GDH Has Earned CMMC Level 2 Certification
As of November 2025, GDH Consulting has achieved CMMC Level 2 Certification, confirming its compliance with the Department of Defense’s (DoD) cybersecurity standards. This positions GDH as a trusted partner for federal projects that contain cybersecurity requirements and the protection of controlled unclassified information (CUI).
Key Takeaways
- GDH meets CMMC Level 2 cybersecurity standards. This ensures compliance with DoD requirements for handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
- Federal partners gain a compliant staffing resource. Government contractors can engage GDH for contracts that contain cybersecurity requirements including FAR 52.204-21, DFAR 252.204-7012, and DFAR 252.204-7021.
- Third-party assessments begin in 2026. GDH’s proactive certification provides clients with a trusted staffing partner that has proven compliance capabilities.
- CMMC compliance is entering RFPs now. Early certification by GDH ensures that clients have a partner that can meet their staffing needs.
- Only a few staffing firms are certified. GDH stands out in a short list of workforce providers cleared to support secure government operations.
- Your compliance risk is reduced. Partnering with a certified firm helps ensure your supply chain meets federal security mandates.
GDH Earns CMMC Level 2 Certification
As of November 2025, GDH has achieved Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 Certification.
If your team works on federal contracts (or plans to), you already know how important cybersecurity compliance has become. With CMMC requirements appearing in new RFPs, contractors must now prove they can protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) across their networks and vendors.
That includes staffing firms.
By achieving CMMC Level 2 Certification, GDH confirms that its internal systems and processes meet the required cybersecurity standards to support federal agencies and prime contractors.
Here’s why that matters:
- GDH can support contracts that contain cybersecurity requirements including the protection of CUI.
- Your supply chain risk is reduced when vendors like GDH meet DoD standards.
- You can bid on more contracts knowing your staffing partner is certified.
What the Certification Covers and Why It’s a Big Deal
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a framework from the U.S. Department of Defense. It verifies that organizations handling federal contract data are safeguarding sensitive information appropriately.
Level 2 certification is especially critical. It’s required for organizations that process or store Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
Unlike Level 1, which focuses on basic hygiene, Level 2 covers 110 security controls aligned with NIST SP 800-171, including:
- Access control
- Incident response
- Configuration management
- Risk assessment
- System and communications protection
GDH completed this certification through a formal self-assessment, which is the current requirement under Phase 1 of the DoD’s rollout.
What It Means for Federal Contractors and Prime Vendors
If you’re already working on federal contracts or trying to win them, you’ve likely seen CMMC requirements starting to appear in RFPs. These requirements aren’t optional anymore. They’re becoming a baseline for eligibility.
With CMMC Level 2 Certification, GDH gives you a compliant staffing partner who:
- Meets current cybersecurity standards required by the Department of Defense.
- Supports roles involving CUI without increasing your audit or compliance risk.
- Strengthens your bids by removing a common supply chain compliance gap.
- Keeps you ahead of enforcement deadlines, including third-party certification starting in 2026.
This isn’t just a technical milestone for us. It’s a competitive advantage for you.
Your cybersecurity is only as strong as your vendors’. That’s why CMMC compliance extends beyond your organization and into your supply chain.
Here’s how GDH’s certification impacts your operations:
- You can hire IT professionals through a certified firm. GDH’s internal compliance ensures that we are knowledgeable of the cyber requirements set forth by DoD and that we are equipped to securely process CUI.
- Your bids are stronger. Federal contracts increasingly require that all participants, including staffing partners, are CMMC compliant.
- You reduce risk and audit exposure. Using certified partners simplifies your own audit preparation and limits noncompliance gaps.
How GDH Supports Secure Federal IT Projects
GDH is more than a staffing firm. We’re a strategic workforce partner for secure, large-scale government and public sector programs. Our CMMC Level 2 Certification adds to a long list of government project capabilities, including:
- Candidate pipelines with resources experienced in the federal space.
- Understanding of federal onboarding requirements
- Compliance with NIST and DFARS regulations
- Proven performance in defense and civilian agencies
CMMC Level 2 certification: a technical milestone for us and a compliance asset for your business.
Ready to secure your next federal project with a certified staffing partner?
Connect with GDH to access cleared IT professionals, reduce compliance risk, and stay ahead of CMMC requirements.
Contact us today to learn how we can support your mission.
