Cybersecurity & CMMC Compliance: What Business Owners Need to Know

In this episode of The Corporate Briefing Room, host Bill Rountree sits down with attorney Julie Bracker from Atlanta, Georgia, to break down the cybersecurity compliance landscape facing businesses that work with the federal government. Julie explains CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) in plain terms — what it is, who it applies to, and why even small subcontractors can't afford to ignore it. They cover what Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) actually looks like in practice, and where the enforcement timeline stands in 2026. Julie also walks through common compliance mistakes, what a realistic roadmap looks like for companies starting from scratch, and the legal consequences — including potential False Claims Act exposure — for those who misrepresent their status. Whether you're a defense prime or a small shop with a DoD subcontract, this episode lays out what you need to know and what to do next.Contact Julie: https://www.fcacounsel.com/our-team/julie-k-bracker/