Securing these digital environments is paramount as cloud-based systems and services become more integral to government operations. Enter the FedRAMP Digital Authorization Package Pilot, a significant milestone in modernizing and automating the FedRAMP authorization process.

This pilot program aims to streamline the FedRAMP process, accelerating cloud adoption by improving security assessments’ efficiency, transparency, and reusability. For experts in federal cloud security, the pilot reflects FedRAMP’s commitment to evolving with emerging technologies while reducing the time and resources required for cloud providers to gain authorization.

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The Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) is evolving to streamline and enhance its cloud security framework for federal agencies and cloud service providers (CSPs). The latest updates, stemming from two significant announcements, signify critical shifts in FedRAMP’s authorization process, which aims to promote efficiency, security, and scalability for cloud solutions used across government agencies.

This article explores these new developments on a single authorization pathway through the Joint Authorization Board (JAB) and broader modernization efforts within FedRAMP.

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The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a critical initiative to enhance companies’ cybersecurity practices within the defense industrial base. With the increasing frequency and sophistication of cyber threats, the Department of Defense implemented CMMC to ensure that all contractors have robust cybersecurity measures. Managed Service Providers play an essential role in this ecosystem, offering the expertise and services needed to help companies navigate the complexities of CMMC compliance. 

Here, we explore how MSPs can effectively service CMMC customers, helping them achieve and maintain the necessary certification levels.

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