BEMO CMMC Level 1 Compliance Services 

We get small defense contractors to CMMC Level 1 self-assessment readiness inside Microsoft 365 Commercial. BEMO handles all 15 controls, annual affirmation, and SPRS submission so your FCI stays protected and your DoD contracts stay safe. 

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Why Choose BEMO for CMMC Level 1 Compliance Services 

CMMC Level 1 looks simple on paper. CMMC Level 1 looks simple on paper. 15 basic safeguarding requirements pulled from FAR clause 52.204-21. Annual self-assessment. Annual affirmation. But "basic" still means documenting access controls, configuring system protection, and keeping evidence audit-ready year-round. 

As a Cyber AB Registered Practitioner Organization, BEMO manages your full CMMC Level 1 compliance program, so your team stays focused on contract delivery.

 
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  • Every Level 1 Control Handled for You: BEMO implements and actively maintains all 15 CMMC Level 1 controls.

  • Clear Starting Point Before Work Begins: A GAP assessment shows exactly where you stand and what needs to be fixed.

  • Microsoft 365 Configured the Right Way: Your existing Microsoft 365 Commercial tenant is hardened to CMMC Level 1 standards.

  • Self-Assessment Support From Start to Submission: BEMO prepares your annual self-assessment and handles SPRS score documentation.

  • Annual Affirmation Made Easier: BEMO prepares the evidence and documentation your senior official needs to affirm compliance.

  • A Dedicated Compliance Team in Your Corner: You get assigned experts who manage the program, track requirements, and keep your account moving.

For contractors handling Federal Contract Information without CUI exposure, BEMO's CMMC Level 1 compliance services help you prepare for CMMC Level 1 certification inside Microsoft 365 Commercial. No GCC or GCC High migration required.



 

What's Included in BEMO's CMMC Level 1 Compliance Services

As a CMMC compliance service provider, BEMO’s Managed CMMC Level 1 service covers every piece of the program: technical controls, policies, training, and annual assessment, so your team can focus on contract work instead of compliance operations. 

Self-Assessment Preparation

BEMO collects evidence across all 15 Level 1 controls, builds your assessment package, and walks your team through every question before submission.

SPRS Score Submission 

We calculate, document, and submit your Supplier Performance Risk System score so your DoD contract eligibility stays current.

Annual Affirmation Support

A senior official must affirm Level 1 compliance each year. BEMO prepares the documentation and supports the executive sign-off process.

Access Control Configuration

We configure Microsoft Entra ID and Microsoft 365 to enforce least-privilege access, account management, and authorized user verification across your FCI environment.

Identification & Authentication

BEMO deploys multi-factor authentication, password policies, and user identification standards mapped to CMMC Level 1 controls.

 

System & Information Integrity

We roll out Microsoft Defender for malicious code protection, system monitoring, and security alert response across endpoints handling FCI.

Security Awareness Training

KnowBe4 campaigns deliver and track FCI-handling training across your workforce, with audit-ready completion records.



 

Policy Management

BEMO maintains the foundational IT policies CMMC Level 1 requires, including access control, acceptable use, and incident response, in your GRC platform.

 

Microsoft 365 Configuration

We harden your existing Microsoft 365 Commercial tenant to meet all 15 Level 1 requirements without forcing a GCC migration.


Our Compliance & Technology Partners 

We've built partnerships with leading auditors and GRC platforms so your path from readiness to certification stays on track.
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How BEMO Implements CMMC Level 1 Compliance Services

CMMC 2.0 has three levels. Level 1 is the entry tier and covers basic cyber hygiene for contractors handling Federal Contract Information (FCI). If your DoD contract includes FAR clause 52.204-21 and you don't handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), Level 1 is what you need.

CMMC Level 1

15 requirements covering basic cybersecurity hygiene for Federal Contract Information (FCI). Annual self-assessment and annual affirmation by a senior official. BEMO completes workspace setup and all 15 controls inside Microsoft 365 Commercial during months 5-8 of your engagement, with ongoing management afterward.

