Google App Engine (Government)
by Google
Impact Level
Moderate
Status
Authorized
Pricing
varies
Authorization Date: April 18, 2022 | Sponsoring Agency: GSA
Overview
Google App Engine for Government provides a serverless application platform within the Google Cloud for Government boundary. It enables developers to build and deploy applications without managing servers, with automatic scaling and built-in security. The service supports Python, Java, Go, Node.js, and PHP.
Key Features
Defense Contractor Use Case
Defense contractors use Google App Engine Government for deploying serverless applications that process moderate-sensitivity federal data, especially those leveraging Google AI/ML services.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FedRAMP authorization level for Google App Engine (Government)?
Google App Engine (Government) is authorized at the FedRAMP Moderate impact level, with authorization granted on 2022-04-18 sponsored by GSA. The FedRAMP Moderate baseline includes approximately 325 security controls covering confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Can defense contractors use Google App Engine (Government) for CUI?
Google App Engine (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 Google App Engine (Government) pricing compare to commercial?
Google App Engine (Government) offers flexible pricing tiers that vary based on usage, features, and organization size. Government pricing may differ from commercial rates due to FedRAMP compliance overhead and dedicated infrastructure requirements. Google offers various consumption models that can be cost-effective depending on your usage patterns. Request a government-specific quote from Google or check GSA Advantage for available pricing.
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