• CMMC 2.0 LEVEL 2 IN PROGRESS
CYBERSECURITY MATURITY MODEL CERTIFICATION
Protecting The Sensitive Data Behind Defense Chemical Supply
Ecolink is advancing through CMMC 2.0 Level 2 certification, the U.S. Department of Defense framework that verifies chemical supply manufacturers safeguard proprietary formulations, safety data, and Controlled Unclassified Information across the entire supply chain.
CERTIFICATION STATUS
-171 controls
Scope & Boundary Definition
Assessment boundary documented
NIST SP 800-171 Gap Analysis
Active phase, final review underway
Controls Implementation & SSP
Upcoming remediation phase
C3PAO Third-Party Assessment
Scheduled certified assessor review
Certification Issued & SPRS Listed
Final award and DoD registry
Built To Protect Federal Information In The Supply Chain
CMMC 2.0 Level 2 defines specific categories of information and how they must be safeguarded. Suppliers are formally notified when they receive Controlled Unclassified Information, and the framework sets out exactly how that information must be handled from that point forward.
Federal Contract Information
Information provided by or generated for the federal government under contract. This is the baseline category most DoD suppliers handle as part of routine procurement and fulfillment.
Controlled Unclassified Information
Sensitive information requiring safeguarding under federal regulation. Suppliers are formally notified when information is designated CUI, with specific marking and handling requirements that follow.
Supplier Systems & Networks
The IT and operational technology environments that receive, store, process, or transmit federal information across the supplier organization, including the security controls around them.
People, Roles & Procedures
The personnel security, awareness training, and procedural controls that surround federal information handling, from employee onboarding through access changes and offboarding.
Three Levels. We’re Pursuing Level 2.
CMMC 2.0 streamlined the original framework into three tiers based on the sensitivity of information handled. Chemical supply manufacturers serving the DoD typically require Level 2, the Advanced tier covering Controlled Unclassified Information.
110 Controls. 14 Domains. Third-Party Verified.
Level 2 is built directly on NIST SP 800-171 and is the appropriate tier for organizations that handle CUI on behalf of the DoD. Unlike Level 1, certification requires assessment by a Certified Third-Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO).
110
SECURITY CONTROLS
14
CMMC DOMAINS
3yr
CERTIFICATION CYCLE
Basic safeguarding of Federal Contract Information for contractors not handling CUI.
Aligned with NIST SP 800-171. Required for any contractor handling CUI, which includes most defense chemical suppliers.
Enhanced controls based on NIST SP 800-172 for the most sensitive programs and highest-risk targets.
The 14 Domains Of CMMC Level 2
Every control we are implementing belongs to one of these 14 domains, the structural foundation of CMMC 2.0 and the basis of our assessment.
Access Control
Personnel Security
Physical Protection
Awareness & Training
Incident Response
Risk Assessment
Audit & Accountability
Maintenance
Security Assessment
Configuration Management
Media Protection
System & Comms Protection
System & Information Integrity
Identification & Authentication
Our Certification Journey
The Road To CMMC Level 2
A structured, multi-phase process led by experienced cybersecurity advisors, with documented progress at every stage.
Scoping & Boundary Definition
Identified every system, process, and team that touches FCI and CUI across our operations and defined the CMMC assessment boundary.
NIST SP 800-171 Gap Analysis
Mapping current controls against all 110 requirements, scoring each one, and prioritizing the remediation work to come. Final review underway.
Controls Remediation & SSP
Implementing technical, administrative, and physical safeguards across the 14 domains, and finalizing the System Security Plan with full documentation.
C3PAO Assessment & Certification
Formal evaluation by a Certified Third-Party Assessment Organization, certification issuance, and registration in the SPRS database.
WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOUR OPERATION
Contract Continuity
As CMMC clauses appear in new and renewed DoD contracts, you keep working with Ecolink without disruption to fulfillment, MIL-PRF supply, or NSN-coded products.
Vendor Risk Documentation
When your prime customers ask about supplier cybersecurity posture, Ecolink will be documented, defensible, and ready to support your own third-party risk reviews.
Defined Incident Response
If a security event ever affects your data, you receive clear, timely notification under a documented incident response process with audit trails to support investigation.
Same Trusted Ecolink
The same MILPRF and CAGE-coded products, the same environmental stewardship. Now backed by a verified cybersecurity framework.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions From Our Customers
When does Ecolink expect to be fully CMMC Level 2 certified?
We are progressing on a multi-phase timeline aligned with DoD customer needs and the official CMMC rollout schedule. Specific assessment dates depend on C3PAO availability across the industry. We will publicly post the certification milestone once it is issued, and we are happy to share detailed status with active customers under NDA.
Can we keep placing orders with Ecolink during the certification process?
Absolutely. Certification work is happening in parallel with normal business operations. All product lines, fulfillment timelines, MIL-PRF specification compliance, and CAGE-coded transactions continue without interruption. Many of the controls we are formalizing have been in place operationally for years. We are now documenting and verifying them to the CMMC standard.
Why is CMMC Level 2 the right target for a chemical supplier?
Chemical supply manufacturers in the Defense Industrial Base typically handle Controlled Unclassified Information, including proprietary formulations, technical drawings, MIL-spec test data, and detailed safety procedures. Level 1 covers only Federal Contract Information, which is insufficient for our role. Level 2 (Advanced) is aligned with NIST SP 800-171 and covers the 110 controls appropriate for protecting CUI across chemical manufacturing operations.
How does CMMC affect our existing supplier compliance documentation?
Once certified, Ecolink will be listed in the Cyber AB Marketplace and the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS), making it straightforward to confirm our status during your vendor reviews. In the interim, we can provide a written statement of certification progress, our current NIST SP 800-171 self-assessment posture, and excerpts of relevant policies for your audit files.
Who do we contact with specific compliance or security questions?
For procurement, security questionnaires, supplier assessments, or letters of intent regarding CMMC, reach our team at info@ecolink.com or call 800-563-1305. We will route your inquiry to the appropriate compliance contact, with NDA support available where needed.
Need Our CMMC Status For Your Audit File?
Whether you need a supplier statement, a completed security questionnaire, an NDA briefing on our certification timeline, or documentation for your prime contractor, our team is ready.
Phone
800-563-1305
info@ecolink.com
CAGE CODE
OWU71
HEADQUARTERS
Tucker, GA