Rackspace Government Cloud
by Rackspace
Impact Level
Moderate
Status
Authorized
Pricing
mid market
Authorization Date: November 8, 2016 | Sponsoring Agency: DoD
Overview
Rackspace Government Cloud provides managed cloud hosting with a focus on personalized support and hybrid cloud solutions for government agencies. It offers dedicated hosting environments with FedRAMP Moderate authorization and managed security services. The platform excels at complex multi-cloud management.
Key Features
Defense Contractor Use Case
Defense contractors use Rackspace Government Cloud when they need managed cloud services with dedicated support, particularly for complex multi-cloud or hybrid deployments with moderate sensitivity data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FedRAMP authorization level for Rackspace Government Cloud?
Rackspace Government Cloud is authorized at the FedRAMP Moderate impact level, with authorization granted on 2016-11-08 sponsored by DoD. The FedRAMP Moderate baseline includes approximately 325 security controls covering confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Can defense contractors use Rackspace Government Cloud for CUI?
Rackspace Government Cloud 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 Rackspace Government Cloud pricing compare to commercial?
Rackspace Government Cloud government pricing is generally competitive with commercial pricing, though the government edition may carry a premium of 10-20% to cover FedRAMP compliance and dedicated infrastructure costs. Mid-market organizations can often access government pricing through GSA Schedule contracts or reseller partners. Contact Rackspace for a quote tailored to your organization size and requirements.
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