As the Department of Defense activates Phase 1 of the CMMC rollout, government contractors must race to validate their cybersecurity posture or risk losing contract eligibility. This episode breaks down the critical path to Level 2 certification, including the costs of remediation, the 110 controls of NIST SP 800-171, and the mandatory reporting requirements for the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS). Tune in for a strategic guide on finalizing your System Security Plan, budgeting for third-party assessments, and ensuring your organization avoids the "No CMMC Status" designation.