FedRAMP Authorization for Kiteworks Secure File Sharing Platform
We are delighted to announce the Kiteworks secure file sharing and governance platform has received FedRAMP authorization.
What is FedRAMP authorization and why does it matter?
For the uninitiated, FedRAMP is a rigorous security assessment and authorization framework developed by cybersecurity and cloud experts from a number of government agencies and private industry. The purpose of FedRAMP authorization is to provide a standardized approach to security assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring for cloud products and services. The goal with FedRAMP is to help the Federal Government quickly, rigorously, and consistently assess the security capabilities of cloud solutions that are used or are being considered for use by federal agencies and ultimately increase cloud adoption across the Federal Government.
Because it has received FedRAMP authorization, government agencies have official validation that the Kiteworks platform is a superior hybrid cloud solution that enables Government employees to securely access, transfer and collaborate on sensitive government documents. Kiteworks is available to Federal and Central government agencies, State, Local and Provincial government departments, government contractors, and “security-first” private sector businesses in isolated environments on Amazon Cloud.
With FedRAMP authorization, Kiteworks offers:
- Separate customer virtual private cloud (VPC) for all processing
- Dedicated servers
- Data isolated from all other customers
- Encrypted file storage and transfer
- Remote wipe for all mobile clients
- Reporting and audit trails
- Continuous monitoring for intrusions and other threats
Our Chairman and CEO, Jonathan Yaron, had the following to say about this major milestone for Kiteworks: “Earning full FedRAMP authorization reinforces our commitment to agencies at all levels that we take the security of their content extremely seriously. Government agencies can move forward with confidence, knowing that Kiteworks has the proven capabilities needed to protect the sensitive data they share with colleagues, partners and constituents.”
Kiteworks already has a long track record of securing sensitive content for Federal Government agencies. Federal Government customers include: National Park Service, Securities and Exchange Commission, National Institute for Standards and Technology, United States Senate, National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, Department of Energy, Department of Health and Human Services, NASA, National Transportation Safety Board, USDA, National Science Foundation, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, and National Gallery of Art, and many more.
To learn more about Kiteworks and FedRAMP and how Kiteworks enables secure and compliant file sharing for federal and central government agencies, schedule a custom demo of Kiteworks today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Regulatory compliance refers to the adherence to laws, regulations, guidelines, and specifications relevant to an organization’s business processes. Compliance is crucial for maintaining the company’s reputation, avoiding legal penalties, and ensuring the safety and security of operations.
Regulatory compliance affects different industries in various ways, depending on the specific regulations applicable to each industry. For instance, healthcare organizations must comply with regulations like HIPAA that protect patient data, while financial institutions must adhere to regulations like the PCI DSS that aim to prevent financial crises. Department of Defense contractors must comply with CMMC. Non-compliance can result in severe penalties, including fines and reputational damage.
Some common challenges include keeping up with changing regulations, managing and securing data, training employees on compliance requirements, and allocating sufficient resources for compliance activities. Additionally, global organizations may face the added complexity of complying with regulations in multiple jurisdictions.
Organizations can demonstrate their compliance with regulations through various means, such as maintaining comprehensive documentation of their compliance activities, conducting regular audits, and providing training records. In addition, some regulations may require organizations to submit regular reports or undergo external audits to demonstrate their compliance.
Data encryption plays a crucial role in regulatory compliance as it helps protect sensitive data from unauthorized access. Many regulations require organizations to implement appropriate security measures, including encryption, to safeguard data. By encrypting data, organizations can ensure its confidentiality and integrity, thereby helping to maintain compliance.
Additional Resources
- Blog Post What is Managed File Transfer Software?
- Blog Post Secure File Sharing
- Blog Post What are the Best Business File Sharing Software Solutions?
- Blog Post What is Enterprise File Sharing?
- Blog Post What is ShareFile Citrix?