State Grants

Montana Cybersecurity Grants for Defense Contractors and Small Business

April 7, 2026

Malmstrom AFB ICBMs

Montana NG National Guard

Billets Naval Support

Explore defense contracting opportunities, state programs, MEP centers, and CMMC compliance resources for Montana.

Montana's Strategic Defense Position

Montana hosts critical ICBM operations and serves as a key Air Force training corridor.

Defense Contractors in Montana

Montana contractors support Malmstrom AFB ICBM operations and National Guard cybersecurity needs.

  • Malmstrom AFB: Home to the 341st Missile Wing and the Minuteman III ICBM force. Cybersecurity for weapons systems is paramount.

Montana MEP and State Programs

MMEC supports small Montana manufacturers with technology and cybersecurity readiness.

Montana MEP Programs

MMEC helps small businesses prepare for NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC requirements.

CMMC Compliance: What Defense Contractors Need to Know

CMMC Level 2 requires 110 NIST SP 800-171 controls. Apply for an in-kind CGA grant.

CMMC Phase 2 Update

DoD suspended the CMMC Phase 2 third-party (C3PAO) certification requirement on July 13, 2026, pending a program review: there is no confirmed enforcement date at this time. Phase 1 self-assessment against all 110 NIST SP 800-171 controls remains mandatory now.

  • NIST SP 800-171: 110 controls.

CGA National CMMC Gap Assessment Grant

100 in-kind grants. Sponsored by Capital Cyber Compliance.

Who Is Eligible?

Defense contractors and manufacturers who handle CUI. Montana small businesses encouraged to apply.

How to Get Started

Taking the first step toward CMMC compliance starts with understanding where your organization stands.

  • Step 1: Complete the CGA Grant Application at cybergrantsalliance.org/cmmc-gap-assessment-grant. Applications take under 10 minutes.
  • Step 2: If approved, you will be connected with an independent certified assessor who will conduct your gap assessment within 2 to 4 weeks.
  • Step 3: Review your prioritized gap list and decide what to fix first. Remediation and implementation help is available separately from Capital Cyber Compliance.
  • Step 4: Once remediation is complete, schedule your official CMMC certification assessment with an accredited C3PAO.

Ready to Start Your CMMC Journey?

Apply for the CGA National CMMC Gap Assessment Grant. 100 in-kind grants.

Apply for the Grant

This post is for informational purposes only. Cyber Grants Alliance is a nonprofit providing grant access. Capital Cyber Compliance provides in-kind grants and professional assessment services.

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