Let's be honest: most defense contractors spend 12 to 18 months trying to get CMMC compliant. They hire consultants, buy software, configure systems, train staff, and still end up with gaps that delay their certification. Meanwhile, contracts are slipping away because they can't prove compliance.
What if you could go from zero to a perfect 110 SPRS score in just 4 weeks?
That's not hype. That's exactly what CPE Level 2 delivers. We've engineered a turnkey solution that covers 100% of CMMC 2.0 Level 2 requirements and gets you audit-ready in a month: not a year.
Why Traditional CMMC Implementation Takes So Long
Most contractors get stuck in what I call "compliance purgatory." Here's what typically happens:
Month 1-3: Hire a consultant to assess your gaps. Wait for the report. Argue about what needs to be done.
Month 4-6: Start shopping for security tools. Try to figure out which ones actually meet NIST 800-171 requirements. Get quotes that make your CFO cry.
Month 7-12: Implement solutions piecemeal. Realize they don't talk to each other. Hire more consultants to make them work together.
Month 13-18: Train your team. Document everything. Cross your fingers that you didn't miss something critical.
The result? Massive time investment, fragmented solutions, and no guarantee you'll pass an assessment.
The CPE Level 2 Difference: 4 Weeks to Full Compliance
CPE Level 2 flips that entire timeline on its head. We've pre-built everything you need into a single, unified system. No shopping around. No integration headaches. No wondering if you've covered all 110 controls.
Week 1: Client Onboarding & CMMC Training
We start by getting your team up to speed. Everyone who touches CUI gets comprehensive CMMC training. We explain what Controlled Unclassified Information is, why it matters, and what your obligations are under DFARS 252.204-7012 and CMMC 2.0.
This isn't death-by-PowerPoint. It's practical training that helps your people understand exactly what they need to do differently starting on Day 1.
Week 2: Operational Security Rollout
This is where we implement the 900+ CPE-specific cybersecurity features that make the system work. We're talking about:
- Zero-trust architecture powered by Yoo-Jin AI
- Network segmentation that isolates CUI from everything else
- Multi-factor authentication across all access points
- Encryption at rest and in transit using FIPS 140-2 validated cryptography
- Continuous monitoring with global dynamic threat blacklisting
- Automated security patching to keep your systems current
All of this happens behind the scenes. Your team keeps working. We handle the technical heavy lifting.
Week 3: CPE Server Installation & Configuration
We deploy the physical CPE Level 2 server at your location. This isn't a cloud solution: it's on-premise hardware designed specifically for defense contractors who need to maintain operational capability even during nation-state cyberattacks.
The server comes pre-configured with everything you need:
- Secure file storage for CUI
- Email encryption
- Virtual desktop infrastructure
- Backup and disaster recovery
- SIEM (Security Information and Event Management)
- vCISO services
Week 4: Verification & SPRS Score Submission
Final week is all about verification. We validate that every single one of the 110 NIST 800-171 controls is properly implemented. We document everything. We prepare your System Security Plan (SSP). We help you submit your SPRS score to the DoD.
The result? A verified SPRS score of 110. Perfect compliance. Audit-ready. Contract-eligible.
What Makes CPE Level 2 Version 4.0 Different?
The latest version of CPE Level 2 includes Yoo-Jin AI integration, which launched February 1, 2026. This isn't just an incremental upgrade: it's a fundamental advancement in how we approach cybersecurity for defense contractors.
Yoo-Jin AI: The Brain Behind the Operation
Yoo-Jin AI provides:
Global Dynamic Threat Blacklisting: Real-time updates on emerging threats from around the world. When a new attack vector is identified anywhere on the planet, your system automatically adapts its defenses.
Continuous CMMC Technical Compliance Monitoring: The AI doesn't just implement controls: it monitors them 24/7/365. If something drifts out of compliance (a patch fails, a configuration changes, etc.), Yoo-Jin flags it immediately.
Over 1,500 Use Cases: The AI has been trained on more than 1,500 specific scenarios that defense contractors face. It knows how to handle everything from insider threats to advanced persistent threats from nation-state actors.
AI-Obfuscated Data: An additional layer of protection that makes it exponentially harder for attackers to extract useful information even if they somehow penetrate the outer defenses.
Zero-Trust Methodology
"Never trust, always verify" isn't just a slogan: it's how the entire system operates. Every user, every device, every access request is authenticated and authorized before anything happens. No exceptions.
This is especially critical for defense contractors because you're not just protecting against random hackers. You're defending against sophisticated adversaries with nation-state resources. The old "castle and moat" approach doesn't cut it anymore.
The Economics: $1,299/Month vs. $130,000+ Traditional Approach
Let's talk money. The traditional approach to CMMC compliance costs between $11,800 and $130,150 in the first year alone. That includes:
- Hardware: $3,000 – $15,000
- Software licenses: $2,400 – $12,000 annually
- Managed services: $6,000 – $96,000 annually
- Consulting fees: $400 – $7,150
CPE Level 2? $1,299 per month. No up-front cost. Includes expedited deployment.
That's everything:
- Hardware (yours to keep)
- Software licenses
- MSP/MSSP services
- Security patching
- Backup and disaster recovery
- Network segmentation
- vCISO services
- Audit support
For up to 20 users. And because there's no up-front cost, you're not betting the farm on a solution that might not work. You're getting proven compliance from Day 1.
What About POA&Ms?
Here's something most compliance providers won't tell you: With CPE Level 2, you don't need Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms).
Why? Because you're starting with 100% compliance. POA&Ms exist to document your plan for fixing gaps. If there are no gaps, there's nothing to document.
This is huge. POA&Ms create ongoing compliance debt. You're constantly chasing your tail trying to close gaps while new vulnerabilities emerge. With CPE Level 2, you start at the finish line.
Real-World Resilience: What Happens When Everything Goes Wrong?
Let's say there's a massive cyberattack that takes down major cloud providers. Your CPE Level 2 system keeps running. It's on-premise. It's hardened. It's designed to maintain operational capability during exactly these kinds of scenarios.
Or let's say there's a regional power outage. Optional EMP hardening means your system can survive even extreme electromagnetic events. This isn't paranoia: it's wartime readiness.
Defense contractors aren't just businesses. You're part of the industrial base that keeps our military effective. When things go sideways, the DoD needs you operational, not offline waiting for AWS to come back up.
Getting Started: What You Need to Know
Step 1: Contact Planet Security at CMMC@PLANETSECURITY.NET or call 702-508-2338.
Step 2: We'll schedule a brief consultation to understand your specific situation: how many users, what kind of CUI you handle, your current infrastructure.
Step 3: Sign the agreement and we begin Week 1 immediately.
Step 4: Four weeks later, you're fully compliant with a 110 SPRS score.
It really is that straightforward. No hidden fees. No surprise requirements. No compliance debt.
The Bottom Line
Most contractors waste a year and a half trying to piece together CMMC compliance. They spend six figures on consultants and solutions that don't quite work together. They submit SPRS scores with gaps and hope nobody notices.
CPE Level 2 gives you 100% compliance in 4 weeks for $1,299/month. It's not magic: it's engineering. We've built exactly what defense contractors need and nothing they don't.
Your competitors are still stuck in month 8 of their compliance journey. You could be submitting bids with a perfect SPRS score by next month.
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