State Grants

Vermont Cybersecurity Grants for Defense Contractors and Small Business

April 7, 2026

Vermont NG Army/Air Guard

Burlington IMT Joint Forces

NSF Naval Support

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

Vermont's Defense Footprint

Vermont supports National Guard and joint force operations with a focus on cyber defense.

Defense Contractors in Vermont

Vermont contractors support National Guard cyber operations and joint force logistics.

  • Vermont National Guard: Army and Air National Guard operations. Cybersecurity and joint force training.

Vermont MEP and State Programs

VMEC supports small Vermont businesses with technology and cybersecurity readiness.

Vermont MEP Programs

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

  • VMEC: vmec.org
  • CISA Region 1: Boston field office serves Vermont.

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. Vermont 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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