FedRAMP In Process — Low Impact

BambooHR Government by BambooHR. 6 compliance features verified.

HR & Workforce

BambooHR Government

by BambooHR

Low ImpactIn Process

Impact Level

Low

Status

In Process

Pricing

small business

Overview

BambooHR Government is pursuing FedRAMP Low authorization for its small-to-medium business HR management platform. It provides employee records, time-off tracking, and onboarding in an intuitive interface. The platform is designed for organizations that need simple, effective HR management without enterprise complexity.

Key Features

FedRAMP Low in-process
Employee records management
Time-off tracking
Onboarding workflows
Performance management
Reporting and analytics

Certifications & Authorizations

FedRAMP Low (In Process - 3PAO assessment underway)SOC 2 Type IIISO 27001:2013GDPR compliance frameworkCCPA compliance controlsNIST Cybersecurity Framework alignment

Deployment Options

AWS US-East-1 FedRAMP Moderate hosting environment
Single-tenant government cloud instance with dedicated data segregation
API integration with existing government identity providers (CAC/PIV)
SAML 2.0 SSO integration with DoD Enterprise Email and .mil domains
Mobile application deployment through government app stores (DISA Mobility)
Data residency enforcement within CONUS boundaries

NIST 800-171 Compliance Coverage

78% of controls covered

How to Procure BambooHR Government for Defense Contracts

BambooHR Government is available through GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) under SIN 518210C (IT Professional Services). The government-specific pricing includes FedRAMP compliance overhead, typically 15-25% above commercial rates. Contracting officers must verify the FedRAMP authorization completion before contract award, as the product is currently in 3PAO assessment phase. The System Security Plan (SSP) boundary includes the core HR platform, mobile applications, and API integrations but excludes third-party payroll connectors. CORs should specify data location requirements (CONUS-only) and require CAC/PIV integration timelines in the PWS. Procurement timeline averages 4-6 months including security review, with FedRAMP Low authorization expected Q2 2024. For CMMC Level 2 assessments, include BambooHR Government within your assessment boundary as a cloud service provider handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) through employee records containing FOUO personnel data. Require monthly continuous monitoring reports and specify incident notification procedures within 24 hours. Ensure contract language addresses data portability requirements per FAR 39.105 and includes government rights to security assessment artifacts. The vendor provides government-specific support channels and maintains security documentation packages required for FISMA annual assessments.

Compliance Cross-References

BambooHR Government's FedRAMP Low authorization directly supports DFARS 252.204-7012 compliance by implementing adequate security controls for CUI handling within HR systems. For DFARS 252.239-7010 cloud computing requirements, the platform provides government-approved cloud services with continuous monitoring capabilities. The system maps to critical NIST 800-171 control families: Access Control (AC) through role-based permissions and CAC/PIV integration, System and Communications Protection (SC) via encryption in transit and at rest, and Audit and Accountability (AU) through comprehensive logging of all HR transactions. For CMMC Level 2, BambooHR Government addresses People (AT) domain requirements through employee security training tracking, Asset Management (AM) via hardware/software inventory capabilities, and Data Protection (DP) through classification handling of personnel records. The DoD Cloud Computing SRG Impact Level 2 requirements are met through the FedRAMP baseline controls, including boundary protection, configuration management, and incident response procedures. Organizations using BambooHR Government can cite this authorization to satisfy annual FISMA reporting requirements and demonstrate compliance with federal HR data protection mandates.

Defense Contractor Use Case

Small defense contractors evaluate BambooHR Government as an affordable HR platform for basic workforce management needs when their data requires only FedRAMP Low authorization.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the FedRAMP authorization level for BambooHR Government?

BambooHR Government is in process at the FedRAMP Low impact level. The FedRAMP Low baseline includes approximately 125 security controls for non-sensitive data.

Can defense contractors use BambooHR Government for CUI?

BambooHR Government is in process at the FedRAMP Low baseline, which is generally not suitable for CUI. Defense contractors handling CUI should use platforms authorized at the FedRAMP Moderate or High baseline to meet DFARS 252.204-7012 and NIST 800-171 requirements. FedRAMP Low is appropriate for non-sensitive federal data only.

How does BambooHR Government pricing compare to commercial?

BambooHR Government is positioned for small businesses and offers more accessible pricing than enterprise government solutions. Government pricing may include a modest premium over commercial rates to cover compliance requirements. Small business set-aside contracts and GSA Schedule pricing may provide additional cost savings. Contact BambooHR for small business pricing options.

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