Azure Kubernetes Service (Government)
by Microsoft (AKS)
Impact Level
High
Status
Authorized
Pricing
enterprise
Authorization Date: June 22, 2020 | Sponsoring Agency: DoD
Overview
Azure Kubernetes Service for Government provides managed Kubernetes orchestration within the Azure Government FedRAMP High boundary. It simplifies container deployment, management, and operations with integrated CI/CD and monitoring. AKS Government supports DoD workloads requiring IL4 and IL5 authorization.
Key Features
Defense Contractor Use Case
Defense contractors use AKS Government to run containerized mission-critical applications and microservices that process CUI, leveraging the FedRAMP High and DoD IL4/IL5 authorization boundary.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FedRAMP authorization level for Azure Kubernetes Service (Government)?
Azure Kubernetes Service (Government) is authorized at the FedRAMP High impact level, with authorization granted on 2020-06-22 sponsored by DoD. The FedRAMP High baseline includes approximately 421 security controls and is the most rigorous authorization level.
Can defense contractors use Azure Kubernetes Service (Government) for CUI?
Yes, Azure Kubernetes Service (Government) is authorized at the FedRAMP High baseline, which is suitable for protecting CUI. Defense contractors can use this platform for processing, storing, and transmitting CUI in compliance with NIST 800-171 and DFARS 252.204-7012 requirements. The High baseline provides the most comprehensive set of security controls for cloud services.
How does Azure Kubernetes Service (Government) pricing compare to commercial?
Azure Kubernetes Service (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 Microsoft (AKS) directly or check GSA Advantage for current government pricing.
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