Technical Foundation: Infrastructure Readiness for CMMC Level 2
For federal contractors, the transition from CMMC Level 1 to Level 2 is defined by a significant shift in technical requirements. While Level 1 is about basic cyber hygiene, Level 2 requires the rigorous protection of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), mandating 110 specific security controls under NIST SP 800-171.
At tiestech, our role in this journey is clear: we build the “engine” that allows you to meet these standards. One of the most critical “behind the scenes” hurdles for SMBs is the requirement for FIPS 140-2/3 validated cryptography. Many foundational networking solutions, while excellent for general business, lack the validated cryptographic modules required for Level 2 compliance.
We specialize in designing and servicing the resilient and high-performance networks required to support these advanced technical controls. By leveraging our partnerships with HPE and Juniper, we transition contractors from basic setups to enterprise-grade architectures—such as HPE Aruba Networking with FIPS-enabled controllers—that provide the necessary logging, auditing, and encryption.
tiestech is not a C3PAO auditing firm, nor do we focus on tenant-level software licensing. Instead, we are the architects who ensure your physical and logical network infrastructure is audit-ready. We leverage 40 years of expertise to ensure your technical foundation is built to the Department of Defense’s stringent demands, delivering “big company equipment” tailored for the mission-critical needs of the contractor.