CUI Compliant
0 NIST 800-171 gaps detected. FedRAMP authorized at High impact level. Approved for CUI handling in DoD environments.
AWS GovCloud
by Amazon Web Services
FedRAMP Status
FedRAMP Authorized
Impact Level
High
Category
Cloud Storage
Authorized: June 21, 2016
Overview
AWS GovCloud is an isolated AWS region designed for government workloads requiring FedRAMP High authorization. It supports CUI, ITAR, and export-controlled data with US-person-only access.
CUI Risk Assessment
FedRAMP authorized at High impact level. Approved for CUI handling in DoD environments.
Deployment & Architecture
Deployment Model: Government Cloud (FedRAMP boundary)
AWS GovCloud operates within a FedRAMP-authorized boundary. CUI can be processed within the authorization scope, but contractors must verify their specific use case falls within the system's security boundary as documented in the SSP.
Configuration Checklist
- 1ISSO: Establish dedicated CUI VPCs with private subnets and NAT gateways within 1 week
- 2Sysadmin: Configure AWS Config rules for NIST 800-171 compliance monitoring across all regions within 2 weeks
- 3ISSO: Implement CloudTrail logging with S3 encryption and log file validation for audit requirements within 1 week
- 4Sysadmin: Deploy IAM policies enforcing MFA and role-based access for CUI resources within 2 weeks
- 5Contracts: Update contract security requirements matrix to reflect GovCloud infrastructure inheritance within 1 week
- 6ISSO: Configure GuardDuty and Security Hub for continuous security monitoring within 2 weeks
- 7Sysadmin: Establish automated backup policies for CUI data with cross-region replication within 3 weeks
- 8ISSO: Complete authorization boundary documentation updates and submit to DCMA within 4 weeks
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is AWS GovCloud FedRAMP authorized?
Yes. AWS GovCloud (US) holds FedRAMP High authorization and is operated by US persons on US soil.
Can I use AWS GovCloud with CUI?
Yes. AWS GovCloud is approved for CUI, ITAR, and export-controlled data. It meets DFARS 252.204-7012 requirements.
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