Monarch Information Security Consulting

Monarch Information Security Consulting

Speciality: Network Security Assessments

Portland, United States 16 employees
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[01] About

IT services and cybersecurity consulting firm specializing in penetration testing, risk assessments, incident response, disaster recovery, and training; 9 employees with 77.8% YoY growth; founded 2014; headquartered in Portland, Maine; provides penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to defense and other industries.

Since 2014, Monarch ISC has helped mission-focused organizations build effective, sustainable cybersecurity programs. As a CMMC Third-Party Assessor Organization (C3PAO), we bring deep expertise in navigating complex compliance frameworks—enabling clients to go beyond checkbox requirements and build lasting resilience. Our team of seasoned professionals, each with over 20 years of hands-on experience, works alongside clients operating in highly regulated, security-conscious environments. We embed seamlessly into your team, helping you anticipate evolving threats, align with current standards, and strengthen your overall cybersecurity posture. Whether preparing for a formal assessment or building toward long-term readiness, we help ensure you're both secure and compliant - without losing momentum.
[02] Services
Monarch Information Security Consulting Offers Comprehensive Cybersecurity Services Including CMMC Certification Assessments
Risk Management
Policy Development
Incident Response
Disaster Recovery
Penetration Testing
Training
Supply Chain Risk Management.
[03] Certifications
CMMC

Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)


Origin


The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) was created by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) in 2020 in response to increasing cybersecurity threats targeting the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). The framework was developed to ensure that defense contractors and subcontractors adequately protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Federal Contract Information (FCI) in their systems. The DoD recognized that existing self-attestation methods were insufficient to safeguard sensitive defense-related data from sophisticated cyber attacks, particularly from nation-state adversaries, prompting the need for a more rigorous, third-party verification system.


Industry Value and Importance


CMMC certification has become essential for companies seeking to do business with the Department of Defense, as it is now a contractual requirement for defense contractors. The certification demonstrates that an organization has implemented appropriate cybersecurity practices and processes to protect sensitive government information, making it a competitive differentiator in the defense contracting marketplace. Beyond compliance, CMMC helps organizations improve their overall cybersecurity posture, reduce breach risks, and build trust with government clients and partners. The tiered certification structure allows companies to align their security investments with the sensitivity of the information they handle, making it both practical and scalable across the diverse defense supply chain.