StateRAMP
State Risk and Authorization Management Program
Standardized cybersecurity framework for cloud service providers serving state and local governments.
What is StateRAMP?
StateRAMP is a nonprofit organization that provides a standardized approach to cybersecurity for state and local governments using cloud services. Modeled after FedRAMP, StateRAMP establishes consistent security verification standards that state and local governments can rely on when procuring cloud services.
StateRAMP offers multiple security categories based on data sensitivity. Cloud service providers can achieve StateRAMP Ready or StateRAMP Authorized status, with reciprocity options for FedRAMP-authorized providers. Many states now require or prefer StateRAMP authorization for cloud service procurements.
Who Needs StateRAMP?
- Cloud providers serving state government
- Cloud providers serving local governments
- SaaS companies targeting public sector
- FedRAMP providers seeking state contracts
- Education technology providers
Key Requirements
Core compliance areas for StateRAMP
Security Categories
Align with appropriate category (1, 2, or 3) based on data sensitivity handled.
Third-Party Assessment
Complete assessment by StateRAMP-authorized 3PAO for authorized status.
Control Implementation
Implement required security controls based on category and NIST 800-53.
Continuous Monitoring
Maintain security posture with continuous monitoring and annual assessments.
Documentation
Maintain System Security Plan and other required documentation.
Benefits of StateRAMP Compliance
- Access to state and local government markets
- Standardized security verification
- Reduced duplicate assessments
- FedRAMP reciprocity options
- Growing state adoption
- Trusted status for public sector sales
Official Resources
Related Frameworks
FedRAMP
Standardized approach to security assessment for cloud products used by federal agencies.
NIST 800-53
Comprehensive catalog of security and privacy controls for federal information systems.
SOC 2
The gold standard for demonstrating security practices to enterprise customers and partners.