Turkney Smaller Business DoD/Federal CUI Compliance Program

Turnkey Smaller Business DoD/Federal CUI Compliance Program

A standardized, pre-engineered enclave designed to achieve compliance for the fewest dollars, implemented and supported by experienced DoD pros.

Perfectly priced for smaller companies wherein only 1-50 staff need access to CUI.

A New Reality for All Government Contractors

This means you!

The U.S. federal government holds national security data, which needs to be protected from adversaries.
The Department of Defense (DoD) leads the protection of data through 800-171 and CMMC programs, now adopted by other federal agencies and allies.
Companies aiming to do business with the DoD, federal agencies, allies, or state governments must protect their IT infrastructure and data from attacks.

Correctly protecting your company’s data from attack is difficult and not free. Please, request a copy of our new cost analysis titled DoD-Federal Enclave Options & Price Estimates. Achieving compliance requires operational changes and financial investment. However, the DoD is the only customer in the world that has established a process for paying the expenses related to compliance (more info below).

Avoid legal troubles like False Claims Act charges and conflict with whistleblowers.

Compliance Enclave Options for Smaller Companies

Realistically, smaller companies have FIVE basic enclave options to comply with DoD CMMC or new federal CUI (controlled unclassified information) protection requirements:

Limited Function: This enclave is suitable for organizations with minimal CUI handling requirements and limited IT resources.
Outsourced VDI: This is a good enclave for companies looking to offload the management of their CUI environment to a third-party provider.
Locally Hosted Internally Managed VDI: This enclave gives organizations more control over their environment but requires internal expertise and resources.
GCCH Hosted Internally Managed VDI: This enclave leverages the security of government cloud infrastructure while maintaining internal management.
GCCH Hosted MSP Managed VDI: This enclave combines the security of government cloud with the expertise of a Managed Service Provider.

NOTE: Many companies start by setting up a secure enclave for a small portion of staff and IT, then gradually migrate the rest of their infrastructure. We can help you choose the best solution that will not only get you a certification, but one that you can also execute a contract within. After that, we implement and support any of the secure environments described above.

Unsure which option is right for you? Contact us for a free consultation!

Money, Money, Money

Understanding DoD CMMC/Federal Compliance Costs

What does the federal government say CUI protection should cost civilian contractors? Surprisingly, the feds say very little. Information about such costs is only found in two documents:

The 2023 CMMC 2.0 Impact and Cost Analysis: Assessment, Certification and Implementation which was released on December 26, 2023. This cost analysis assumed contractors were already in compliance with 800-171 and not committing contract fraud, and it focused on costs associated with achieving CMMC certification.
The Proposed FAR CUI Rule -2024-30437 which was released on January 15, 2025. This is the proposed Federal Acquisition Rule that states that all DoD, GSA, and NASA contracts must require CUI protection. The only way for contractors to do that is to follow the DoD CMMC program guidance. As part of this proposed rule, the federal government estimated the costs to non-DoD contractors to protect CUI via this route.

Ask for our newly released DoD/Federal Enclave Options & Prices Analysis

Our team started with the DoD/Federal information above, and then we used our previous experience, AI, and other resources to gather and analyze information related to costs for smaller companies to build an enclave solution that was compliant.

Things we learned from this exercise:

The government says that a company with 25-50 endpoints should expect to pay approximately $231,000 for the first year;
Various numbers and/or assumptions underlying the government numbers do not appear to be correct or realistic;
The government numbers do not address companies with 1, 5, or 10 endpoints;
There are five different enclave options that companies can consider;
The government numbers do not address expenses associated with upgrading enclaves as small companies grow;
The government numbers do not acknowledge the existence of new technology solutions like the Army NCode program.

We offer our analysis to interested, potential clients. Please contact us for more information.

NOTE: If any readers of our analysis dispute or disagree with any assumptions or numbers, please contact us and share your concerns. If valid, we’ll update the analysis and credit you. We want to create and share the best cost analysis possible to government contractors.

Elements of Our Turnkey Solutions

Our Turnkey Enclave Solutions are designed for seamless scalability, allowing businesses to expand their security infrastructure effortlessly. Whether you're a small contractor or a large enterprise, our FedRAMP-authorized and CMMC-compliant solutions grow with your needs, ensuring compliance and efficiency at every stage. Our Products, Coaching and Support help position your firm to compete and win.

Functionality

DoD CMMC/FedRAMP-approved enclave solutions (AI-powered technology available in some enclave options);
FedRAMP authorized GRC assessment and documentation system;
Scalable functionality to support business growth;
Integration capabilities across platforms;
CUI data flow restricted to the cloud for enhanced security.

Key Characteristics

Supported by experienced CyberAB Registered Practitioner (RP) professionals;
Scalable security solutions tailored to different business sizes;
Cloud-based solutions with no on-premises hardware or software required (in some enclave options).
Shared responsibility model for clear security accountability.

Security

FedRAMP authorized, encrypted email, file storage, and file sharing;
Data securely stored on AWS Gov or Microsoft GCCH clouds.
All VDI enclave solutions offer enhanced security compared to traditional environments;
Inherit the robust security of the service provider's environment.

Affordability

Cost-effective, secure, and fast solutions designed for smaller companies.
Quick implementation for rapid deployment;
Potential to increase company value and credibility with client.

Each of our products and services is designed to save you time, save you money, and accelerate your ability to compete for and win federal contracts.

Benefits of Using Our Turnkey Solutions

Demonstrate your company’s commitment to national security and data protection;
Immediately gain credibility and the confidence of your prime and contracting officer;
Achieve the greatest value and the fastest deployment for the least cost;
Utilize the fastest route to increasing your company’s competitive position within the federal marketplace;
Increase your company’s valuation as soon as the solution is implemented;
Gain the recognition of the DoD and/or other federal agencies as a quality contract partner to the federal contract ecosystem.

Navigating the Transition to a Secure Environment

Your business has achieved the level of success that it has by using certain hardware and software tools and solutions synched with various internal business and operational processes.

Unfortunately, much of your existing hardware, software and processes are not secure and do not meet federal standards. This transition requires a significant, one-time shift in technology and processes, which can be challenging for employees.

This approach typically requires the following CHANGES:

Upgraded or new hardware and configuration
Elimination or replacement of almost all cloud-based software (unless it is FedRAMP Authorized)
Elimination or replacement of other locally installed software which may have an insecure cloud back-end and or not be able to run in this enclave environment. It may be possible to integrate these products with extra hardware. For example, a SQL database (not included in this price). This may require a server plus additional software licenses.
Upgrading business processes and personnel training to accommodate life in a much more secure environment.

REPORT: Maybe government contracting is not right for your company. Our report is designed to help you decide. Go to the report now.

Have Questions About CMMC Compliance?

Understanding CMMC 2.0, NIST 800-171, and DFARS requirements can be challenging. We’ve compiled answers to the most common questions to help DoD contractors and subcontractors navigate compliance with confidence.

Visit Our CMMC FAQ Page