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Kimmell Cybersecurity Achieves CMMC Level 2 Certification for MSP and MSSP Services, Strengthening Cybersecurity for DoD Contractors

Kimmell Cybersecurity Achieves CMMC Level 2 Certification for MSP and MSSP Services, Strengthening Cybersecurity for DoD Contractors

Business Wire16-07-2025
AKRON, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kimmell Cybersecurity, a CMMC Certified Third-Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO), is proud to announce it has successfully achieved CMMC Level 2 certification for its Managed Service Provider (MSP) and Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) offerings. This accomplishment makes Kimmell Cybersecurity one of the few C3PAOs to both assess and provide services at CMMC Level 2—providing a fully compliant service environment for contractors in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB).
Kimmell Cybersecurity - MSP / MSSP meets DOD's stringent CMMC security requirements achieving CMMC Level 2 certification.
This certification is especially significant for Department of Defense (DoD) contractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), as it ensures Kimmell Cybersecurity's managed services meet the same rigorous standards required of their clients under the NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2 framework.
'For DoD contractors navigating the complexities of CMMC compliance, this certification proves that our team practices exactly what we assess,' said Brett Kimmell, Managing Member at Kimmell Cybersecurity. 'We understand contractor's unique challenges and offer managed services that are not only compliant but tested to the highest federal standards.'
The independent third-party assessment verified that Kimmell Cybersecurity has implemented and maintains all security practices required for CMMC Level 2 certification—strengthening the company's position as a trusted cybersecurity partner for contractors building the future of U.S. defense.
With this milestone, DoD contractors and subcontractors can rely on Kimmell Cybersecurity for expert CMMC assessments, consulting, and Level 2-certified managed services that directly support compliance readiness.
To learn more email cmmc@kimmell.com or contact Erik Bennett 330-762-5143 or ebennett@kimmell.com.
About Kimmell Cybersecurity
Kimmell Cybersecurity is a leading CMMC C3PAO, delivering certified cybersecurity assessments, advisory, and fully managed services tailored to DoD manufacturers and contractors. With deep experience in defense compliance, Kimmell helps organizations secure their systems, safeguard CUI, and achieve CMMC certification with confidence.
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