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
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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