CMMC Final Rule Explained: Deadlines, Requirements, and Next Steps for Defense Contractors

Submit any questions you would like answered on the podcast!The wait is over: the Department of Defense has finalized the CMMC rule, officially making it part of DFARS. That means compliance isn’t “coming soon”, it’s now in your contracts.In this episode of the CMMC Compliance Guide Podcast, Austin and Brooke from Justice IT Consulting break down what the final rule means for DoD contractors and subcontractors, the key deadlines you need to know, and the exact steps to prepare for Level 2 certification before requirements hit contracts in November 2026.What you’ll learn in this episode:- The new CMMC final rule and when it goes into effect- How the 4-phase rollout impacts primes and subcontractors- What’s different about this update (and why it’s not another delay)- Key requirements: SPRS score, POAM limits, affirming officials, and more- How to prepare your subcontractors with questionnaires and attestations- Why you need to start engaging with C3PAOs now before schedules fill upIf you’re a DoD contractor, aerospace manufacturer, or subcontractor, this is the update you can’t afford to ignore.