FedRAMP Authorized — Moderate Impact
Adobe Connect for Government by Adobe. 6 compliance features verified.
Adobe Connect for Government
by Adobe
Impact Level
Moderate
Status
Authorized
Pricing
mid market
Authorization Date: June 12, 2017 | Sponsoring Agency: DHS
Overview
Adobe Connect for Government is a FedRAMP Moderate authorized web conferencing and virtual classroom platform. It provides persistent meeting rooms, breakout sessions, and interactive training capabilities. The platform is widely used for government training programs and large-scale virtual events.
Key Features
Certifications & Authorizations
Deployment Options
NIST 800-171 Compliance Coverage
How to Procure Adobe Connect for Government for Defense Contracts
Adobe Connect for Government is available through GSA MAS (Multiple Award Schedule) under SIN 518210C (IT Professional Services) and SIN 54151S (IT Software). The product is also procurable via SEWP V contracts and select CIO-SP3 task orders. Government pricing includes significant discounts from commercial rates, typically 15-25% below standard Adobe Connect pricing, with additional volume discounts for enterprise licenses exceeding 500 concurrent users. The FedRAMP authorization package includes a comprehensive System Security Plan (SSP) defining the authorization boundary, which covers the web conferencing platform, persistent meeting rooms, recording capabilities, and administrative interfaces. Contracting officers must approve the use of Adobe's Government Cloud infrastructure and ensure data residency requirements align with agency policies. The authorization boundary excludes third-party integrations and custom plugins, which require separate security assessment. Typical procurement timelines range from 45-90 days for initial purchases, including security review and ATO processes. For CMMC assessments, Adobe Connect for Government should be included in your assessment boundary if used for processing, storing, or transmitting CUI. Document the service within your system inventory and ensure proper data flow mapping for compliance validation.
Compliance Cross-References
Adobe Connect for Government's FedRAMP Moderate authorization directly supports DFARS 252.204-7012 compliance by providing adequate security controls for CUI processing in cloud environments. For DFARS 252.239-7010 cloud computing compliance, the service meets DoD Cloud Computing SRG IL2 requirements through its government cloud deployment model. The platform addresses NIST 800-171 control families including Access Control (AC) through role-based permissions and meeting access controls, System and Communications Protection (SC) via FIPS 140-2 validated encryption and TLS 1.2+ protocols, and Audit and Accountability (AU) through comprehensive logging of user sessions and administrative activities. For CMMC Level 2, Adobe Connect satisfies domains including Access Control (AC.L2), System and Information Integrity (SI.L2), and Identification and Authentication (IA.L2) through its authentication mechanisms and security monitoring. The service's government cloud architecture ensures CUI data remains within authorized boundaries, supporting both CMMC assessment requirements and DoD IL2 categorization for controlled unclassified information processing.
Defense Contractor Use Case
Defense contractors use Adobe Connect Government for virtual training delivery, compliance briefings, and interactive workshops, particularly when they need persistent virtual classroom environments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FedRAMP authorization level for Adobe Connect for Government?
Adobe Connect for Government is authorized at the FedRAMP Moderate impact level, with authorization granted on 2017-06-12 sponsored by DHS. The FedRAMP Moderate baseline includes approximately 325 security controls covering confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Can defense contractors use Adobe Connect for Government for CUI?
Adobe Connect for 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 Connect for Government pricing compare to commercial?
Adobe Connect for 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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