CMMC Compliance for the Defense Industrial Base
You Build it.
We Secure it.
The only CMMC-certified firm purpose-built for small businesses in the Defense Industrial Base.
What We Do
Full-Stack CMMC Compliance
From gap assessment to audit day — and everything in between. One team, one mission.
CMMC Gap Assessment
Full evaluation of your current cybersecurity posture against all 110 CMMC Level 2 controls.
Guided Remediation
Step-by-step remediation workflow designed for non-technical teams. We translate, you execute.
Audit-Ready Reporting
Complete documentation packages that satisfy C3PAO assessors. No last-minute scramble.
Managed SOC / MDR
24/7 security operations center with managed detection and response tailored to manufacturing environments.
Managed IT / Helpdesk
Enterprise-grade IT support without the enterprise price tag. Your team calls us, not a call center.
ITAR / Export Control
Navigate ITAR and export control requirements alongside your CMMC journey. Integrated compliance.
Why Us
Built Different. Built for You.
Built for Manufacturers,
Not IT Departments
We speak your language — machine shops, fabrication, production floors. Our platform is designed for owners and operators, not IT managers you don't have.
Defense Industrial
Base Expertise
We know the DIB because we've lived it. Nuclear, shipbuilding, aerospace — our advisory bench has the clearances and the relationships.
Full-Stack:
IT + Security + Compliance
One team handles your IT, security monitoring, and CMMC compliance. No finger-pointing between vendors. One throat to choke, one hand to shake.
Stop Guessing.
Start Building.
Find out exactly where you stand on CMMC compliance — and what it takes to get Cyber-ready.
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Everything You Need to Get — and Stay — Compliant
CMMC has 110 controls. We handle all of them so you can focus on building.
CMMC Gap Assessment
We evaluate your entire operation against all 110 CMMC Level 2 controls — IT systems, policies, physical security, personnel practices, and data handling. You get a clear, plain-English report showing exactly where you stand and what needs to change.
- Full NIST 800-171 control mapping
- Network and system architecture review
- Policy and procedure gap analysis
- CUI flow documentation
- Prioritized remediation roadmap
- Executive summary for leadership
Guided Remediation
Compliance gaps don't fix themselves. We provide a step-by-step guided workflow — designed for manufacturers, not IT experts. Each remediation task is explained in plain language with clear instructions your team can follow.
- Prioritized task queue by risk level
- Plain-language implementation guides
- Weekly progress check-ins
- Technology recommendations and procurement
- Policy and procedure templates
- Employee training materials
Audit-Ready Reporting
When the C3PAO assessor arrives, you'll be ready. Our documentation packages are built to satisfy assessors — complete System Security Plans, POA&Ms, and evidence artifacts organized exactly how they expect.
- System Security Plan (SSP)
- Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M)
- Evidence artifact collection
- Control implementation narratives
- Assessment readiness review
- C3PAO liaison support
Managed SOC / MDR
CMMC requires continuous monitoring — not just a one-time fix. Our 24/7 Security Operations Center monitors your environment, detects threats, and responds to incidents so you can sleep at night.
- 24/7/365 threat monitoring
- Endpoint detection and response (EDR)
- SIEM log management
- Incident response playbooks
- Monthly security reports
- Vulnerability scanning
Managed IT / Helpdesk
Your team shouldn't have to choose between making parts and troubleshooting printers. We handle day-to-day IT so your operators can focus on production.
- Dedicated helpdesk with real humans
- Workstation and server management
- Patch management and updates
- Backup and disaster recovery
- Network management
- User onboarding and offboarding
ITAR / Export Control
If you're handling defense articles or technical data, ITAR compliance runs parallel to CMMC. We integrate both requirements into a single compliance program.
- ITAR registration support
- Technology control plans
- Export classification review
- Foreign person screening
- Compliance training
- Integrated CMMC + ITAR controls
CMMC Level 2
110 Controls, Plain English
CMMC Level 2 maps to NIST SP 800-171 — 14 domains, 110 controls. Here's what they actually mean for your shop.
Access Control
Who can access what systems and data
Awareness & Training
Employee cybersecurity education
Audit & Accountability
Logging and monitoring system activity
Configuration Mgmt
Keeping systems properly configured
Identification & Auth
Verifying user identities
Incident Response
Handling security incidents
Maintenance
System maintenance procedures
Media Protection
Protecting data on storage media
Personnel Security
Background checks and access policies
Physical Protection
Securing your physical facilities
Risk Assessment
Identifying and managing risks
Security Assessment
Regular security evaluations
System & Comms
Network and communications security
System & Info Integrity
Keeping data accurate and secure
Pricing
Transparent, Competitive, Fair
CMMC compliance shouldn't cost more than the contracts you're trying to win. We price for small manufacturers, not enterprise budgets.
How We Compare
| Capability | Grey Squadron | Do It Yourself | Generic MSP | Enterprise Firm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIB / Defense Expertise | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Built for Small Manufacturers | ✓ | — | ✗ | ✗ |
| Full 110 Control Coverage | ✓ | ✗ | Partial | ✓ |
| Managed IT + Security | ✓ | ✗ | IT Only | ✗ |
| 24/7 SOC / MDR | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Plain-Language Platform | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Affordable for 15-100 Employees | ✓ | ✓ | Varies | ✗ |
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About Us
Mission-Ready Cybersecurity
Veteran-founded. Purpose-built for the manufacturers other firms overlook.
