How does the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) impact cloud service providers?

FedRAMP (Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program) impacts the compliance responsibilities of cloud service providers working with federal agencies by establishing a standardized approach to security assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring for cloud products and services. Cloud service providers must adhere to the FedRAMP security requirements and undergo a comprehensive security assessment process to obtain FedRAMP authorization, which allows them to work with federal agencies. This ensures that cloud services used by federal agencies meet specific security standards and controls, reducing security risks and providing a consistent level of protection for federal data in the cloud.