Patton Achieves NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC Level 2 Compliance11.13.2025 NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC compliance assures stakeholders Patton is committed and equipped to manage sensitive government data securely and responsibly.
Patton... Let's Connect! GAITHERSBURG, MD: Patton—US contract engineering and manufacturing firm and OEM of secure communications technology—is pleased to announce compliance with NIST SP 800-171 and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2. Patton achieved a perfect score of 110 in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS). NIST 800-171 and CMMC are complementary standards that work together to secure the Pentagon’s supply chain. Achieving certified NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC compliance assures stakeholders Patton is committed to meticulous information-security processes and procedures when handling Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Evolving. By maintaining compliance with the ever-evolving body of security standards, Patton can successfully address technology requirements within the defense industry. “Patton is a trusted partner to its government and prime contract customers,” said Robert R. Patton (Bobby), Chief Operations Officer. CMMC compliance ensures an organization’s data systems, processes, and policies are designed to enforce and safeguard sensitive CUI based on the 110 security controls specified in the standard. “This achievement underscores Patton’s dedication to support US National Security initiatives,” Bobby said. The NIST CUI standard applies to contractors and subcontractors that store, process, or transmit CUI for the US Department of Defense (DoD). Comprehensive. The certification extends throughout the entire Patton organization, including telecom, networking, and cybersecurity businesses, as well the company’s Contract Engineering and Contract Manufacturing Division. Based in Maryland, Patton maintains stringent security and authorization, as required by the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP). Patton utilizes a secure enclave within an isolated IT environment and handles all CUI in compliance with the CMMC framework. Ongoing. Advancing beyond self-assessment, Patton expects to obtain CMMC Level 2 certification with Certified Third-Party Assessor Organization (C3PAO) by March 31, 2026. Reaching this level of certification enables Patton to participate in prioritized contracts involving high-risk CUI. Rigorous. Patton’s rigorous compliance effort prepares the organization for DoD Phase 2 rollout, which begins November 10, 2026 and will require third-party certification for applicable contracts. What This Compliance Means for Patton Customers and Partners:
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