CMMC Phase 2 Suspended (2026): What Defense Contractors Must Know

*CMMC Phase 2 Suspended in 2026 — What does this mean for defense contractors, subcontractors, and businesses working with the Department of Defense?* On July 13, 2026, the Department announced the suspension of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Phase II requirements, originally scheduled to take effect on November 10, 2026. However, the suspension does not mean that all cybersecurity compliance obligations have disappeared. Phase I self-assessment requirements remain in effect, and defense contractors must continue meeting applicable contractual cybersecurity requirements. In this ViewPoint Cybersecurity Academy training, we break down the latest CMMC developments and explain what defense contractors should know about CMMC compliance, NIST SP 800-171, Federal Contract Information (FCI), and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). What You'll Learn ✅ What CMMC is and why it matters to defense contractors ✅ What changed with the July 2026 CMMC Phase II suspension ✅ Which cybersecurity requirements remain applicable ✅ How CMMC changes affect prime contractors and subcontractors ✅ The differences between FCI and CUI ✅ How to identify cybersecurity gaps through readiness assessments ✅ Five practical steps to strengthen CMMC readiness About ViewPoint Consulting LLC ViewPoint Consulting LLC provides cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance consulting services to organizations preparing for federal cybersecurity requirements. Our services include: • CMMC readiness assessments and gap analysis • NIST SP 800-171 compliance support • FedRAMP readiness consulting • Security policy and procedure development • System Security Plan (SSP) documentation • Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M) support • Security control reviews and assessment preparation *Need help preparing your organization for CMMC?* Visit https://www.viewpointit.com to explore our cybersecurity consulting services and request a consultation. Official CMMC Resources Department announcement — July 13, 2026: https://business.defense.gov/Engage/N... Official CMMC information: https://business.defense.gov/cmmc/ About This Channel ViewPoint Cybersecurity Academy delivers practical cybersecurity training covering CMMC, FedRAMP, NIST security frameworks, risk assessments, security controls, and federal cybersecurity compliance. Subscribe for future cybersecurity training, compliance updates, and practical guidance for defense contractors. *Disclaimer:* This video is provided for general educational purposes and does not constitute legal advice or an official CMMC certification assessment. Requirements depend on applicable contracts, regulations, and current government guidance. Always verify the latest requirements with official sources. #CMMC #CMMC2026 #DefenseContractors