www.prnewswire.com Eutelsat Network Solutions Achieves CMMC Level 2 Certification
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- •Eutelsat Network Solutions achieved CMMC Level 2 certification on October 20, 2026.
- •The certification allows handling of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Federal Contract Information (FCI).
- •Fewer than 3% of the Defense Industrial Base hold CMMC Level 2 certification.
Eutelsat Network Solutions announced on October 20, 2026, that it has achieved Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2, validating its commitment to cybersecurity for U.S. government operations. This certification allows the company to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Federal Contract Information (FCI), making it one of the few in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) to attain this level. The certification process involved a rigorous third-party assessment and requires adherence to 110 security controls outlined in NIST SP 800-171. Eutelsat's CEO, Ian Canning, emphasized the importance of this certification in an increasingly complex threat landscape. The company aims to enhance security and resilience across its satellite connectivity services for government clients, particularly the Department of War and other federal agencies.
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