Scoping call
Frameworks / FedRAMP

FedRAMP readiness for cloud providers selling to federal agencies.

FedRAMP is the government-wide security program for cloud services used by federal agencies. In 2026, FedRAMP renamed authorization to FedRAMP Certification and replaced impact levels with Certification Classes. Each agency still makes its own decision, often called an ATO, before using a certified service.

A–D
Certification Classes (Class C is the former Moderate)
20x
Automated path, open to Classes A through C
Rev5
Usually agency-sponsored, required for Class D
Jun 11, 2027
FedRAMP stops accepting new Rev5 applications
Sources: fedramp.gov (Consolidated Rules 2026, Notice 0004). Status as of October 2026. FedRAMP rules are changing quickly, so we confirm current requirements at scoping.
How we help

Readiness advisory, scoped case by case.

FedRAMP builds on the same controls as SOC 2, with far more of them. We map your service to the class you need and close gaps in identity, logging, vulnerability management, configuration, and incident response. We also help your team prepare the evidence your 3PAO will test.

Scope depends heavily on class and path, so we decide on the scoping call whether a full engagement or a readiness assessment fits. After certification, we can scope support for Ongoing Certification, the 2026 name for continuous monitoring. It is priced separately from the standard Run retainer.

Certification Classes

The 2026 classes and what they replace.

Planned
20x · Classes A–C · Open for A (August 2026), B and C (August 31, 2026). Class D pilot planned for late 2026.
Rev5 · Classes B–D · Usually agency-sponsored. Required for Class D.
Dates
June 11, 2027 · FedRAMP stops accepting applications for new Rev5 certifications
December 31, 2028 · existing Rev5 certifications valid through at least this date
FedRAMP NTC-0004 (Feb 25, 2026), the 2026 timeline, and fedramp.gov. Status as of October 2026.

The Rev5 path uses a full control-based package and, in most cases, an agency sponsor. FedRAMP 20x uses Key Security Indicators and automated validation in place of control narratives. Which path fits depends on your class, your timeline, and whether an agency is sponsoring you.

Common questions

FedRAMP questions.

Who performs the assessment?

A FedRAMP Recognized third-party assessment organization (3PAO) assesses your service, and FedRAMP issues the certification. A 3PAO may not assess a service it advised on in the past two years, so your advisor and your assessor are separate firms.

Does FedRAMP endorse advisors?

No. FedRAMP does not certify or endorse advisory firms, including us. An advisor helps your team build the controls, run them, and prepare for the assessment. Your 3PAO and FedRAMP make the decisions.

Is our existing FedRAMP authorization still valid?

Under the 2026 rules, existing Rev5 authorizations remain valid until at least December 31, 2028. FedRAMP stops accepting applications for new Rev5 certifications on June 11, 2027.

How long does it take?

Rev5 projects have historically taken a year or more. FedRAMP 20x is designed to be faster. We give you a timeline after assessing your environment and choosing a path.

Selling to a federal agency?

On a scoping call we’ll talk through your class, path, and timeline.