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SEP achieves CMMC Level 2 certification. SEP news. Westfield, IN - July 27, 2026 - SEP, one of Indiana's largest software development firms, has achieved Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 certification for its development environment, reflecting full implementation of all 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2 security controls with a perfect SPRS score of 110/110. CMMC Level 2 is a Department of Defense certification confirming a contractor fully implements the 110 security controls required to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) on defense programs. SEP has served aerospace and defense clients since 1989, building software across web, mobile, desktop, embedded, and cloud systems. A small fraction of companies in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) currently hold CMMC certification, and SEP pursued certification early, building with CyberSheath and assessed by A-LIGN, to give existing and prospective defense clients confidence in how their most sensitive data is handled. "Too many contractors treat CMMC as a box to check. We approached certification to ensure continuity for the defense clients we already serve, and to build a foundation for the work ahead," said Marty Draper, Vice President of IT, Security, and Compliance at SEP. "It was important to us that we could keep supporting our existing defense clients while building toward what's next, without reworking how we operate." SEP partnered with CyberSheath, one of the most experienced CMMC compliance firms in the Defense Industrial Base, to architect the security controls, access policies, and system configurations behind the certification. The environment was independently assessed by A-LIGN, a Certified Third-Party Assessor Organization (C3PAO). SEP's certification is scoped to its defense development environment, which CyberSheath architected alongside SEP's internal IT & Security team to keep pace with SEP's broader business. That structure lets SEP bring on new defense clients within the existing compliance boundary, without expanding scope or reworking the architecture project by project. "Congratulations to SEP for achieving CMMC Level 2 certification. This accomplishment demonstrates a strong commitment to safeguarding valuable information to protect our nation, developing a competitive advantage, and creating a culture of security," said Petar Besalev, EVP of Compliance and Cybersecurity Services at A-LIGN. "We're proud to support this integral step in SEP's compliance journey with a high-quality assessment process and deep expertise in federal compliance." "SEP's accomplishment demonstrates a strong commitment to safeguarding valuable information to protect our nation, developing a competitive advantage, and creating a culture of security." Petar Besalev EVP of Compliance and Cybersecurity Services at A-LIGN Contractors and subcontractors that handle CUI are legally obligated to safeguard it under DFARS clause 252.204-7012, independent of where CMMC's broader certification framework lands. According to the Cyber AB, as of March 2026 only 1,074 organizations nationwide had achieved CMMC Level 2 certification, against a Defense Industrial Base the Department of War has estimated at roughly 80,000 contractors. "This certification is a foundation, not a finish line. We built it to support the defense clients we serve today and to give us room to grow with the ones we haven't met yet," said Draper. "As the requirements around this work continue to evolve, we intend to continue to be a leader in the strategic adoption of them." SEP designs and builds custom software for organizations ranging from Fortune 100 companies to scale-ups. One of Indiana's largest software development firms, SEP's services span the full product lifecycle: strategy, development, design, data, and AI. SEP works across industries including aerospace and defense, heavy machinery, pharma, precision ag, fintech, life sciences and medical devices, consumer IoT, and industrial IoT. Building for the DIB? See the security controls, scope, and partners behind SEP's CMMC Level 2 certified development environment. AI post recap. SEP, an Indiana software development firm serving aerospace and defense clients since 1989, has achieved Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 with a perfect SPRS score of 110 out of 110. The certification confirms SEP fully implements all 110 NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2 security