Acquia FedRAMP Authority to Operate Renewal

This document is a technical report detailing Acquia's renewal of its FedRAMP Authority to Operate (ATO). It outlines the significance of FedRAMP compliance for federal agencies, emphasizing the importance of security and integrity in digital platforms. Acquia has maintained its status as the only non-governmental Drupal hosting provider with FedRAMP certification since April 2016. The report explains the rigorous process Acquia underwent to secure this certification, including a third-party audit and adherence to NIST SP 800-53 Revision 4 standards. It describes the three key steps involved in the FedRAMP process: Security Assessment, Leveraging and Authorization, and Ongoing Assessment and Authorization. The document also highlights the benefits of FedRAMP for government agencies, such as cost and time savings, improved security visibility, and a uniform risk management approach. Overall, it presents Acquia's commitment to meeting the security and compliance needs of its federal customers.