FedRAMP Authorized — Moderate Impact
Google Cloud for Government by Google. 6 compliance features verified.
Google Cloud for Government
by Google
Impact Level
Moderate
Status
Authorized
Pricing
enterprise
Authorization Date: January 12, 2022 | Sponsoring Agency: GSA
Overview
Google Cloud for Government provides a FedRAMP Moderate authorized cloud platform with advanced AI/ML capabilities and data analytics tools. It offers Assured Workloads for creating compliance-controlled environments. The platform supports BigQuery, Vertex AI, and other Google Cloud services within a government boundary.
Key Features
Certifications & Authorizations
Deployment Options
NIST 800-171 Compliance Coverage
How to Procure Google Cloud for Government for Defense Contracts
Google Cloud for Government is available through GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) under SIN 518210C (Cloud Computing Services) and SEWP VI. Government pricing includes volume discounts and sustained use discounts specific to federal agencies, with committed use discounts available for predictable workloads. The FedRAMP Moderate P-ATO covers the core GCP services within designated government regions, requiring agencies to complete their own ATO process. Contracting officers must approve the use of Assured Workloads for compliance boundary enforcement and validate that data processing remains within authorized government regions. The authorization boundary includes compute, storage, networking, and AI/ML services but excludes certain consumer-grade APIs. Typical procurement timeline spans 4-6 months including security review, ATO completion, and technical implementation. For CMMC assessment boundaries, Google Cloud for Government infrastructure is considered external to contractor CUI boundaries, but contractors must implement proper data flow controls and access management within their GCP tenancy. Agencies should specify required compliance controls in their RFP, particularly for CUI handling and data residency requirements.
Compliance Cross-References
Google Cloud for Government's FedRAMP Moderate authorization directly supports DFARS 252.204-7012 CUI protection requirements through Assured Workloads compliance controls and encryption at rest/in transit. For DFARS 252.239-7010 cloud computing requirements, the platform provides adequate security through government-dedicated regions and enhanced monitoring. NIST 800-171 control families are addressed comprehensively: Access Control (AC) through IAM and VPC security groups, System and Communications Protection (SC) via encryption and network segmentation, and Audit and Accountability (AU) through Cloud Audit Logs and Security Command Center. CMMC Level 2 domains align well, particularly Access Control (AC), Audit and Accountability (AU), System and Communications Protection (SC), and System and Information Integrity (SI) through Google's security monitoring capabilities. DoD Cloud Computing SRG Impact Level 2 requirements are satisfied through the government region deployment model, FIPS 140-2 cryptography, and continuous monitoring. Contractors using GCP for Government must still implement additional NIST 800-171 controls for CUI processing workflows and maintain proper data governance within their cloud tenancy.
Defense Contractor Use Case
Defense contractors use Google Cloud for Government to run advanced analytics, AI/ML workloads, and data processing pipelines on non-CUI federal data requiring FedRAMP Moderate authorization.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FedRAMP authorization level for Google Cloud for Government?
Google Cloud for Government is authorized at the FedRAMP Moderate impact level, with authorization granted on 2022-01-12 sponsored by GSA. The FedRAMP Moderate baseline includes approximately 325 security controls covering confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Can defense contractors use Google Cloud for Government for CUI?
Google Cloud 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 Google Cloud for Government pricing compare to commercial?
Google Cloud for Government government pricing is typically negotiated on an enterprise basis and may differ from commercial list prices. Government and defense contractor pricing often includes compliance overhead that can make it 15-30% higher than commercial equivalents. However, volume discounts, GSA Schedule pricing, and multi-year commitments can help offset these costs. Contact Google directly or check GSA Advantage for current government pricing.
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