FedRAMP Authorized — Moderate Impact
Cornerstone OnDemand Government by Cornerstone. 6 compliance features verified.
Cornerstone OnDemand Government
by Cornerstone
Impact Level
Moderate
Status
Authorized
Pricing
mid market
Authorization Date: October 14, 2019 | Sponsoring Agency: GSA
Overview
Cornerstone OnDemand Government provides FedRAMP Moderate authorized learning management and talent development for government organizations. It offers compliance training, skills development, and performance management. The platform excels at mandatory training tracking and certification management.
Key Features
Certifications & Authorizations
Deployment Options
NIST 800-171 Compliance Coverage
How to Procure Cornerstone OnDemand Government for Defense Contracts
Cornerstone OnDemand Government is available through GSA MAS Schedule 70 (IT Schedule) under SIN 132-51 (Information Technology Professional Services). The solution is also procurable via SEWP V and CIO-SP3 OASIS contract vehicles. Government pricing includes significant discounts from commercial rates, typically 15-25% below standard enterprise pricing, with additional volume discounts for agencies exceeding 5,000 users. The FedRAMP authorization boundary encompasses the core learning management platform, content delivery network, mobile applications, and API gateway services - contracting officers must ensure their specific use case falls within this documented boundary in the System Security Plan (SSP). Required procurement documentation includes the FedRAMP authorization letter, SSP review, and privacy impact assessment validation. Agencies must coordinate with their ISSO to review control inheritance documentation and complete a governance risk compliance (GRC) assessment. Typical procurement timeline spans 90-120 days including technical evaluation, security review, and ATO processes. For CMMC assessment purposes, Cornerstone OnDemand Government should be included in the assessment boundary as a connected external system, requiring documentation of data flows, access controls, and shared responsibility matrix between the contractor and Cornerstone for security control implementation.
Compliance Cross-References
Cornerstone OnDemand Government's FedRAMP Moderate authorization directly supports DFARS 252.204-7012 compliance by providing adequate security controls for Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) processing. The platform's cloud deployment satisfies DFARS 252.239-7010 requirements through its FedRAMP authorization and continuous monitoring program. NIST 800-171 control family compliance includes: Access Control (AC) through role-based permissions and multi-factor authentication, System and Communications Protection (SC) via encryption in transit and at rest using FIPS 140-2 validated cryptographic modules, and Audit and Accountability (AU) through comprehensive logging and monitoring capabilities. For CMMC Level 2 domains, the solution addresses Access Control (AC), Audit and Accountability (AU), Configuration Management (CM), Identification and Authentication (IA), System and Communications Protection (SC), and System and Information Integrity (SI) practices. The DoD Cloud Computing Security Requirements Guide (SRG) IL2 controls are inherited through the FedRAMP authorization, providing government contractors with a pre-approved solution for training and talent management requirements while maintaining CUI protection standards.
Defense Contractor Use Case
Defense contractors use Cornerstone Government for mandatory compliance training, cybersecurity awareness programs, and tracking employee certifications required for CMMC and government contracts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FedRAMP authorization level for Cornerstone OnDemand Government?
Cornerstone OnDemand Government is authorized at the FedRAMP Moderate impact level, with authorization granted on 2019-10-14 sponsored by GSA. The FedRAMP Moderate baseline includes approximately 325 security controls covering confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Can defense contractors use Cornerstone OnDemand Government for CUI?
Cornerstone OnDemand 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 Cornerstone OnDemand Government pricing compare to commercial?
Cornerstone OnDemand 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 Cornerstone for a quote tailored to your organization size and requirements.
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