FedRAMP Assessment
Take control of business information systems in the cloud by bringing your cloud security program in line with FedRAMP requirements.
FedRAMP Overview
All Cloud Service Providers who serve the federal government are required to obtain FedRAMP authorization. There are two paths available for authorization: Joint Authorization Board (JAB) and Agency. For companies with a broad demand for their services, a JAB Provisional Authority to Operate (P-ATO) is the best path for FedRAMP authorization. Companies with a niche market that is targeted at a specific Agency within the federal government should select an Agency Authority to Operate. Companies with multiple cloud offerings may find that one path is better suited for a JAB P-ATO while another is more aligned with the Agency ATO path. Let MegaplanIT help you determine if one or both paths to authorization would best meet the needs of your business.
OUR APPROACH
Holistic Security
MegaplanIT conducts the assessment with a Holistic approach to security providing guidance on the System Security Plan and testing implementations submitted to FedRAMP.
Ensure Complete Endorsement
We ensure that all aspects of your cloud environment and function are appropriately identified and addressed to ensure complete endorsement to FedRAMP standards.
Non-Disruptive Testing
Low impact testing and validation of security controls as required by FedRAMP allows your business to continue to function normally during the audit process.
Expert Guidance
Guidance is provided every step of the way from conception to completion, documentation of policies, procedures, test plans, and results will aid in remediation
From Readiness to 3PAO—We’re With You All the Way
Pre-Assessment
During this phase, MegaplanIT will help validate system inventory and boundary, perform a detailed review of all controls, and begin conducting any penetration testing
Readiness Assessment
FedRAMP 3PAO Compliance Assessment
During this phase, MegaplanIT will develop the required FedRAMP documentation: Security Assessment Plan (SAP), Security Requirements Traceability Matrix (SRTM) to document assessment results, and Security Assessment Report (SAR) and Recommendation for Authorization.
Continuous Monitoring
Lastly, MegaplanIT will help with any monthly, quarterly, or annual continuous monitoring needs to maintain your authority to operate.
HOW IT WORKS
FedRAMP
Learn how the FedRAMP assessment process is conducted step by step.
Step 1: Project Scope
JAB P-ATO, Agency ATO, or both authorizations
Determine the Impact Levels (Low, Medium, High) across Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability security objectives
Step 2: Conduct a Preliminary Readiness Assessment
Identify gaps in readiness
CSP develops action plans and timeline for remediation
Step 3: Submit for FedRAMP Connect
Step 4: Formal FedRAMP Readiness Assessment
Complete Readiness Assessment Report (RAR)
Must be complete within 60 days of becoming prioritized to work with the JAB
Step 5: Submit for FedRAMP Ready Designation
Submit completed RAR to the FedRAMP PMO
MegaplanIT will work with the FedRAMP PMO to answer any questions and ensure the process continues to move forward
Step 6: Conduct a Full Security Assessment
CSP finalizes the System Security Plan (SSP) for the service offering
Develop the Security Assessment Plan (SAP)
Conduct the Security Assessment of the service offering
Complete the Security Assessment Report (SAR)
CSP develops Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M)
Submit full Security Package to FedRAMP PMO for Review
Step 7: Authorization Process
Step 8: Continuous Monitoring
Vulnerability Scan Reports
Penetration Test Results
POA&M Updates
Updated Inventory and other documentation
RESOURCES
Ready to Start Your FedRAMP Assessment?
Download our free informational booklet!
Why Consider FedRAMP Assessments?
- FedRAMP is required by all Executive Agency cloud deployments and service models at the low, moderate, and high-risk impact levels as part of the Federal Cloud Computing Initiative.
- Fedramp harmonizes FISMA and NIST requirements for agency cloud-based IT products and services.
- FedRAMP provides a standardized risk-based approach for the Federal Government to leverage cloud services. FedRAMP ensures the use of cloud services adequately protects and secures federal information.
- Documentation: System Security Plan (SSP) as accepted by JAB.
- Assessment: Security Assessment Plan (SAP) is the testing of security controls and effectiveness within the environment as per the 3PAO.
- Authorization: Security Assessment Report (SAR) is derived when the submission of evidence to FedRAMP.
- Monitoring: The continuous efforts to monitor and alter security controls within the cloud environment to maintain effectiveness.
FedRAMP Security Assessment Framework (SAF) and NIST RMF
KEY BENEFITS
Accelerate Your FedRAMP Journey with MegaplanIT
From readiness to authorization, our experts help you navigate FedRAMP—and stay secure across every stage of growth.
MegaplanIT supports its client’s strategic planning to ensure controls are being met throughout the year. This is done via functional testing of all systems, networks, and application layers in the scope of FedRAMP, and verification of proper process execution.
Since day one MegaplanIT has been working with clients to implement, measure, and monitor various Federal security frameworks in all capacities. Whether it’s a gap assessment, FISMA, NERC CIP, NIST SP800 risk assessments, or FedRamp our clients have benefited from our Knowledge and successful engagement execution.
Receive expert advice and guidance on cloud security
Ensure cloud assets are secured in line with FedRAMP requirements
Protect your cloud environment from sophisticated cyber threats
Become and remain FedRAMP compliant, year after year
Partner with MegaplanIT to Streamline FedRAMP Compliance
Our innovative IT security and compliance solutions are designed to deliver customized, cost-effective service on time—because your priorities are our priorities. With a highly qualified team of PCI-DSS QSAs, Penetration Testers, and Information Security Consultants here at MegaplanIT, we will assess your unique company and business environment and design a path to security that will fit all of your needs.
