# Quanterion Achieves Level 2 CMMC Certification in Utica

Quanterion Solutions Incorporated, a defense prime contractor based in Utica, New York, has successfully completed the Level 2 Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) with a perfect score. This achievement positions Quanterion ahead of current Department of War compliance requirements, which have temporarily suspended Phase II CMMC mandates. The certification demonstrates Quanterion's advanced cybersecurity posture and readiness to meet evolving defense contracting standards amid ongoing program reviews.

- **Why this matters:** Defense contractors and procurement officials should note that Quanterion's proactive certification sets a benchmark for cybersecurity readiness despite the Department of War's temporary suspension of Phase II requirements.
- Organizations pursuing defense contracts may benefit from early CMMC certification to enhance competitive positioning and demonstrate compliance leadership.
- Procurement professionals should consider the potential for resumed or revised CMMC mandates as the Department of War continues its program review, impacting future contract eligibility.
- Cybersecurity service providers and consultants can leverage this development to advise clients on achieving and maintaining advanced CMMC levels ahead of formal requirements.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Cybersecurity
**Published:** September 25, 2026

### Government Entities
- Department of War

### Vendors
- Quanterion Solutions Incorporated (prime contractor)

### Key Quotes
> We’re proud to have completed the CMMC Level 2 certification ahead of the requirement with 100% of the plans, policies and procedures developed by our QSI team.
> — Eric MacDiarmid, President

### Sources
- [Quanterion completes Level 2 CMMC certification in Utica  | Business | romesentinel.com](https://www.romesentinel.com/news/business/quanterion-completes-level-2-cmmc-certification/article_ef7d5b1b-7e86-4067-8625-b7e52c7eb791.html) - Rome Sentinel