FedRAMP Authorized — High Impact
Power BI GCC High by Microsoft. 6 compliance features verified.
Power BI GCC High
by Microsoft
Impact Level
High
Status
Authorized
Pricing
enterprise
Authorization Date: August 12, 2019 | Sponsoring Agency: DoD
Overview
Power BI GCC High is a FedRAMP High authorized business intelligence and data visualization platform within the Azure Government boundary. It provides interactive dashboards, reports, and AI-powered analytics for defense and government organizations. The platform integrates natively with Microsoft 365 GCC High and Azure Government data sources.
Key Features
Certifications & Authorizations
Deployment Options
NIST 800-171 Compliance Coverage
How to Procure Power BI GCC High for Defense Contracts
Power BI GCC High is available through GSA MAS Schedule 70 IT Schedule (SIN 132-51), SEWP V contracts (Group A - Microsoft Corporation), and CIO-SP3 OASIS+ vehicles. Government pricing follows Microsoft Enterprise Agreement terms with federal discounts typically 5-15% below commercial rates. The authorization boundary encompasses the entire Azure Government infrastructure supporting Power BI services, requiring SSP documentation to include data flow diagrams between Power BI, Azure Active Directory Government, and integrated Office 365 GCC High services. Contracting officers must approve the Cloud Service Offering (CSO) through the FedRAMP Marketplace, validate the Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) reports, and ensure the Statement of Work includes data residency requirements within Azure Government regions (Iowa, Arizona, Texas, Virginia). Procurement timeline typically spans 3-4 months including security review, technical evaluation, and authorization boundary approval. For CMMC assessment boundary inclusion, document Power BI as a cloud service provider (OSC) with inherited controls from Microsoft's System Security Plan, map data flows to CUI handling requirements, and include Power BI service accounts in your contractor environment network diagrams. Ensure licensing covers Power BI Pro or Premium Per User licenses for GCC High tenancy.
Compliance Cross-References
Power BI GCC High directly supports DFARS 252.204-7012 CUI protection through Azure Government's FIPS 140-2 encryption and access controls mapped to NIST 800-171 SC (System and Communications Protection) family. DFARS 252.239-7010 cloud computing requirements are satisfied via FedRAMP High authorization and DoD IL4/IL5 compliance with data residency in CONUS-only Azure Government regions. NIST 800-171 control alignment includes AC (Access Control) through Azure AD Government integration, AU (Audit and Accountability) via comprehensive logging and monitoring, and SC controls through encrypted data transmission and storage. CMMC Level 2 domain coverage spans Access Control (AC), Audit and Accountability (AU), Configuration Management (CM), and System and Communications Protection (SC) domains through inherited Azure Government controls. DoD Cloud Computing SRG requirements are met through Microsoft's provisional authorization for IL4/IL5 workloads, including data-at-rest encryption, network segmentation, and incident response capabilities meeting SRG baseline security controls.
Defense Contractor Use Case
Defense contractors use Power BI GCC High for creating operational dashboards, analyzing program performance data, and generating compliance reports using data that includes CUI.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FedRAMP authorization level for Power BI GCC High?
Power BI GCC High is authorized at the FedRAMP High impact level, with authorization granted on 2019-08-12 sponsored by DoD. The FedRAMP High baseline includes approximately 421 security controls and is the most rigorous authorization level.
Can defense contractors use Power BI GCC High for CUI?
Yes, Power BI GCC High 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 Power BI GCC High pricing compare to commercial?
Power BI GCC High 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 directly or check GSA Advantage for current government pricing.
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