Cloud Solutions Protected by StateRAMP Security Framework

This document is a Cloud Security Brief that outlines the StateRAMP Authorized Cloud Environment provided by SAP National Security Services (SAP NS2). It describes the challenges faced by state and local governments in adopting cloud solutions, particularly the need for standardized cybersecurity parameters to manage external threats. The document presents StateRAMP as a state-level cybersecurity framework that enables these governments to validate their cloud service providers' adherence to necessary security and data controls. It details how SAP NS2's cloud solutions are designed to operate within this framework, ensuring compliance and security for critical data. Furthermore, the brief highlights the benefits of StateRAMP for state and local agencies, including enhanced visibility into cloud operations and a standardized approach to cloud security that reduces IT spending and simplifies assessment processes. The document emphasizes the importance of a secure cloud environment for the digital transformation of government agencies.