AvL Technologies Secures Final CMMC Level 2 Certification
The Asheville-based manufacturer is now authorized to process sensitive information for the Department of Defense.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Cybersecurity
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AvL Technologies has achieved Final CMMC Level 2 certification following an assessment by an authorized third-party organization. This status confirms the company meets rigorous cybersecurity standards for handling sensitive government data.
Why it matters
Federal acquisition directives mandate this third-party validation for contractors who manage Controlled Unclassified Information. Achieving this status allows the company to remain eligible for upcoming defense solicitations that require strict cybersecurity compliance.
The certification process involved the implementation of NIST Special Publication 800-171 security requirements. AvL Technologies established a secure environment featuring physical and logical system isolation alongside role-based access controls.
The players
AvL Technologies
An Asheville-based manufacturer that produces terminal platforms, with 80 percent of its offerings supporting government and defense clients.
Department of Defense
The executive branch department responsible for coordinating and supervising all agencies and functions of the government concerned directly with national security.
The details
The Asheville manufacturer built specialized workflows for engineering design, prototyping, and assembly to meet the required standards. These systems now protect sensitive computing environments used to support the company's defense terminal platforms.
Timeline
October 28, 2026: AvL Technologies announced the achievement of its CMMC Level 2 certification.
The Tech Race
This certification represents a critical step for hardware manufacturers operating within the defense industrial base to meet the strict standards outlined in NIST Special Publication 800-171. It positions AvL Technologies to compete in a market increasingly defined by mandated cybersecurity readiness.
For local operations, this certification ensures that manufacturing and engineering workflows in Asheville remain compliant with national security protocols. The status preserves the company's ability to maintain its $31 million contract with the Polish Armed Forces and future defense work.
The takeaway
Achieving this certification underscores the growing importance of cybersecurity infrastructure within traditional manufacturing sectors. Companies looking to remain viable defense contractors must prioritize the rigorous technical requirements mandated by federal oversight.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Satnews.
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