Velocity1 Achieves CMMC Level 2 Certification

Independent third-party assessment confirms Velocity1 meets the Department of Defense's advanced cybersecurity standard for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information

Nashville, TN — September 21, 2026 — Velocity1, a wholly owned subsidiary of RJ Young offering managed IT and technology solutions, today announced it has successfully achieved Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 as of September 15, 2026.

The assessment was conducted by Sentar, a leading provider of advanced cybersecurity and intelligence solutions and an Authorized Third-Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO) accredited to evaluate compliance with the Department of Defense’s CMMC framework.

"Being a trusted partner to our clients means security can't be something we handle separately from everything else,” said Brantley Pearce, COO at Velocity1. “It has to be baked into how we operate, every day, across every system we touch. This certification is an independent assessor confirming that's actually true, not just something we say."

CMMC, established by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), sets cybersecurity requirements for organizations within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) to ensure the protection of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Level 2 certification validates the implementation of a defined set of security practices aligned with NIST SP 800-171 and is required for contractors supporting DoD programs involving sensitive data.

“Achieving CMMC Level 2 reflects a meaningful investment in protecting sensitive information and strengthening operational resilience,” said Stephen Pratt, CISO & Lead CCA, of Sentar. “We’re proud to have conducted an independent, high-quality assessment that supports Velocity1’s ability to meet DoD cybersecurity requirements with confidence.”

This certification positions Velocity1 to compete for and execute contracts requiring the handling of CUI, while demonstrating a commitment to disciplined cybersecurity practices and risk management.

The certification also changes what Velocity1 can offer clients directly. For companies preparing for their own CMMC assessments, Velocity1 now brings first-hand experience with the process, not just familiarity with the requirements on paper. And for clients who rely on Velocity1 as their Managed Service Provider, the certification gives them something concrete to point to in their own audits: their external service provider (ESP) holds CMMC Level 2 certification in its own right, independently verified rather than self-attested. Velocity1 plans to make the certification part of its ongoing work with clients and prospects who operate in or alongside the defense industrial base.

About Velocity1

Velocity1 is built to help your business move faster, smarter, and more securely, offering specialized services in Managed IT, Cybersecurity, Compliance, Business Communications, and Physical Security. Velocity1 is a wholly owned subsidiary of RJ Young, focused entirely on technology solutions.

About Sentar, Inc.

Sentar, an employee-owned company, is a leading cyber-intelligence solutions provider focused on the National Security sector. Its cyber domain solutions blend expertise in Cybersecurity, Intelligence & Analytics, and Systems & Software Engineering with an “efficiency-first” mindset to deliver superior, transformative results to mission partners. Key clients include the Defense Health Agency, the U.S. Army, the U.S. Navy, and Missile Defense Agency. Sentar has offices in Huntsville, Alabama; Charleston, South Carolina; San Diego, California; Columbia, Maryland; and San Antonio, Texas. Visit www.sentar.com for more information.