Peerless Electronics Achieves Perfect Score in JSVA Audit

Peerless Electronics has successfully completed a Joint Surveillance Voluntary Assessment (i.e., JSVA audit). Our perfect score of 110 reinforces our commitment to cybersecurity, reliability, and supply chain trust. The assessment was conducted by the Defense Contract Management Agency’s Defense Industrial Base Cybersecurity Assessment Center (DIBCAC) in coordination with a CMMC-certified Third Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO). 
Meeting all 110 NIST SP 800 171 security requirements strengthens Peerless’s position as an approved DoD supplier and a trusted partner in secure electronics supply chains. 

In an industry governed by compliance and trust, we are proud of this achievement and of what it means to our partners and customers.

A Joint Surveillance Voluntary Assessment is a cybersecurity and compliance evaluation developed by the DoD to help defense suppliers and organizations demonstrate alignment with federal security requirements. The program was introduced as a bridge to the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), which requires contractors that handle sensitive government data to meet strict cybersecurity standards. The JSVA audit centers on verifying that an organization has fully implemented the 110 security controls outlined in NIST SP 800-171. These controls are designed to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and ensure suppliers can securely support defense programs.

For electronics companies that support defense programs, a JSVA serves as an important supplier audit confirming that systems and processes meet strict cybersecurity and operational standards.

In the electronics industry, accountability is paramount, especially when defense contracts are involved. A perfect JSVA score is a significant accomplishment, demonstrating an organization’s operational excellence. The rigorous JSVA audit evaluates cybersecurity practices, documentation, and internal processes, testing all 110 NIST SP 800‑171 security controls across the IT, compliance, and operations teams. 

Achieving this level of performance reflects not only meticulous preparation and disciplined execution but also a deep understanding of the importance of CMMC compliance in protecting sensitive information and maintaining trust with defense partners. Organizations must demonstrate that controls are in place, actively maintained, and integrated into daily workflows. A perfect score signals exceptional operational standards, rigorous quality assurance, and the accountability expected of trusted suppliers in the defense and electronics supply chains.

A JSVA audit evaluates multiple aspects of a supplier’s operations to ensure strict compliance with cybersecurity and operational standards for handling, storing, and transferring CUI.

Overall, auditors verify that all 110 security controls outlined in NIST SP 800-171 are implemented and functioning as intended. This includes access controls, system integrity, audit logging, incident response, and encryption practices to ensure the protection of CUI.

Assessment teams also review key documentation, including system security plans, policies, and standard operating procedures, to determine that each control is actively maintained and supported by formal oversight structures.

Auditing this area confirms that cybersecurity measures are both documented and actively applied in day-to-day operations. This can involve system configuration reviews, log analysis, and staff interviews to demonstrate consistent execution of controls.

This area of the audit examines network segmentation, endpoint security, authentication protocols, and other technical configurations to ensure proper risk mitigation across IT systems.

The JSVA evaluates how companies identify, track, and mitigate cybersecurity risks, as well as their procedures for responding to potential incidents or vulnerabilities.

This provides assurance that the organization maintains an accurate inventory of assets and systems within the scope of CUI environments, which is essential for effectively enforcing security controls.

The audit reviews written policies and tests procedures to ensure personnel are trained, controls are followed, and outcomes are documented and verified.

To protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) from visual theft or accidental disclosure, CMMC requires technical and physical safeguards for workstations.

Organizations must maintain a record of all visitors. Each requires identification and must be escorted at all times by an authorized employee during the visit.

For over 80 years, Peerless Electronics has ensured operational excellence through a combination of strategic internal systems and highly trained personnel. Every process, from supplier vetting to production and delivery, is guided by our Quality System and regularly monitored to ensure compliance with industry best practices. 

Partnering with trusted, leading manufacturers, combined with ongoing performance reviews, guarantees that every component meets stringent reliability and traceability requirements. Our staff is trained in technical operations, cybersecurity protocols, and documentation standards, ensuring that every action aligns with expectations. These comprehensive measures foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational discipline. To this end, Peerless consistently demonstrates the high level of security, process control, and quality assurance that enabled a perfect JSVA audit score and being CMMC compliant.

Since its inception, Peerless Electronics has remained unwaveringly focused on quality and security protocols. Compliance is the backbone of trust in the electronics industry, especially when meeting the stringent requirements of military and defense contracts. Achieving a perfect JSVA score provides customers and partners with clear reassurance that Peerless is a trusted electronics supplier committed to excellence.

This recognition translates into real-world benefits: customers can expect higher reliability and consistent product quality, while partners benefit from a trusted supply chain and reduced risk of counterfeit components. Our rigorous internal systems, thorough supplier vetting, and adherence to systematic operational practices consistently ensure reliable component sourcing while strengthening long-term relationships. 

In an increasingly interconnected world, robust cybersecurity and operational excellence are essential, whether you’re working with DoD contracts or industrial projects. At Peerless Electronics, this commitment goes hand in hand with a customer‑first approach that’s been refined over more than 80 years. From an extensive inventory of high‑quality components to personalized technical support and over 50 Value‑Added Services that streamline workflows and enhance supply chain efficiency, Peerless prioritizes reliability, responsiveness, and long‑term partnerships. Earning a perfect JSVA score and CMMC Level 2 compliance reinforces this dedication. It assures customers that they’re working with a trusted electronics supplier whose internal systems, quality processes, and people‑centric service meet the highest standards. For both customers and partners, that means confident sourcing, consistent quality, and a dependable electronics supply chain partner who’s equipped to support both everyday needs and mission‑critical requirements.