CMMC Level 2 Certification Strengthens Federal Data Protection

Leesburg, VA – November 3, 2025 – The Building People announced today that it has achieved Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 certification after an independent third-party assessment. This certification confirms that The Building People has the controls in place to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and is prepared for Department of Defense solicitations that include CMMC requirements.

“CMMC Level 2 is about trust,” said Lawrence Melton, CEO of The Building People. “Our clients ask us to support complex, mission-critical work. This certification shows we protect their information with discipline and care so they can stay focused on the mission.”

CMMC Level 2 maps to the practices in NIST SP 800-171 and typically requires an independent audit by an authorized assessor. Achieving this level means The Building People has been verified against those requirements across policy, technology, and day-to-day operations. For federal clients and prime contractors, it provides clear assurance that sensitive data is handled and safeguarded the right way.

What this means for our clients

Agencies and partners can expect fewer security hurdles at the start of projects, faster onboarding to programs that involve CUI, and a lower risk profile throughout the life of the engagement. The certification aligns The Building People with the Department of Defense’s CMMC implementation timeline and positions the company to participate in solicitations that require verified protection of sensitive information.

“This is the outcome of years of steady investment in people, processes, and tools,” said Thomas Quick, IT Manager of The Building People. “We have a practical program that our teams use every day. It covers how we configure systems, manage access, monitor for issues, and respond quickly when something looks off. The result is stronger protection for our clients’ data.”

The Building People integrates people, process, and technology to modernize real estate and facilities for federal and commercial customers. With CMMC Level 2 in place, the company can support programs that include CUI with added confidence and accountability while continuing to deliver measurable results across portfolios.

About The Building People

The Building People delivers integrated solutions that combine smart building technology, real estate strategy, full-spectrum facilities operations services, integrated workforce and workplace design. We transform organizations and portfolios using real-time data, automation, and AI to optimize performance, reduce costs, and extend asset life. Whether supporting a single building or an enterprise portfolio, we tailor every solution to meet client-specific needs, helping create spaces that are agile, innovative, sustainable, and built for long-term success. Learn more at https://thebuildingpeople.com.