**Akron, OH — July 15, 2025** — 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)**.

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.

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**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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Kimmell Cybersecurity  
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