FedRAMP Compliance Services | Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program

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Enter the Federal Cloud Market

Transform your cloud services into government-ready solutions with comprehensive FedRAMP authorization. Our Microsoft Azure Government expertise provides the fastest path to serving federal agencies while maintaining the highest security standards and operational excellence.

Achieve FedRAMP authorization and deliver secure cloud services to federal agencies with our comprehensive Microsoft Azure Government solutions. Our expertise in federal cloud security and FedRAMP requirements ensures successful authorization while maintaining operational excellence.

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Microsoft Azure Government for FedRAMP

Microsoft Azure Government leads the industry in FedRAMP compliance:

  • FedRAMP High authorization across all regions
  • 100+ services authorized at FedRAMP High
  • Comprehensive control implementation and documentation
  • Continuous monitoring and compliance management
  • Dedicated government cloud infrastructure

FedRAMP Overview

FedRAMP provides a standardized approach to security assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring for cloud products and services used by federal agencies. Our Microsoft Azure Government approach ensures full compliance with FedRAMP requirements.

FedRAMP Authorization Levels

FedRAMP Low (LI-SaaS)

  • Low-impact software-as-a-service applications
  • 125 security controls implementation
  • Streamlined authorization process
  • Reduced timeline and cost

FedRAMP Moderate

  • Moderate-impact cloud services
  • 325 security controls implementation
  • Standard authorization process
  • Most common authorization level

FedRAMP High

  • High-impact cloud services
  • 421 security controls implementation
  • Rigorous authorization process
  • Highest security requirements

Authorization Paths

Joint Authorization Board (JAB)

  • Government-wide reusable authorization
  • Rigorous review process
  • Broadest acceptance across agencies
  • Longest timeline but highest value

Agency Authorization

  • Single agency specific authorization
  • Faster authorization process
  • Agency-specific requirements
  • Good for targeted markets

CSP Supplied

  • Cloud Service Provider initiated authorization
  • Marketplace ready authorization
  • Broad agency acceptance potential
  • Strategic investment in federal market

Microsoft Azure Government FedRAMP Implementation

FedRAMP High Services

Core Infrastructure Services

  • Virtual Machines - Compute infrastructure
  • Virtual Networks - Network isolation and security
  • Storage Accounts - Secure data storage
  • SQL Database - Managed database services

Security and Identity Services

  • Azure Active Directory - Identity and access management
  • Key Vault - Cryptographic key management
  • Security Center - Cloud security posture management
  • Sentinel - AI-powered SIEM and SOAR

Platform Services

  • App Service - Web application hosting
  • Functions - Serverless computing
  • Logic Apps - Workflow automation
  • Power Platform - Low-code application development

Native FedRAMP Controls

Access Control (AC)

  • Azure AD role-based access control
  • Privileged Identity Management for elevated access
  • Conditional Access for risk-based authentication
  • Multi-factor authentication enforcement

System and Communications Protection (SC)

  • Network security groups for traffic filtering
  • Azure Firewall for network protection
  • VPN Gateway for secure connectivity
  • Application Gateway for web application firewall

Configuration Management (CM)

  • Azure Policy for configuration compliance
  • Security baselines for system hardening
  • Resource Manager templates for consistent deployment
  • Change tracking and inventory management

FedRAMP Authorization Process

Phase 1: Readiness Assessment (Months 1-2)

  • FedRAMP requirements gap analysis
  • System security plan template selection
  • Control implementation strategy development
  • Authorization path selection and planning

Phase 2: Documentation Development (Months 2-6)

  • System Security Plan (SSP) comprehensive development
  • Control Implementation Summary (CIS) creation
  • Customer Responsibility Matrix (CRM) development
  • Incident Response Plan and procedures

Phase 3: Security Assessment (Months 6-9)

  • Independent assessment by FedRAMP approved 3PAO
  • Control testing and validation
  • Security Assessment Report (SAR) development
  • Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) creation

Phase 4: Authorization (Months 9-12)

  • FedRAMP PMO initial review and feedback
  • Agency or JAB authorization review
  • Authorization to Operate (ATO) issuance
  • Marketplace listing and promotion

Phase 5: Continuous Monitoring (Ongoing)

