FedRAMP Authorized — High Impact
Zscaler Government Cloud by Zscaler. 6 compliance features verified.
Zscaler Government Cloud
by Zscaler
Impact Level
High
Status
Authorized
Pricing
enterprise
Authorization Date: August 22, 2020 | Sponsoring Agency: DoD
Overview
Zscaler Government Cloud is a FedRAMP High authorized zero trust security platform that provides secure internet access, private access, and digital experience monitoring. It replaces traditional VPN and firewall architectures with a cloud-delivered security model. All traffic is inspected inline without performance degradation.
Key Features
Certifications & Authorizations
Deployment Options
NIST 800-171 Compliance Coverage
How to Procure Zscaler Government Cloud for Defense Contracts
Zscaler Government Cloud is available through GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract 47QTCA18D008J under SIN 54151S (IT Professional Services). The product is also procurable via SEWP V contracts and CIO-SP3 OASIS. Government pricing includes significant discounts compared to commercial rates, typically 15-25% below standard pricing with volume discounts available for enterprise deployments. The authorization boundary encompasses the complete ZGC platform including ZIA, ZPA, and ZDX components operating in Zscaler's FedRAMP High environment. Contracting officers must approve the specific service modules (ZIA/ZPA/ZDX), user count, bandwidth requirements, and any additional professional services for implementation. The FedRAMP authorization package includes the complete System Security Plan (SSP), Security Assessment Report (SAR), and Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M). Typical procurement timeline is 60-90 days including technical evaluation, security review, and contract execution. Implementation can begin immediately upon contract award as no additional ATO is required due to existing FedRAMP High authorization. For CMMC assessments, include ZGC within your assessment boundary as a critical security control for CUI protection, particularly for AC (Access Control) and SC (System and Communications Protection) control families.
Compliance Cross-References
Zscaler Government Cloud directly supports DFARS 252.204-7012 compliance by providing adequate security controls for Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) through its FedRAMP High authorization. The platform addresses DFARS 252.239-7010 cloud computing security requirements via comprehensive data-at-rest and in-transit encryption, continuous monitoring, and incident response capabilities. For NIST 800-171 compliance, ZGC provides critical controls across Access Control (AC) family through zero trust architecture and multifactor authentication, System and Communications Protection (SC) through encrypted tunnels and secure web gateways, and Audit and Accountability (AU) through comprehensive logging and SIEM integration. The platform supports CMMC Level 2 domains including Access Control (AC), Audit and Accountability (AU), Configuration Management (CM), Identification and Authentication (IA), Incident Response (IR), Risk Assessment (RA), Security Assessment (CA), and System and Communications Protection (SC). ZGC's DoD SRG Impact Level 4 authorization ensures compliance with DoD Cloud Computing Security Requirements Guide (SRG), providing approved cloud services for processing CUI and supporting DoD's zero trust architecture initiatives.
Defense Contractor Use Case
Defense contractors deploy Zscaler Government Cloud to implement zero trust architecture, providing secure remote access to applications and protecting against data exfiltration of CUI.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FedRAMP authorization level for Zscaler Government Cloud?
Zscaler Government Cloud is authorized at the FedRAMP High impact level, with authorization granted on 2020-08-22 sponsored by DoD. The FedRAMP High baseline includes approximately 421 security controls and is the most rigorous authorization level.
Can defense contractors use Zscaler Government Cloud for CUI?
Yes, Zscaler Government Cloud 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 Zscaler Government Cloud pricing compare to commercial?
Zscaler Government Cloud 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 Zscaler directly or check GSA Advantage for current government pricing.
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