FedRAMP Authorized — Moderate Impact
Appian Government Cloud by Appian. 6 compliance features verified.
Appian Government Cloud
by Appian
Impact Level
Moderate
Status
Authorized
Pricing
mid market
Authorization Date: August 14, 2018 | Sponsoring Agency: DHS
Overview
Appian Government Cloud provides FedRAMP Moderate authorized low-code automation and business process management for government organizations. It enables rapid application development with enterprise-grade security and compliance controls. The platform combines process mining, workflow automation, and case management.
Key Features
Certifications & Authorizations
Deployment Options
NIST 800-171 Compliance Coverage
How to Procure Appian Government Cloud for Defense Contracts
Appian Government Cloud is available through GSA MAS (Multiple Award Schedule) under SIN 518210C (IT Professional Services) and SIN 132-51 (Information Technology Professional Services). The product maintains government-specific pricing that typically reflects 15-25% discount from commercial rates for qualified federal agencies. Contracting officers must review the FedRAMP authorization boundary documentation, which includes the System Security Plan (SSP), Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA), and Continuous Monitoring deliverables available through the FedRAMP Marketplace. Key approval requirements include verification of data classification levels (CUI/PII handling capabilities), integration requirements with existing agency systems, and user access management protocols. The authorization boundary specifically covers the core Appian platform, process mining capabilities, and robotic process automation (RPA) components. Typical procurement timeline spans 90-120 days including security review, technical evaluation, and contract negotiations. For CMMC assessment boundary inclusion, contractors must document Appian's role in CUI processing workflows, ensuring the platform's FedRAMP controls map to required NIST 800-171 control families. Integration points with contractor networks require additional security documentation and may necessitate supplemental security controls depending on data sensitivity levels processed through custom applications built on the platform.
Compliance Cross-References
Appian Government Cloud's FedRAMP Moderate authorization directly supports DFARS 252.204-7012 compliance by providing adequate security controls for Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) processing within approved cloud environments. The platform addresses DFARS 252.239-7010 cloud computing security requirements through its AWS GovCloud infrastructure and continuous monitoring program. NIST 800-171 control family mappings include Access Control (AC) through role-based permissions and multi-factor authentication, System and Communications Protection (SC) via encryption at rest and in transit, and Audit and Accountability (AU) through comprehensive logging and monitoring capabilities. For CMMC Level 2 compliance, Appian satisfies Access Control (AC), System and Information Integrity (SI), and Configuration Management (CM) domains through platform-native security controls. The authorization aligns with DoD Cloud Computing Security Requirements Guide (SRG) Impact Level 2 (IL2) requirements, enabling defense contractors to process CUI within approved boundary conditions while maintaining required security posture for government workflows and business process automation.
Defense Contractor Use Case
Defense contractors use Appian Government Cloud to rapidly build custom applications for capture management, compliance tracking, and internal workflow automation without extensive development resources.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FedRAMP authorization level for Appian Government Cloud?
Appian Government Cloud is authorized at the FedRAMP Moderate impact level, with authorization granted on 2018-08-14 sponsored by DHS. The FedRAMP Moderate baseline includes approximately 325 security controls covering confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Can defense contractors use Appian Government Cloud for CUI?
Appian Government Cloud 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 Appian Government Cloud pricing compare to commercial?
Appian Government Cloud 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 Appian for a quote tailored to your organization size and requirements.
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