Optiv and ClearShark Achieve CMMC Level 2 Certification for Cybersecurity

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Edward Zhou
Edward Zhou

CEO & Co-Founder

 
September 29, 2025
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Optiv + ClearShark Achieves CMMC Level 2 Certification

Optiv + ClearShark has successfully achieved Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 certification. This accomplishment validates the company's ability to protect sensitive government data and comply with the U.S. Department of Defense's stringent security standards for contractors.

Daniel Wilbricht, president of Optiv + ClearShark.

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The CMMC program mandates that contractors in the defense industrial base implement rigorous cybersecurity requirements to safeguard controlled unclassified information. Level 2 certification demonstrates that Optiv + ClearShark has effectively implemented NIST SP 800-171 controls, ensuring compliance with upcoming federal mandates and reinforcing trust with clients and vendors. For more details on the CMMC program, visit CMMC-AB.

Daniel Wilbricht, president of Optiv + ClearShark, stated, "We believe nothing should stand in the way of making our government more secure. Achieving CMMC 2.0 certification is more than a compliance milestone — it’s a demonstration of our deep commitment to protecting national security and helping agencies overcome their most complex cybersecurity challenges."

With this certification, Optiv + ClearShark provides partners with a trusted and compliant supply chain link for engaging with the federal government. As CMMC requirements move toward contractual enforcement, this achievement positions partners advantageously, especially as noncompliance penalties loom.

Michael Saintcross, senior vice president of revenue at Optiv + ClearShark, remarked, "Earning CMMC 2.0 certification is an achievement that reflects the discipline and rigor our teams bring to every engagement. As a trusted partner and supplier among the few CMMC 2.0 technology providers, this certification ensures we can deliver secure, compliant, and mission-ready solutions that empower our federal customers to move forward with confidence."

For ongoing news and updates from Optiv + ClearShark, visit optivclearshark.com/company/news.

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Optiv + ClearShark's CMMC Level 2 certification showcases its readiness in a landscape where many organizations are still navigating initial compliance stages. The combination of federal expertise, security clearances, and a solid vendor-engineering team distinguishes the company as a leading entity in cybersecurity.

This certification ensures that Optiv + ClearShark can effectively deliver secure and compliant solutions, reinforcing its position as a trusted partner for federal customers. For more about their services, see Optiv ClearShark Services.

Edward Zhou
Edward Zhou

CEO & Co-Founder

 

CEO & Co-Founder of Gopher Security, leading the development of Post-Quantum cybersecurity technologies and solutions.

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