controls required to handle Controlled Unclassified Information for Department of Defense programs. CyberSheath architected the security controls, and A-LIGN, a Certified Third-Party Assessor Organization, conducted the independent assessment. What is CMMC Level 2 certification? CMMC Level 2 is a Department of Defense cybersecurity certification confirming a contractor fully implements all 110 NIST SP 800-171 security controls needed to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) on defense programs. Does SEP have experience working in aerospace and defense? Yes. SEP has served aerospace and defense clients since 1989, building web, mobile, desktop, embedded, and cloud software for the industry. Links to the A&D industry page. Who helped SEP get CMMC Level 2 certified? CyberSheath architected SEP's security controls and access policies, and A-LIGN, a Certified Third-Party Assessor Organization (C3PAO), conducted the independent assessment. July 27, 2026 Published: July 27, 2026 At SEP, Software Engineering Professionals, Inc. make vital software. 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SEP ranks #2 on Indianapolis' 2026 Top Workplaces list. SEP news. Westfield, IN - May 7, 2026 - SEP, a software product design and development firm based in Westfield, Indiana, has once again earned a spot among Central Indiana's Top Workplaces, placing second in the Midsize Companies category. The recognition is based entirely on employee feedback collected through an anonymous survey administered by Energage LLC. Survey questions focus on whether employees feel respected, supported, given growth opportunities, and empowered to take action. "What I love about this recognition is that it comes from the people doing the work," said Dawn Bunting, Director of HR at SEP. "Our team is curious, collaborative, and genuinely invested in each other's success, and that shows up in the survey year after year." Out of 111 organizations, 38 were recognized as Midsize Businesses Top Workplaces, making any placement a meaningful distinction. The Top Workplaces program, now in its 21st year for Central Indiana, is administered by Energage and relies entirely on confidential employee input to determine rankings. These employers were recognized by the annual Top Workplaces employee survey conducted by Energage, working in partnership with IndyStar. Top large companies. * Progressive Insurance * Eight Eleven Family of Companies * Shepherd Insurance * LEL Home Services * Merchants Bank / Merchants Capital * Tendercare Home Health Services * Rohrman Automotive Group * Team Rehabilitation * Wabash Center, Inc. * Brighton Hospice * Mainscape * The Indianapolis Public Library * Greenix * Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers * Indiana Members Credit Union * Celigo * Round Room LLC * Freedom Mortgage * Thompson Thrift * Kirby Risk * Ren * Morgan Properties * American Specialty Health, Incorporated * Towne Properties * New Palestine Community Schools * Planes Companies * Panda Restaurant Group * Fifth Third Bank * Flaherty & Collins Properties * Indiana Department of Revenue * Republic Airways * RCI * Cox Enterprises * PERFICIENT * Grand Appliance * PT Solutions * Centerstone * Peterman Brothers * Groundworks * Damar Services * Kloeckner Metals * CBIZ * Graybar * Resultant Top Midsize Companies. * Paradigm Health * SEP * New Hope of Indiana * Scopelitis Law Firm (Scopelitis, Garvin, Light, Hanson & Feary) * Bath Experts, LLC * Opportunities for Positive Growth * Hensley Legal Group, PC * TBC Hotels * The BAM Companies * BSA * Northview Church * Northwestern Mutual * Goodman Campbell Brain and Spine * Dauby O'Connor & Zaleski, LLC * Quality Plumbing & Heating * Meyer Najem * The Garrett Companies * Commonwealth Engineers, Inc. * Family Express * GVC Mortgage * Hays + Sons * InPwr Inc. * Kinetic Advantage * Schahet Hotels, Inc. * LER TechForce * Envelop Group * Unified Group Services, Inc. * Knowledge Services * Key Benefit Administrators * Reynolds Farm Equipment, LLC * ARBOR HOMES * Total Quality Logistics - TQL * North Mechanical Contracting & Service * Indiana Donor Network * Royal United Mortgage * Perfection Group * Eye Surgeons of Indiana * ALOM Top small companies. * Bailey & Wood Financial Group * Indesign, LLC * Children's Therapy Connection * Vaco Indianapolis * The Peterson Company * Express Employment Professionals * ProKids * Pension Fund of the Christian Church * Mission Mechanical * Robert Dietrick Co., Inc. * Loren Wood Builders * PulteGroup-IN * BGBC, a Springline company * NCW * Visit Indy * WorldTrips * Aerocore Technologies LLC * Vikan North America * ready-2-xecute * DirectEmployers * USI Consultants * SJCA, Inc. * Indy Auto Man * Kirkpatrick Management Company * Indiana Biosciences Research Institute * Engaging Solutions, LLC * Exos * Indiana Health Information Exchange * Patterson-Horth * Office360 * Netfor * Haggard & Stocking Assoicates * National Trade Supply * Fairchild Communication Systems * Adelta Logis, Inc. * EMC Precision Special awards. APPRECIATION Criteria: I feel genuinely appreciated at this company. Winner: Scopelitis Law Firm (Scopelitis, Garvin, Light, Hanson & Feary) BENEFITS PACKAGE Criteria: I am very satisfied with my benefits package. Winner: PulteGroup-IN CLUED IN SENIOR MANAGEMENT Criteria: Senior managers understand what is really happening at this company. Winner: Indesign, LLC COMMUNICATION Criteria: I feel well-informed about important decisions at this company. Winner: New Hope of Indiana DIRECTION Criteria: I believe this company is going in the right direction. Winner: Paradigm Health DOERS Criteria: At this company, Software Engineering Professionals, Inc. do things efficiently and well. Winner: Children's Therapy Connection LEADERSHIP Criteria: I have confidence in the leadership team of this company. Winner: Quinn Shepherd, Shepherd Insurance LEADERSHIP Criteria: I have confidence in the leadership team of this company. Winner: Mike Wood, Bailey & Wood Financial Group LEADERSHIP Criteria: I have confidence in the leadership team of this company. Winner: Andrea Schwartz, Opportunities for Positive Growth MANAGERS Criteria: My manager helps me learn and grow. My manager cares about my concerns. Winner: REN MEANINGFULNESS Criteria: My job makes me feel like I am part of something meaningful. Winner: LEL Home Services NEW IDEAS Criteria: New ideas are encouraged at this company. Winner: Progressive Insurance VALUES Criteria: This company operates by strong values. Winner: BSA WELL-BEING Criteria: This company does a great job of prioritizing employee well-being. Winner: The Peterson Company WORK/LIFE FLEXIBILITY Criteria: I have the flexibility I need to balance my work and personal life. Winner: Merchants Bank / Merchants Capital SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Criteria: My employer is socially responsible in the community. Winner: Loren Wood Builders SEP continues to invest in its culture alongside its craft - building vital software for high-stakes industries while staying committed to being a place where curious, skilled people can do the best work of their careers. About SEP SEP is a 100% employee-owned software product design and development company founded in 1988 by Rose-Hulman graduates. Based in Westfield, Indiana, SEP's 180+ person team builds software that matters in high-stakes industries - including aerospace, medical devices, and precision agriculture. From Fortune 100 companies to growing startups, clients trust SEP to tackle complex problems where good enough isn't good enough. Learn more at sep.com. AI post recap. SEP has earned second place in Central Indiana's Top Workplaces 2026 survey for Midsize Businesses - a recognition that comes entirely from anonymous employee feedback, not applications or nominations. It's the latest milestone in a streak of workplace recognition that stretches back to 2010, and a reflection of what it means to build a company where people actually want to show up. What is the Top Workplaces award? Top Workplaces is an annual recognition program administered by Energage LLC. Companies don't self-select their ranking - employees complete a confidential survey covering whether they feel respected, supported, and empowered. Rankings are based entirely on those results. What makes SEP's culture stand out? SEP is 100% employee-owned, which means everyone has real stake in the company's success. That shared ownership shapes how SEPeers collaborate, tackle hard problems, and support each other - and it shows up year after year in the survey results. May 12, 2026 Published: May 12, 2026 At SEP, Software Engineering Professionals, Inc. make vital software. The kind that keeps airplanes in the sky, helps farmers feed a growing population, and makes medical devices safe. Whatever industry you're in, bring Software Engineering Professionals, Inc. your toughest challenge. Software Engineering Professionals, Inc. is wired to tackle what really matters - to you, to Software Engineering Professionals, Inc., and to its world. 317.843.1640 16080 Westfield Blvd. Carmel, IN 46033