# World Micro Advances Toward CMMC Level 2 Certification

World Micro, a prime contractor and distributor based in Roswell, Georgia, is actively pursuing Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 through an authorized Third-Party Assessment Organization despite a temporary pause in the Department of War's assessment process. The company continues to support defense customers under its current CMMC Level 2 Self-Assessment status, emphasizing robust cybersecurity practices to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and sensitive defense data.

- **Why this matters:** Maintaining and advancing CMMC certification is critical for defense contractors to remain eligible for Department of War contracts and to meet evolving cybersecurity requirements.
- Procurement professionals should note that delays in official assessments may affect certification timelines but do not preclude ongoing self-assessment and compliance efforts.
- Defense suppliers and contractors can leverage this period to strengthen cybersecurity postures and prepare for formal assessments to ensure uninterrupted contract eligibility.
- Organizations should consider engaging with authorized Third-Party Assessment Organizations early to facilitate timely certification and compliance with Department of War cybersecurity mandates.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Cybersecurity
**Published:** September 15, 2026

### Government Entities
- Department of War (DOW)

### Vendors
- World Micro (prime contractor/distributor)

### Key Quotes
> Protecting our customers' information and the integrity of the defense supply chain is a responsibility we take very seriously.
> — Daniel Ellsworth, President & CEO at World Micro

### Sources
- [World Micro Advances Toward CMMC Level 2 Certification, Strengthening Defense Supply Chain Security](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/world-micro-advances-toward-cmmc-level-2-certification-strengthening-defense-supply-chain-security-302875423.html) - PR Newswire