July 31, 2025
When Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) was first introduced, a lot of small contractors saw it as a bureaucratic burden. They said it was expensive, overengineered, and frustratingly unclear. They said, “We don’t have to do it if there’s no mandate.”
And they weren’t wrong.
But they also weren’t looking ahead.
As of July 23, 2025, the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) rule has officially moved into the final phase of the federal rulemaking process.
- The Title 48 (DFARS 252.204-7021) rule is now under review at the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
- We anticipate publication in the Federal Register by Q3, followed by a 60-day legal waiting period.
- That means CMMC requirements could start appearing in contracts very soon. In some instances, they already have.
Here’s why this development matters and how Rimstorm’s GovCon Enclave Solution can help you navigate these changes.
Agencies Expect Contractors to Be CMMC-Ready
Recently, the US Army in SAM.gov issued a notice that the CMMC Program goes into full effect “starting October 1, 2025”:
The CMMC level certification required will be mandatory for all DIB contractors in solicitations issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE).
Clearly, the time for “wait-and-see” mode is over. For the US Army, CMMC is already here.
But these kinds of announcements shouldn’t change anyone’s priorities. “CMMC level certification” is not a box to check, and never was. With 110 requirements across 14 domains (and hundreds of assessment objectives) in Level 2, CMMC is a national defense strategy that rewards organizations that invest in cybersecurity before the threat arrives.
That’s where Rimstorm comes in.
Rimstorm’s Commitment to CMMC Excellence
Rimstorm created GovCon Enclave™ to make real CMMC readiness achievable, even for resource-strapped contractors.
- Encrypted enclave in GCC High
- Built-in compliance engine with policy automation
- Continuous monitoring via Managed SIEM and SOC
- Pre-assessment dashboards and artifact generation
- Rapid deployment that shrinks your audit boundary
More solicitations from federal agencies like USACE will start to specify the level certification required for performance under the contract. There’s no more waiting. Now is the moment to shift from defensive delay to strategic readiness.
What’s Next?
Contractors should be realistic about the road to CMMC compliance. The transition to the mandatory CMMC framework might be challenging. The good news is, Rimstorm is here to guide you every step of the way. By focusing on CMMC and leveraging our specialized solutions, you can ensure that your organization remains both competitive and compliant.
And if you’re ready to protect your contract pipeline as seriously as your network, we can help.
Contact us for more information.
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