Our Mission
Grey Squadron exists because small manufacturers deserve world-class cybersecurity without world-class budgets. The Defense Industrial Base is 73% small business — yet the firms built to serve them can be counted on one hand.
We're changing that. Founded by veterans who've seen the gap between compliance requirements and manufacturing realities, Grey Squadron bridges the divide. We translate 110 CMMC controls into plain English, build the systems to meet them, and stand beside you through the assessment.
Our goal isn't just to get you certified. It's to get you winning defense contracts.
Our Team
World-Class Advisory Bench
Deep domain expertise from the industries we serve.
Naval Operations
Former submarine and surface warfare officers with decades of Navy acquisition experience.
Nuclear Programs
Naval Reactors alumni who understand the highest levels of security and quality requirements.
Aerospace & Defense
Supply chain security experts from major defense primes with deep CMMC assessment experience.
Manufacturing
Operations leaders who've run production floors and understand the realities of shop-floor IT.
Why the Dragonfly
The dragonfly is one of nature's most effective predators — with 360° vision, unmatched agility, and precision that puts fighter jets to shame. It sees threats from every angle and moves with purpose.
That's cybersecurity done right. Complete visibility. Rapid response. Precision execution. The dragonfly represents everything Grey Squadron brings to your defense.
Our Values
How We Operate
Mission-Ready
Every engagement is treated like a mission. Clear objectives, defined timelines, measurable outcomes. We don't do "ongoing consulting" without a finish line.
Plain Language
If you can't explain it to a shop owner in one sentence, you don't understand it well enough. We translate complexity into clarity.
Full Coverage
We don't do partial solutions. All 110 controls. IT and security. Assessment through certification. If it touches CMMC, we handle it.
Manufacturer-First
Our platform, pricing, and process are built around manufacturers with 15-100 employees. You're not an afterthought — you're the mission.
Cyber-Ready Assessment
How Cyber-Ready Is Your Shop?
Answer 10 questions. Get your score. See what's standing between you and defense contracts.
Question 1 of 10
Does your company currently handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)?
Do you have a written System Security Plan (SSP)?
How do employees access your network and systems?
Do you have an incident response plan?
Are your systems regularly patched and updated?
Do you monitor your network for security threats?
How do you handle employee onboarding and offboarding for IT access?
Is your data backed up regularly?
Do your employees receive cybersecurity awareness training?
Have you worked with a CMMC consultant or C3PAO before?
Resources
Insights from Our Team
Published thought leadership from Pete Green — CISO, Staff Reporter at Cyber Defense Magazine, and co-author of The vCISO Playbook.
Featured Articles
In-depth analysis on CMMC, vCISO strategy, and the evolving defense cybersecurity landscape.
CMMC's Reality Check for the Defense Industrial Base
What contractors must do before enforcement hits. A comprehensive guide to the phased rollout, assessor bottlenecks, and a 90-day execution checklist.
Read on Cyber Defense Magazine →How vCISOs Can Enhance Cybersecurity Posture with Cyber Insurance
How virtual CISOs integrate cyber insurance into risk management strategy — lowering premiums, closing coverage gaps, and managing claims.
Read on Cyber Defense Magazine →Cyber Insurance Applications: How vCISOs Bridge the Gap for SMBs
From applications to renewals and claims, how vCISOs guide small businesses through the cyber insurance lifecycle.
Read on Cyber Defense Magazine →The First 10 Days of a vCISO's Journey with a New Client
A day-by-day playbook for the critical first two weeks of a vCISO engagement — from stakeholder alignment to strategic roadmap delivery.
Read on Cyber Defense Magazine →The 90-Day CISO Playbook
Critical actions for new security leaders. Built from three CISO transitions and dozens of advisory engagements.
Read on CISO Marketplace →Innovator Spotlight: Cyberseconomics
How economic-driven strategies are replacing fear-based cybersecurity decision-making for the C-Suite and board.
Read on Cyber Defense Magazine →Special Reports: Israel Cyber Delegation
On-the-ground reporting from a U.S. cyber delegation's journey through Israel's cybersecurity ecosystem.
Finding Signal in Tel Aviv
What the Israel Export Institute really does for security leaders — a firsthand account of signal over noise in the cybersecurity capital.
Read on Cyber Defense Magazine →Bonds Forged in Cyber and Resilience
A U.S. cyber delegation's journey through Israel — building alliances, sharing intelligence, and strengthening collective defense.
Read on Cyber Defense Magazine →Israel's Cybersecurity Machine
Inside the playbook powering Tel Aviv's exit factory — how Israel's unique ecosystem fuels cybersecurity innovation at scale.
Read on Cyber Defense Magazine →Innovator Spotlights
In-depth profiles of cybersecurity companies pushing the industry forward.
Book
The vCISO Playbook
How Virtual CISOs Deliver Enterprise-Grade Cybersecurity to Small and Medium Businesses
Co-authored by Pete Green and Yan Ross (Editor-in-Chief, Cyber Defense Magazine), this guide provides the definitive framework for how virtual CISOs serve the cybersecurity needs of small and midsize businesses.
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