Security & data standard
FedRAMP
Cloud security authorization for federal use.
Applies to: Cloud vendors selling to U.S. federal agenciesWhat it is
FedRAMP standardizes security assessment and authorization for cloud products used by U.S. federal agencies.
Authorization levels are Low, Moderate, and High based on data sensitivity.
Who must comply
- Cloud service providers selling to U.S. federal agencies
Key requirements
- Implementation of NIST SP 800-53 controls
- Independent third party assessment
- Continuous monitoring
Risks of non-compliance
Inability to sell cloud services into the U.S. federal market.
This is educational and not legal advice. Talk to your attorney about your specific exposure.
How Scale helps
We support cloud vendors with the architecture, documentation, and continuous monitoring evidence FedRAMP demands.