  • Monthly continuous monitoring reporting
  • Annual assessment and reauthorization
  • Vulnerability scanning and remediation
  • Change request management and approval

FedRAMP Service Offerings

FedRAMP Authorization Services

Readiness Assessment

  • Gap analysis against FedRAMP requirements
  • Cost and timeline estimation
  • Authorization strategy development
  • Stakeholder alignment and planning

Competitive assessment pricing tailored to your needs

Complete Authorization Package

  • Full SSP development with control implementation
  • 3PAO coordination and assessment support
  • PMO submission and review management
  • ATO achievement support

Comprehensive authorization packages available with flexible pricing

Continuous Monitoring Program

  • Monthly ConMon report generation
  • Vulnerability management and remediation
  • Change management and approval coordination
  • Annual assessment support

Ongoing monitoring services available with scalable pricing models

FedRAMP Consulting Services

Strategic Planning

  • Market entry strategy for federal cloud services
  • Investment planning for FedRAMP authorization
  • Partnership strategy with systems integrators
  • Go-to-market planning for federal agencies

Technical Implementation

  • Azure Government architecture and deployment
  • Security control implementation using native tools
  • Automation of compliance monitoring
  • Integration with existing federal systems

Program Management

  • FedRAMP program establishment and management
  • Stakeholder coordination across federal agencies
  • Compliance tracking and reporting
  • Risk management and mitigation

Azure Government FedRAMP Benefits

Security and Compliance

  • Pre-implemented security controls
  • Continuous monitoring automation
  • Evidence collection and reporting
  • Compliance documentation maintained

Cost Optimization

  • Shared responsibility model reduces compliance burden
  • Native security tools eliminate third-party costs
  • Automated compliance reduces manual effort
  • Scalable pricing model for growth

Operational Excellence

  • 99.95% uptime SLA for government services
  • 24/7 support with government-cleared personnel
  • Disaster recovery and business continuity
  • Performance optimization for government workloads

Federal Agency Success Stories

Department of Defense

  • IL4/IL5 workload migration to Azure Government
  • STIG compliance using Azure Security Benchmarks
  • Multi-region deployment for mission continuity
  • DevSecOps pipeline implementation

Civilian Agencies

  • Legacy system modernization using Azure PaaS
  • Citizen services delivery via Azure App Service
  • Data analytics using Azure Synapse and Power BI
  • Collaboration enhancement with Microsoft 365 Government

State and Local Government

  • FedRAMP-aligned security for state systems
  • Cross-jurisdictional data sharing platforms
  • Public safety applications using Azure IoT
  • Smart city initiatives with Azure AI

FedRAMP Marketplace Strategy

Agency Outreach

  • Federal IT conference participation
  • GSA Schedule and contract vehicle utilization
  • Agency briefings and technical demonstrations
  • Partner ecosystem development

Channel Partner Program

  • Systems integrator partnership development
  • Reseller program establishment
  • Technical training and certification
  • Joint go-to-market strategies

Marketing and Positioning

  • FedRAMP marketplace optimization
  • Case study development and promotion
  • Thought leadership content creation
  • Federal media and analyst engagement

Continuous Monitoring Excellence

Automated Monitoring

  • Azure Security Center for security posture
  • Azure Monitor for system performance
  • Microsoft Sentinel for threat detection
  • Power BI for compliance dashboards

Reporting and Documentation

  • Monthly ConMon report automation
  • Annual assessment preparation
  • POA&M management and tracking
  • Evidence collection and archival

Risk Management

  • Continuous risk assessment and updates
  • Threat intelligence integration
  • Vulnerability management program
  • Incident response and lessons learned

Why Choose Our FedRAMP Services

🏆 FedRAMP Expertise
  • Successful FedRAMP authorizations across multiple systems
  • Former FedRAMP PMO staff on our team
  • Azure Government specialization
  • End-to-end authorization support
🤝 Microsoft Partnership
  • Premier-level Microsoft partner
  • Government specialization competency
  • Direct access to Microsoft engineering teams
  • Early access to new government features
📈 Proven Results
  • Streamlined authorization timeline
  • Strong success rate for prepared authorizations
  • Ongoing ConMon compliance for systems
  • Cost optimization achieved for clients
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