ADP Workforce Now
by ADP
FedRAMP Status
Not FedRAMP Authorized
Impact Level
N/A
Category
HR & Payroll
Overview
ADP Workforce Now is the most widely used payroll and HR platform. It handles employee PII including SSNs, background check data, and financial information. While SOC 2 certified, it is not FedRAMP authorized. Contractors should assess whether HR data includes CUI and document risk acceptance accordingly.
CUI Risk Assessment
Not FedRAMP authorized. Most popular payroll platform. SOC 2 certified. Handles PII that may overlap with CUI. Document risk acceptance.
NIST 800-171 Violations
Using ADP Workforce Now for CUI without FedRAMP authorization may violate these NIST 800-171 controls:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ADP Workforce Now compliant for defense contractors?
ADP is SOC 2 certified but not FedRAMP authorized. If HR data does not include CUI, ADP is generally acceptable with documented risk acceptance. If HR records contain CUI (e.g., cleared personnel data), evaluate FedRAMP authorized alternatives.
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