CMMC Level 2

110 requirements aligned with NIST SP 800-171, required for contractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Third-party assessment every three years. If your contracts involve CUI or DFARS clause 252.204-7012, see our CMMC Compliance Services page for full Level 2 coverage.

CMMC Level 3

Please note: BEMO currently supports CMMC Level 1 and Level 2 compliance services. We do not offer CMMC Level 3 services at this time.

110 NIST SP 800-171 requirements plus 24 enhanced requirements from NIST SP 800-172. Government-led assessment every three years. Required for the most sensitive DoD programs.

 

Not sure if Level 1 covers your contract requirements? Contact us and we'll review your contract clauses and recommend the right level.

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The 15 CMMC Level 1 Requirements: What BEMO Implements

CMMC Level 1 covers six control domains drawn from FAR clause 52.204-21.
Here's how BEMO's CMMC Level 1 compliance service provider model maps to each domain.

What It Requires

BEMO's Implementation
Control Domain
Access Control (AC)
Limit system access to authorized users, processes, and devices
Microsoft Entra ID with Conditional Access policies and account management workflows
Identification & Authentication (IA)
Identify and authenticate users and devices before granting access
Multi-factor authentication via Microsoft Authenticator and password policies in Entra ID
Media Protection (MP)
Sanitize or destroy FCI on media before disposal or reuse
Documented media disposal procedures and Microsoft Intune remote wipe capabilities
Physical Protection (PP)
Limit physical access to systems and FCI to authorized individuals
Limit physical access to systems and FCI to authorized individuals
System & Communications Protection (SC)
Monitor and control communications at external boundaries
Monitor and control communications at external boundaries
System & Information Integrity (SI)
Identify and correct system flaws; protect against malicious code
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, automated patching, and SOC monitoring


These 15 controls form the CMMC Level 1 compliance checklist every contractor must complete before submitting their annual self-assessment. For more information about how BEMO gets you compliant, see our full Compliance Brief. 

Compliance Services & Continuous Compliance Monitoring With BEMO

 

Achieve Framework Assessment and Certification with the help of a BEMO Compliance Engineer

A BEMO Engineer will follow processes to attain your compliance certification. We take care of the challenging parts like setting up the security, developing company-specific policies, and handling the 3rd party audit process from start to finish.  

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Ongoing Monitoring & Maintenance 

Once we have achieved your compliance certification, BEMO monitors your security and takes care of any maintenance needed down the road. Whether there are changes to the compliance framework, an annual audit is needed, or any unprecedented challenges appear, you can rest easy knowing the BEMO Compliance Team is well equipped to handle it all. 

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All Migrations Are Free for Managed Compliance Customers

Any existing data, emails, or documents that you need to migrate to Microsoft 365 will be completely free of charge.

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Plans and Pricing

Everything you need to achieve, and maintain, CMMC Level 1 compliance.

BEMO simplifies Level 1 with managed implementation, automated evidence collection, and annual self-assessment support. Pricing is headcount-based, and a GAP assessment defines your exact scope before any work begins.

A single in-house compliance hire in the US costs $173K annually before benefits, tools, or the six months it takes to recruit and onboard. Multiply this by at least 3 or 4 staff members you will need to work on the project, plus the internal auditor ($7000) and external auditor ($58000) fees.

Working with a CMMC Level 1 compliance service provider like BEMO gives you the same outcome at a fraction of the cost, with implementation, evidence collection, and annual self-assessment support handled for you.

What’s Included:

  • Managed Compliance Services: BEMO runs your CMMC Level 1 program end to end, from implementation through ongoing maintenance.

  • Automated Evidence Collection: Compliance evidence is collected, organized, and kept ready for annual self-assessment.

  • Microsoft 365 Configuration: Your Microsoft 365 Commercial tenant is hardened to support all 15 CMMC Level 1 controls.

  • Security Testing Where Applicable: BEMO includes penetration testing when it fits your environment, contract needs, or compliance scope.

  • Free Microsoft 365 Migration Support: BEMO helps move your team into Microsoft 365 when needed, so your compliance foundation is built in the right environment.

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