Splunk Cloud for Government
by Cisco (Splunk)
Impact Level
Moderate
Status
Authorized
Pricing
enterprise
Authorization Date: February 14, 2020 | Sponsoring Agency: DHS
Overview
Splunk Cloud for Government is a FedRAMP Moderate authorized SIEM and observability platform. It provides log management, security analytics, and threat detection using machine learning. The platform enables security teams to investigate incidents and demonstrate compliance with audit trails.
Key Features
Defense Contractor Use Case
Defense contractors deploy Splunk Cloud Government as their SIEM solution for centralized log management, security monitoring, and generating compliance reports required for CMMC and NIST 800-171.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FedRAMP authorization level for Splunk Cloud for Government?
Splunk Cloud for Government is authorized at the FedRAMP Moderate impact level, with authorization granted on 2020-02-14 sponsored by DHS. The FedRAMP Moderate baseline includes approximately 325 security controls covering confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Can defense contractors use Splunk Cloud for Government for CUI?
Splunk 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 Splunk Cloud for Government pricing compare to commercial?
Splunk 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 Cisco (Splunk) directly or check GSA Advantage for current government pricing.
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