CUI Compliant
0 NIST 800-171 gaps detected. FedRAMP High authorized. The only FedRAMP High authorized password and credential manager. FIPS 140-3 validated. ITAR compliant. Covers 26 of 110 CMMC Level 2 controls.
Keeper Security Government Cloud
by Keeper Security
FedRAMP Status
FedRAMP Authorized
Impact Level
High
Category
Identity & Access Management
Authorized: April 1, 2021
Overview
Keeper Security Government Cloud is the only FedRAMP High authorized password and credential management platform. It provides enterprise password management, secrets management, and privileged access management on AWS GovCloud with FIPS 140-3 validated encryption and ITAR compliance.
CUI Risk Assessment
FedRAMP High authorized. The only FedRAMP High authorized password and credential manager. FIPS 140-3 validated. ITAR compliant. Covers 26 of 110 CMMC Level 2 controls.
Using Keeper Security Government Cloud in a Defense Contractor Environment
Keeper Security Government Cloud operates as the only FedRAMP High authorized password management platform, making it uniquely positioned for defense contractors handling CUI categories including technical data (ITAR), financial information, and personally identifiable information in DoD contracts. Within a CMMC Level 2 authorization boundary, Keeper typically resides at the network perimeter handling authentication credentials for all CUI systems, effectively becoming a critical control point that assessors scrutinize heavily. The platform addresses 26 of 110 CMMC Level 2 controls, particularly strengthening AC (Access Control), IA (Identification and Authentication), and SC (System and Communications Protection) families through its FIPS 140-3 validated encryption and privileged access management capabilities. DCMA and DIBCAC assessors specifically evaluate Keeper's integration with Active Directory, multi-factor authentication implementation, and audit logging capabilities during CMMC assessments. Compensating controls typically required include network segmentation to isolate the password vault, continuous monitoring of privileged account usage, and documented procedures for emergency access scenarios. Recent DCMA compliance reviews have favorably cited Keeper Government Cloud's FedRAMP High authorization as meeting the most stringent DoD requirements, though assessors consistently verify proper configuration of the zero-knowledge architecture and validate that shared vault access aligns with need-to-know principles for CUI access.
Deployment & Architecture
Deployment Model: Government Cloud (FedRAMP boundary)
Keeper Security Government Cloud 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.
Implementation Guide
Defense contractors implementing Keeper Security Government Cloud for CUI environments should plan a 6-8 week phased deployment starting with SSP documentation updates and authorization boundary modifications. Phase 1 (weeks 1-2) involves ISSO collaboration with Keeper to establish the FedRAMP inheritance documentation and update the System Security Plan to reflect the password management boundary extension. Phase 2 (weeks 3-4) requires sysadmin configuration of SAML/LDAP integration with existing Active Directory infrastructure, ensuring MFA enforcement aligns with NIST 800-171 IA-2 requirements. Phase 3 (weeks 5-6) focuses on user migration, requiring comprehensive training on zero-knowledge vault principles and CUI marking procedures within password records. During CUI data handling, existing credentials must be migrated through encrypted channels with documented chain of custody. POA&M entries should address any temporary compensating controls during the transition period. Implementation costs typically range $15,000-$35,000 annually for 100-500 users, including licensing, professional services for AD integration, and compliance documentation updates. Organizations should budget additional $5,000-$10,000 for specialized training and assessment preparation. The ISSO must update authorization boundary diagrams to reflect Keeper's position within the CUI enclave and coordinate with the Authorizing Official for any substantial changes to the security posture.
Configuration Checklist
- 1ISSO must update the System Security Plan to include Keeper Government Cloud within the authorization boundary and document FedRAMP inheritance relationships per NIST 800-53.
- 2Sysadmin configures SAML or LDAP integration with Active Directory ensuring multi-factor authentication enforcement meets NIST 800-171 IA-2 requirements.
- 3ISSO documents Keeper's role in access control procedures and updates authorization boundary diagram to reflect password vault positioning within CUI enclave.
- 4Sysadmin enables audit logging and integrates Keeper logs with enterprise SIEM solution to satisfy NIST 800-171 AU-2 continuous monitoring requirements.
- 5ISSO creates POA&M entries for any configuration gaps identified during deployment and establishes remediation timelines per DFARS 252.204-7012.
- 6Contracts officer verifies Keeper Government Cloud's FedRAMP High authorization covers all CUI categories specified in current DoD contracts.
- 7Sysadmin implements network segmentation controls to isolate Keeper vault traffic and restrict administrative access per NIST 800-171 AC-3.
- 8ISSO develops incident response procedures specific to password vault compromise scenarios and integrates with existing security incident handling processes.
- 9Legal reviews ITAR compliance documentation provided by Keeper to ensure coverage of technical data handling requirements in defense contracts.
- 10ISSO schedules penetration testing to validate Keeper's integration security and documents results for CMMC Level 2 assessment preparation.
Compliance Cross-References
Keeper Security Government Cloud's FedRAMP High authorization directly supports NIST 800-171 control families AC (Access Control) through centralized credential management, IA (Identification and Authentication) via multi-factor authentication enforcement, and SC (System and Communications Protection) through FIPS 140-3 validated encryption. The platform's compliance status satisfies DFARS 252.204-7012 adequate security requirements and strengthens DFARS 252.204-7021 cybersecurity incident reporting through comprehensive audit trails of privileged access activities. For CMMC Level 2 assessments, Keeper addresses practices within Access Control (AC.L2-3.1.1, AC.L2-3.1.2) and Identification and Authentication (IA.L2-3.5.1, IA.L2-3.5.2) domains. The FedRAMP High boundary ensures that password management infrastructure meets the same security standards as DoD Impact Level 5 systems, creating a compliance chain where proper Keeper implementation strengthens overall CUI protection posture and reduces findings in multiple NIST control families during DCMA assessments.
Other FedRAMP Authorized Identity & Access Management Tools
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Keeper the only FedRAMP authorized password manager?
Yes. Keeper Security Government Cloud is the only password manager with FedRAMP High authorization. It covers 26 of 110 CMMC Level 2 controls.
Can I use 1Password or LastPass instead?
No. Neither 1Password nor LastPass holds FedRAMP authorization. Keeper Government Cloud is the only FedRAMP High authorized option for credential management in CUI environments.
Run a Full Tech Stack Audit
Check all your enterprise tools at once with our free CUI Compliance Auditor.
Launch CUI AuditorTrack Keeper Security Government Cloud compliance monitoring with AI-powered intelligence
Signals matches SAM.gov opportunities to your profile, monitors regulatory changes, and alerts you before competitors. Free for 90 days.
Start Free — 90 Days