FedRAMP High & Moderate Authorization: Only vendor with dual federal authorization | 421 controls (High) | 325 controls (Moderate) | Continuously authorized since 2017
Kiteworks for Government: Unified Security Across All Jurisdictions
Zero-trust Data Exchange: Data-defined security policies persist with information regardless of location | Customer-owned encryption keys | Assume-breach architecture mapped to MPE/CJADC2 data-centric patterns | Trusted Data Format (TDF) object tagging
Deployment Flexibility: On-premises, government cloud (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government), air-gapped, hybrid | Support for physically isolated networks
Unified Governance: Single platform for email, file sharing, MFT, SFTP, web forms, APIs | Eliminate shadow IT | Centralized policy enforcement across all data pathways and coalition releasability tiers
Federal Government Use Case Highlights
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Diplomatic Correspondence
Classified document exchange | Multi-level security | ITAR/ICD 503 compliance | Air-gapped deployment
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Threat Intelligence Sharing
Automated STIX/TAXII protocols | Real-time alerts | CISA requirements | SIEM integration
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Grant & Budget Distribution
Congressional oversight | OMB reporting | Financial data protection | 16 TB dataset support

Exchange Sensitive State and Provincial Government Data Securely
U.S. state and non-U.S. provincial governments exchange sensitive information across departments, jurisdictions, and with citizens. Relying of fragmented systems, like traditional email, file sharing, and managed file transfer create serious security and compliance gaps. Kiteworks provides unified governance, security, and compliance for state and provincial agencies. The platform ensures secure data transmission and storage while enabling efficient collaboration on cross-jurisdictional projects, allowing civil servants to access and transmit field data instantly. The result? Streamlined workflows that protect and govern sensitive data in compliance with state and industry data privacy statutes.
State & Provincial Use Case Highlights
Healthcare Data Exchange
Medicaid/CHIP records | HIPAA compliance | Public health reporting | Multi-department coordination
Criminal Justice Information
CJIS Security Policy | FBI CJIS Division requirements | Law enforcement collaboration | Audit trail compliance
Citizen
Services
Benefits distribution | License/permit processing | Public records access | Open data mandates
Local Governments Share Sensitive Data Securely and Efficiently
Local governments and municipal agencies managing police/fire/EMS, public works, utilities, planning, and social services handle PII, PHI, and critical infrastructure daily are vulnerable to ransomware, phishing, malware, and insider threats. These risks intensify with remote work proliferation and third-party vendor access lacking unified security controls. Kiteworks provides zero-trust policy-driven unification of file and email communication workflows with advanced security features. The hardened virtual appliance enforces granular access controls, ensures comprehensive audit trails for compliance, and protects confidential information through defense-in-depth architecture. Kiteworks enables centralized management and monitoring of all content-sharing activities, making regulatory compliance straightforward while detecting suspicious activity through AI-powered behavioral analytics.
Local Government Use Case Highlights
Emergency
Services
Multi-agency coordination | Disaster response | Real-time intelligence | Mobile field access
Public Works & Utilities
Infrastructure plans | Contractor coordination | Critical systems protection | SCADA security
Citizen
Records
Birth/death certificates | Property records | Permit applications | Privacy law compliance
Government Contractors Protect Businesses and Win Contracts
Government contractors face existential risks when communicating sensitive information with federal, state, and local agencies. Data breaches jeopardize contracts, damage reputation, and compromise national security. Kiteworks enables contractors to demonstrate compliance with cybersecurity standards and regulatory requirements. For DoW contractors pursuing CMMC 2.0 Level 2 accreditation, Kiteworks satisfies 90% of the 110 practice requirements including Access Control, Audit and Accountability, Configuration Management, Incident Response, and Media Protection. The platform provides centralized governance, security, and compliance features protecting the government supply chain during sensitive information exchange, enabling contract retention and competitive differentiation through proven security posture.
Government Contractor Compliance Coverage
CMMC 2.0 Level 2
90% of 110 practices satisfied | C3PAO assessment ready | Access control through system integrity | DoW contract eligibility
NIST SP 800-171
110 security requirements | CUI protection | Assessment methodology alignment | NIST 800-171A testing
FIPS 140-3
Level 1 validated cryptographic modules | AES-256 encryption | Customer-owned keys | NIST CMVP certificate
FedRAMP Authorization | SABRE/MPE interoperability
Inherited controls from platform authorization | Accelerated contractor ATO | High & Moderate baselines | Continuous monitoring
One Platform for All Government Security and Compliance Requirements
Platform Capabilities Across Jurisdictions
Kiteworks Data Control Plane security and compliance capabilities across federal state local government and contractor jurisdictions showing unified platform approach to sensitive government data protection
Why Government Cybersecurity and IT Leaders Choose Kiteworks
Proven Government Authorization Track Record
8+ years FedRAMP authorized – Continuous authorization since 2017, demonstrating sustained compliance and security posture across multiple administrations and evolving threat landscapes.
