Hawaii Cybersecurity Grants for Defense Contractors and Small Business
What This Post Covers
Explore defense contracting opportunities, state programs, MEP centers, and CMMC compliance resources for Hawaii.
Hawaii's Strategic Defense Position
Hawaii is critical to US Indo-Pacific strategy, hosting major Army, Air Force, and Navy installations.
Defense Contractors in Hawaii
Hawaii contractors support Pacific military operations in logistics, aviation, and IT services.
- Pearl Harbor-Hickam AFB: Joint base integrating Air Force and Navy operations across the Pacific. Logistics and aviation maintenance contracting.
- Schofield Barracks: Army installation supporting Indo-Pacific rapid deployment operations.
- Camp Smith: Hawaii Army National Guard headquarters.
Hawaii's MEP and State Programs
INNOVATE Hawaii is Hawaii's MEP center supporting defense-adjacent manufacturers.
Hawaii MEP Programs
INNOVATE Hawaii helps small businesses with NIST-based cybersecurity assessments.
- INNOVATE Hawaii: Hawaii's MEP provides cybersecurity and technology adoption support. innovatehawaii.org
- CISA Region 9: Serves Hawaii through the Honolulu field office.
CMMC Compliance: What Defense Contractors Need to Know
CMMC Level 2 requires 110 NIST SP 800-171 controls for contractors handling CUI.
CMMC Phase 2 Deadline: November 10, 2026
Beginning November 10, 2026, DoD will enforce CMMC Level 2 certification on CUI contracts.
- NIST SP 800-171: The CMMC Level 2 foundation. Apply for a free CGA grant.
CGA National CMMC Gap Assessment Grant
100 in-kind grants valued at $5,000 each. No cash awarded. Sponsored by CMMC Ready Now.
Who Is Eligible?
Defense contractors and manufacturers who handle CUI. Hawaii small businesses encouraged to apply.
- What It Costs: Nothing. Apply now.
How to Get Started
Taking the first step toward CMMC compliance starts with understanding where your organization stands.
- Step 1: Complete the CGA Grant Application at cybergrantsalliance.org/cmmc-gap-assessment-grant. Applications take under 10 minutes.
- Step 2: If approved, you will be matched with a certified assessor who will conduct your gap assessment within 2 to 4 weeks.
- Step 3: Review your assessment report and begin remediation planning. CGA and CMMC Ready Now can connect you with implementation support if needed.
- Step 4: Once remediation is complete, schedule your official CMMC certification assessment with an accredited C3PAO.
Ready to Start Your CMMC Journey?
Apply for the CGA National CMMC Gap Assessment Grant. 100 in-kind grants (no cash awarded) valued at $5,000 each.
Apply for the GrantThis post is for informational purposes only. Cyber Grants Alliance is a nonprofit providing grant access. CMMC Ready Now provides in-kind grants and professional assessment services.