As federal agencies increasingly adopt cloud-native applications, containerized environments have become essential for deploying and scaling applications efficiently. Containers allow developers to package applications with all dependencies in isolated, consistent environments that run across multiple platforms, making them a popular choice for cloud service providers. However, this rise in container use also introduces unique security challenges, especially for CSPs pursuing or maintaining FedRAMP compliance.

FedRAMP’s rigorous requirements for securing cloud services mean that container security has become a critical factor in compliance efforts. By implementing robust container security practices, CSPs can protect their environments, meet FedRAMP’s stringent standards, and provide secure and compliant services to federal agencies.

Audit & Compliance Awareness

Challenges in Scaling FedRAMP Compliance for IoT

Nov 13, 2024 Lazarus Alliance 0 Comment

FedRAMP is typically designed for traditional IT and cloud environments. However, IoT ecosystems’ highly interconnected and complex nature introduces new security, compliance, and management hurdles for organizations attempting to expand their FedRAMP perimeter. Scaling FedRAMP compliance across IoT networks requires advanced strategies and technologies to meet FedRAMP’s stringent requirements while addressing IoT-specific vulnerabilities.

This article discusses the primary challenges organizations face when applying FedRAMP standards to IoT and offers strategies for overcoming these obstacles to achieve compliance and maintain robust security across IoT networks.

Awareness

ISO 30141 Certification Overview

Nov 8, 2024 Lazarus Alliance 0 Comment

About ISO 30141

ISO/IEC 30141 Internet of Things (loT) - IoT can be integrated into existing technologies. Real-time measurements generated by adding sensors to existing technology can improve its functionality and lower the cost of operations (e.g. smart traffic signals can adapt to traffic conditions, lowering congestion and air pollution). The data generated by IoT sensors can support new business models and tailor products and services to the tastes and needs of the customer. In addition to the applications, the technology needs to support the supervision and adaptation of the IoT system itself. An organization can use both the ISO/IEC 27018 and ISO/IEC 30141 as assessment criteria to establish commonly accepted control objectives, controls, and guidelines for implementing measures to protect Personally Identifiable Information (PII) in line with Internet of Things (loT) systems.