FedRAMP Authorized — Moderate Impact
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Adobe Acrobat Government
by Adobe
Impact Level
Moderate
Status
Authorized
Pricing
mid market
Authorization Date: January 15, 2019 | Sponsoring Agency: GSA
Overview
Adobe Acrobat for Government provides FedRAMP Moderate authorized PDF creation, editing, and signing capabilities for government organizations. It offers document management, electronic signatures, and PDF accessibility tools within a compliant cloud environment. The platform supports Section 508 accessibility compliance.
Key Features
Certifications & Authorizations
Deployment Options
NIST 800-171 Compliance Coverage
How to Procure Adobe Acrobat Government for Defense Contracts
Adobe Acrobat Government is available through GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract GS-35F-0119Y under SIN 518210C (IT Professional Services). Government pricing includes significant discounts from commercial rates, typically 20-35% below Adobe's standard enterprise pricing. Contracting officers must verify the FedRAMP Moderate authorization boundary includes all required Adobe services (Document Cloud, Sign, and desktop applications) and review the Customer Responsibility Matrix for security controls implementation. The procurement timeline averages 45-90 days for new implementations, including security assessment integration with existing Authority to Operate (ATO) packages. For CMMC assessments, include Adobe Acrobat Government within your assessment boundary as a cloud service provider, ensuring proper documentation of data flow diagrams and security control inheritance. Request Adobe's government-specific System Security Plan (SSP) and Continuous Monitoring deliverables to support your organization's security documentation. Ensure contract language addresses government data residency requirements and includes Adobe's commitment to FedRAMP continuous monitoring. Consider volume licensing agreements for enterprise deployments exceeding 500 users to optimize cost-effectiveness and administrative overhead.
Compliance Cross-References
Adobe Acrobat Government's FedRAMP Moderate authorization directly supports DFARS 252.204-7012 compliance by providing adequate security controls for processing Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). The service meets DFARS 252.239-7010 cloud computing security requirements through its government-specific deployment with enhanced monitoring and incident response capabilities. NIST 800-171 control family coverage includes comprehensive Access Control (AC) through multi-factor authentication and role-based permissions, System and Communications Protection (SC) via FIPS 140-2 validated encryption and secure transmission protocols, and Audit and Accountability (AU) through detailed logging and monitoring capabilities. For CMMC Level 2 compliance, Adobe Acrobat Government satisfies Access Control (AC), Audit and Accountability (AU), Configuration Management (CM), Identification and Authentication (IA), Media Protection (MP), Physical Protection (PE), Risk Assessment (RA), Security Assessment (CA), System and Communications Protection (SC), and System and Information Integrity (SI) domains through inherited cloud security controls and customer-configurable security features.
Defense Contractor Use Case
Defense contractors use Adobe Acrobat Government for creating compliant PDF documents, obtaining electronic signatures on contracts, and redacting sensitive information from government deliverables.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FedRAMP authorization level for Adobe Acrobat Government?
Adobe Acrobat Government is authorized at the FedRAMP Moderate impact level, with authorization granted on 2019-01-15 sponsored by GSA. The FedRAMP Moderate baseline includes approximately 325 security controls covering confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Can defense contractors use Adobe Acrobat Government for CUI?
Adobe Acrobat Government is authorized at the FedRAMP Moderate baseline. While FedRAMP Moderate covers a broad range of government data, defense contractors handling CUI should carefully evaluate whether Moderate controls meet their specific DFARS 252.204-7012 and NIST 800-171 requirements. Some CUI categories may require FedRAMP High authorization depending on the sensitivity of the data and contract requirements.
How does Adobe Acrobat Government pricing compare to commercial?
Adobe Acrobat Government government pricing is generally competitive with commercial pricing, though the government edition may carry a premium of 10-20% to cover FedRAMP compliance and dedicated infrastructure costs. Mid-market organizations can often access government pricing through GSA Schedule contracts or reseller partners. Contact Adobe for a quote tailored to your organization size and requirements.
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