersecurity compliance can feel overwhelming, especially when it’s buried in acronyms, frameworks, and technical language.

But if you're a small to mid-sized business aiming to win contracts with the Department of Defense (DoD), there’s no getting around the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). You need it to stay eligible. What you don’t need? Confusing jargon or one-size-fits-all solutions that leave you more stressed than secure.

At Total Assure, we believe small to mid-sized businesses deserve clear, customized guidance that cuts through the complexity. Here's how we help you get CMMC-ready without needing a cybersecurity degree.

We Start With a Conversation, Not a Checklist

You don’t need to speak IT to work with us. We start by listening. Through learning how your business operates, what kinds of contracts you go after, and how your team currently handles sensitive information, we can start understanding how to best serve you. From there, we identify what level of CMMC applies to you and explain it in a way that makes sense to the whole team. 

We Map Out a Simple, Actionable Plan

Compliance isn’t about buying expensive software or chasing every standard at once. It’s about knowing what’s required, where you stand, and how to close the gap.

We break it down into manageable steps:

• What policies you need (and which ones you already have)

• What technical controls matter most

• What documents you’ll need for the assessment

• What actions will make the biggest impact for your team

Rather than just highlighting which issues you have, our readiness assessments give you a roadmap with real solutions. 

We Build with You, Not for You

A lot of companies will sell you templates. But templates don’t equal compliance, especially when assessessor expect policies that reflect your actual operations.

We help you write or refine:

• System Security Plans (SSPs)

• Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)

• Cybersecurity policies and procedures

• Evidence documentation and assessment prep materials

Everything is tailored to your infrastructure, your team, and your pace.

We Get You Ready to Compete

Once your controls are in place and your documentation is dialed in, we help you validate your readiness. That means:

• Ensuring your policies match what’s happening on the ground

• Reviewing evidence of implementation

• Preparing you for the official C3PAO assessment (for Level 2)

By the end, you’re not just checking boxes. You’re protecting your business and proving you're ready to win DoD work.

You Don’t Need to Speak Cyber. You Just Need the Right Partner.

CMMC readiness shouldn’t be a mystery. At Total Assure, we help small to mid-sized businesses translate requirements into action, without wasting time, money, or mental energy. We know what assessors are looking for, we know how to fix common mistakes, and we know how to guide your business toward real, lasting compliance.

If you’re ready to stop Googling and start preparing, let’s talk. We’ll walk you through every step, minus the tech talk. Get your free consultation today.