Zero-Trust Architecture Aligned With Federal Mandates
EO 14028 and OMB M-22-09 compliance – Data-defined zero trust with persistent security policies, customer-owned encryption keys, and assume-breach architecture meeting 2025 federal requirements.
Unified Governance Eliminates Shadow IT
Single platform for all data pathways – Email, file sharing, MFT, SFTP, web forms, and APIs under unified governance, eliminating fragmented systems and security gaps across government agencies.
Deployment Flexibility for Any Classification Level
On-premises, government cloud, air-gapped – Deploy in AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, agency data centers, or physically isolated networks supporting classified through unclassified data.
Compliance Automation Reduces ATO Burden
Inherited controls from FedRAMP authorization – 421 pre-validated controls accelerate agency Authority to Operate from 12-18 months to 4-8 weeks, reducing assessment costs by 40-60%.
Trusted by Mission-Critical Government Organizations
MITRE, NIEHS, General Dynamics IT, federal agencies – Protecting national security, public health, defense contracting, and civilian agency operations for 8+ years with zero security incidents.
Frequently Asked Questions
For classified document exchange, Kiteworks provides deployment with 421 controls appropriate for high-impact federal data. Air-gapped deployment options support physically isolated networks for classified systems. Multi-level security segregates data by classification level, while need-to-know access enforces compartmentalization. Validated encryption with customer-owned keys ensures zero vendor access. Time-limited access, view-only permissions, watermarking, and geofencing provide additional protection. The platform complies with DoW Manual 5200.01 and agency-specific security requirements. Immutable audit trails provide tamper-proof evidence for security investigations.
Kiteworks enables secure policy collaboration through comprehensive version control, immutable audit trails, and granular access controls. Possessionless viewing allows external stakeholders to review policy documents without downloading, preventing unauthorized distribution. Comment and annotation capabilities enable stakeholder feedback while maintaining document integrity. Complete revision history tracks all changes with who, what, when, and where details. Time-limited access automatically expires stakeholder permissions after defined review periods. Integration with agency document management systems and SIEM platforms provides seamless workflow. Real-time audit log streaming demonstrates compliance with transparency requirements and records retention policies. FedRAMP authorization provides inherited controls for participating agencies.
Kiteworks secure web forms enable agencies to collect sensitive information from citizens, contractors, and partners while meeting federal and state compliance requirements. Forms use validated encryption, protecting data in transit and at rest. Workflow automation routes submissions to appropriate personnel with comprehensive audit trails demonstrating compliance. Data loss prevention policies prevent unauthorized disclosure during processing. Form submissions integrate with agency case management, document management, and records systems. Support for large file uploads (up to 16 TB) accommodates research data, infrastructure plans, and multimedia evidence. Customizable form logic enables dynamic questioning based on previous answers. Accessibility features meet Section 508 requirements. The platform complies with state breach notification laws (where applicable) and Federal Records Act retention requirements.
Kiteworks platform capabilities support secure exchange of research datasets up to 16 TB. Transfer acceleration technology optimizes large file transmission across networks. Validated encryption with customer-owned keys protects sensitive research data throughout transfer. Granular access controls limit data access to authorized researchers and partner organizations. Federation enables secure data exchange across organizational and jurisdictional boundaries while maintaining each agency’s governance policies. Automated workflows notify recipients, track downloads, and expire access after defined periods. Integration with research data repositories and scientific computing platforms is provided via APIs and SFTP. Comprehensive audit logs demonstrate compliance with research data management requirements, funder mandates, and human subjects protection regulations.
Kiteworks maintains comprehensive compliance certifications across federal, defense, international, and state/local requirements. At the federal level, the platform holds 421 NIST 800-53 Rev. 5 controls since 2024, FedRAMP Moderate authorization with 325+ controls since 2017, and validated cryptographic modules. For defense applications, Kiteworks achieves 90% compliance out-of-the-box with CUI protection and DoW IL4/IL5 deployment options. International compliance includes ISO 27001, 27017, and 27018 certifications, SOC 2 Type II attestation, and a GDPR compliance framework. State and local government requirements are met through StateRAMP compatibility and Business Associate Agreement alignment. Additional security measures include continuous assessment by certified third-party organizations, quarterly penetration testing, annual security audits, and a vulnerability disclosure program. All certifications are maintained through rigorous continuous monitoring, quarterly assessments, and annual recertification processes, ensuring sustained compliance as threats evolve.
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