CMMC · MSPs & IT Providers
CMMC for MSPs & IT Providers
MSPs supporting defense clients are in-scope for CMMC — most don't know it.
Why this matters
If your MSP touches a client's CUI, you inherit their CMMC scope.
Flow-down clauses make the MSP a subcontractor for compliance purposes.
MSPs positioned as CMMC-ready capture a premium defense-vertical margin.
Typical timeline
9–15 months for an MSP building CMMC-ready service tiers.
Typical cost
$60k–$180k depending on client base and enclave decisions.
What bites hardest in MSPs & IT Providers
Frequently asked
Is an MSP considered an ESP under CMMC?
Yes if you touch CUI on behalf of an OSC (Organization Seeking Certification). Your controls are assessed as part of your client's boundary.
Can I offer CMMC-in-a-Box as an MSP service?
Yes, and it's one of the highest-margin managed services right now. Scarlet Risk's white-label reports plug into this offering directly.
Do I need CMMC Level 2?
If you touch CUI (Controlled Unclassified Information), yes. Level 1 covers FCI only. If your contracts reference DFARS 252.204-7012, you're almost certainly Level 2.
When does CMMC take effect?
The final rule is phased in through late 2026. New DoD contracts progressively require CMMC certification, and primes are already flowing it down.
How does the MSP partner program work?
You get discounted access, white-label reports, and revenue share on client subscriptions. Details at /partners.
Can I resell one-time reports?
Yes. Vendor Risk ($79), Compliance Predictor ($79), and Board-Ready ($100) reports can be resold under your brand.
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Framework
CMMC 2.0 (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification)
The DoD's cybersecurity gate. Miss the deadline, lose the contract.
Industry
MSPs & IT Providers
Your clients are asking for compliance. Sell it, don't refer it out.