IT Compliance Services & Audits in Reno, NV

Most businesses don’t need every framework. Start with this table.

Not sure? We’ll help you figure out which ones apply during a consultation.

HIPAA Compliance for Healthcare and Dental

We help covered entities and business associates meet the HIPAA Security Rule. That includes the security risk analysis, access controls, encryption, audit logs, backups and the documentation behind them. We support medical clinics, dental practices, behavioral health providers and the vendors that work with them.

HIPAA has no official certification, and HHS doesn’t endorse private certifications. What matters is a current risk analysis and proof that your safeguards work. See our full HIPAA compliance IT services page.

PCI DSS Compliance for Businesses That Take Cards

If you store, process or transmit card data, PCI DSS applies. Nevada law also requires data collectors that accept payment cards to comply with PCI DSS (NRS 603A.215). We help you shrink the systems that touch card data, separate payment networks, secure Wi-Fi and point-of-sale devices, run vulnerability scans and prepare your self-assessment questionnaire (SAQ). The newer PCI DSS v4.0 requirements, including broader MFA, became mandatory on March 31, 2025.

SOC 2 Readiness

Customers and partners ask for a SOC 2 report when they want proof that you protect their data. We prepare you for the audit: scoping the Trust Services Criteria, putting controls in place, writing policies and collecting evidence, so your CPA firm finds a ready environment. Learn more about our SOC 2 compliance consulting or read our guide to SOC 2 Type I vs. Type II.

CMMC Compliance for Defense Contractors

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) protects Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) across the defense supply chain. Northern Nevada manufacturers, machine shops, aerospace suppliers and service companies that subcontract to defense primes can be affected.

• Level 1: the 15 basic safeguarding requirements in FAR 52.204-21, with an annual self-assessment.
• Level 2: the 110 requirements in NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2, for companies handling CUI.
• Level 3: 24 additional requirements from NIST SP 800-172 for the most sensitive programs.

Where CMMC stands today: On July 13, 2026, the Department of War suspended CMMC Phase II, which was scheduled to begin November 10, 2026. Phase I self-assessment requirements are still in place, and DFARS 252.204-7012 and NIST SP 800-171 still apply. No new Phase II date has been announced. In other words, the third-party audit is on hold, but the security work isn’t.

We help with:

• Scoping where FCI and CUI live, and keeping that area as small as possible
• Gap assessment against NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2
• System Security Plan (SSP) and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M)
• Self-assessment scoring and SPRS submission support
• Technical controls: MFA, endpoint detection and response, logging, encryption, patching and backups
• Ongoing evidence collection, so you’re ready when third-party assessments return

NVITS is not a C3PAO and doesn’t issue CMMC certifications. We prepare you for the assessment and keep your controls running.

NIST Cybersecurity Framework and NIST SP 800-171

NIST gives you a proven structure for a security program, even if no regulation requires one. NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0, released in February 2024, is built for organizations of every size and organizes security into six functions: Govern, Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond and Recover.

We measure where you are today against NIST CSF 2.0, set a realistic target and give you a prioritized plan to close the gap. Because HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOC 2 and CMMC overlap heavily with NIST, building on NIST means you do the work once and reuse it across frameworks. For defense contractors, we assess against NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2, the standard CMMC Level 2 uses.

1. Consultation (30 minutes). We learn about your business and determine which frameworks apply.
2. Gap assessment. We review your systems, policies and evidence against the framework, using interviews, configuration reviews and vulnerability scans.
3. Findings report and roadmap. You get a plain-English report that ranks each gap by risk, with the fix, the effort and the cost.
4. Remediation. Our team implements the technical fixes: MFA, endpoint protection, encryption, backups, logging, firewall rules and access reviews.
5. Documentation. We write or update your policies, procedures and system security plans so they match how your systems actually work.
6. Audit readiness. We organize the evidence your auditor, assessor or insurer will ask for and support you through the review.
7. Ongoing compliance. Monthly monitoring, quarterly reviews and an annual reassessment keep you compliant between audits.

• A written gap assessment, scored against your framework
• A prioritized remediation roadmap with cost estimates
• Updated security policies and procedures
• An SSP and POA&M (for CMMC and NIST SP 800-171)
• A HIPAA security risk analysis (for healthcare)
• Vulnerability scan results and remediation evidence
• An evidence folder organized for your auditor
• A named NVITS contact for audit questions

Compliance is easier when your security tools already produce evidence. These NVITS services support most frameworks:

• vCISO services for security leadership and policy ownership
• Network security assessment and vulnerability management
• Managed MDR and Managed SOC for 24/7 monitoring and logs
• Multi-factor authentication and email security
• Security awareness training with completion records
• Cyber insurance readiness

We support businesses in Reno, Sparks, Carson City, Lake Tahoe, Minden, Fernley and Truckee. Assessments can be done on-site or remotely.

What does an IT compliance audit include?

An IT compliance audit compares your systems, policies and records against a specific framework, such as HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOC 2, CMMC or NIST. NVITS reviews access controls, encryption, backups, logging, patching, vendor access and documentation. You then receive a report that ranks each gap by risk, with a plan to fix it.

Can NVITS certify my business?

No. No IT provider can certify you on its own. SOC 2 reports are issued by CPA firms, CMMC Level 2 certifications by authorized C3PAOs, and larger PCI DSS assessments by Qualified Security Assessors. HIPAA has no official certification. NVITS prepares you for those reviews and keeps your controls working afterward.

Is CMMC still required after the Phase II suspension?

Yes, in part. On July 13, 2026, the Department of War suspended CMMC Phase II, which would have required third-party assessments. Phase I self-assessment requirements are still in place, and contracts with DFARS 252.204-7012 still require you to protect CUI under NIST SP 800-171. Keep working on your controls so you’re ready when assessments resume.

What is the difference between NIST CSF and NIST SP 800-171?

NIST CSF 2.0 is a voluntary framework any organization can use to build and measure a security program. NIST SP 800-171 is a specific set of 110 security requirements for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information, and it’s the basis for CMMC Level 2. Most Reno businesses start with CSF. Defense contractors that handle CUI need 800-171.

How long does it take to become compliant?

It depends on the framework and how much is already in place. A gap assessment for a small business usually takes a few weeks. Fixing the gaps can take anywhere from a few weeks to several months. SOC 2 Type II and CMMC Level 2 take the longest because you need to show your controls work over time.

How much do IT compliance services cost?

The cost depends on the framework, how many people and systems are in scope, and how many gaps the assessment finds. We price the work after the gap assessment, so you only pay for what you actually need. Ongoing compliance support can be added to our managed IT plans.

Do I need compliance help if I’m a small business?

Often, yes. Small businesses are covered by the same rules as large ones. A two-dentist office is still covered by HIPAA, a single retail location that takes cards falls under PCI DSS, and a five-person machine shop that receives CUI is subject to NIST SP 800-171. Insurers and larger customers increasingly ask small vendors for proof of security too.

Can you help if we already failed an audit or got a security questionnaire?

Yes. Send us the audit findings or the questionnaire. We’ll identify what’s missing, fix the technical gaps, document the evidence and help you respond before your deadline.