March 18-19
SMU Campus
Dallas, Texas
With the DoD timeline now set, this two-day, on-campus event zeroes in on what matters most for CMMC readiness—clarity, credible guidance, and real-world next steps. Join industry leaders for high-impact keynotes, candid panels, and interactive discussions designed to accelerate your path from awareness to action. Whether you’re a defense contractor, integrator, or service provider, you’ll leave with a sharper understanding of what to prioritize, how to resource it, and where the risks—and opportunities—really are.
April 16-17, 2026
Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center
San Diego, CA
The essential gathering for Defense Contractors and their Subcontractors to get CMMC compliance right
CS5 is the one conference that brings the entire compliance ecosystem together. From the experts who prepare you (RPOs) to the auditors who assess you (C3PAOs), and the training and tool providers who support you every step of the way.
Start here to deliver CMMC compliance to your organization. Return here to optimize your path.
PAST EVENTS
October 16-17, 2025
The Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
National Harbor, MD
The Future of CMMC Conferences
May 21-23, 2025
JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa
Las Vegas, NV
A New Era for Defense and CMMC 2.0
Folks, we’re at a critical moment. The new CMMC Rule went into effect on December 16, 2024, and here’s the reality: no contractor knows if their next contract will require full CMMC certification for the prime and anyone handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
That’s why CEIC West is so important. This event brings together the experts, tools, and practical strategies you need to:
At CEIC West, you’ll learn how to close security gaps, manage costs, and tackle the real-world challenges of CMMC compliance. This is your chance to protect your business, secure your place in the Defense Industrial Base, and stay ahead of what’s next.
Don’t wait. CEIC West is where you take action.The clock is ticking. Your next contract may depend on it.
