C3 Integrated Solutions provides specialized IT, cybersecurity, and compliance services for the Defense Industrial Base, specializing in CMMC and GCC High.
C3 Integrated Solutions provides specialized IT, cybersecurity, and compliance services for the Defense Industrial Base, specializing in CMMC and GCC High.
C3 Integrated Solutions LLC is a premier full-service IT, cybersecurity, and compliance provider headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. The company specializes in serving the United States Defense Industrial Base (DIB), specifically targeting small to mid-market federal contractors who must navigate complex regulatory landscapes. C3 is recognized as a leading Microsoft Gold Partner and a designated Microsoft AOS-G (Agreement for Online Services – Government) partner, one of a select few authorized to sell and manage Microsoft 365 GCC High licenses.
The company’s core mission is to empower defense contractors to secure their intellectual property and maintain eligibility for federal contracts. Their service portfolio includes managed IT services, cloud migration and management, specialized cybersecurity solutions, and comprehensive compliance consulting. Since its inception, C3 has focused on the evolution of federal cybersecurity mandates, moving from initial DFARS requirements to the current CMMC framework.
C3 Integrated Solutions has established a significant market presence by bridging the gap between high-level regulatory requirements and the practical technical implementations needed to meet them. By focusing on the Microsoft government cloud ecosystem, they provide a standardized, scalable path for organizations to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) data. Their history is marked by a consistent commitment to the defense community, often serving as a thought leader in how cybersecurity policy impacts the agility of the private sector.
Company Differentiation
C3 Integrated Solutions distinguishes itself through a culture of specialized mission-focus. Unlike generalist Managed Service Providers (MSPs), C3 operates exclusively at the intersection of IT, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance. Their business model is built on the philosophy that security and productivity are not mutually exclusive, but rather interdependent.
The company is deeply rooted in the values of integrity and transparency, which is critical when guiding clients through the complexities of federal audits. Their approach to customer success is highly consultative; they do not simply sell licenses, but act as a strategic partner that assumes a shared responsibility for the client's compliance posture. This "compliance-first" mindset permeates the entire organization, from their engineering teams to their executive leadership. By maintaining a narrow focus on the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), they have cultivated a community-centric approach, often participating in industry working groups to help shape the future of cybersecurity standards for small and mid-sized defense contractors.
Steel Root Managed Services: The flagship offering. A comprehensive "Compliance-as-a-Service" package that includes the Microsoft 365 GCC High tenant management, security monitoring, and documentation.
CMMC/NIST 800-171 Assessments: High-level gap analysis and readiness reviews for companies at the start of their compliance journey.
GCC High Migration Services: Fixed-scope projects to move data, identity, and mail from commercial or on-premise environments to the Microsoft Government Cloud.
Microsoft AOS-G Licensing: Direct procurement of Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and Azure Government licenses tailored for the DIB.
Managed SIEM/SOC: A standalone security monitoring service for companies that already have a secure tenant but need 24/7 threat detection.
Product Differentiation
The primary differentiator for C3 Integrated Solutions is their deep technical mastery of the Microsoft 365 Government Community Cloud (GCC) High environment. While many providers offer basic cloud migrations, C3 provides a comprehensive "Compliance-as-a-Service" framework specifically engineered to meet the stringent requirements of NIST SP 800-171 and the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).
Key product differentiators include:
- Steel Root Platform: A purpose-built, integrated technology stack designed to provide a "compliance-in-a-box" experience for defense contractors, significantly reducing the time to audit readiness.
- Managed GCC High Services: Specialized management of the sovereign Microsoft cloud environment, ensuring that data residency and sovereignty requirements are met without sacrificing user experience.
- Integrated Security Operations: Their security offerings are not bolted on but are natively integrated into the compliance framework, providing real-time monitoring and incident response tailored to federal reporting requirements.
- Documentation and Evidence Mapping: Beyond technical controls, their solutions provide the necessary documentation and evidence generation required to pass third-party assessments (C3PAO), which is often the most significant hurdle for contractors.
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