FedRAMP Authorization Package for M365 GCC High
Official FedRAMP authorization documentation, security controls, and compliance materials for Microsoft 365 Government Community Cloud High from Microsoft Learn.
Overview
The FedRAMP Authorization Package provides official documentation for Microsoft 365 Government Community Cloud High’s Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) authorization. This external resource is maintained by Microsoft on Microsoft Learn and includes the most current compliance documentation.
What’s Included
This Microsoft Learn documentation page provides:
Official FedRAMP Documentation
- Complete authorization package details
- Security control implementation statements
- System Security Plan (SSP) overview
- FedRAMP High authorization scope
Compliance Frameworks
- NIST 800-53 control mappings
- Security assessment reports
- Continuous monitoring approach
- Audit artifacts and evidence
Technical Implementation
- Security architecture diagrams
- Control inheritance documentation
- Shared responsibility model
- Boundary definitions
Why Use This Resource
Official Source: This is the authoritative documentation directly from Microsoft, ensuring accuracy and currency.
Always Current: Unlike downloadable PDFs, this web resource is updated regularly as Microsoft maintains and renews authorizations.
Comprehensive: Includes not just FedRAMP but related compliance frameworks and mappings.
Government-Verified: Documentation reflects actual authorized implementations, not just proposals.
Who Should Use This
- Compliance Officers - Validating FedRAMP compliance and control implementation
- Security Engineers - Understanding security architecture and inherited controls
- Auditors - Reviewing authorization status and assessment reports
- Risk Management - Assessing residual risk and agency responsibilities
How to Use
- Click the link above to access the official Microsoft Learn documentation
- Bookmark for reference - You’ll return to this frequently during authorization activities
- Review systematically - Work through sections relevant to your authorization needs
- Cross-reference - Use alongside your agency’s SSP development
Related Microsoft Resources
From the same documentation hub:
- GCC High Service Description - Detailed technical specifications
- Data Residency Documentation - Data location and sovereignty details
- Shared Responsibility Model - Understanding agency vs. Microsoft responsibilities
- Compliance Manager - Interactive compliance assessment tool
Companion PubSecAI Content
- FedRAMP Compliance Video - Video walkthrough of key compliance concepts
- Secure Deployment Guide - How to implement and validate controls
- Security Baseline Template - Documenting your control implementations
Important Notes
External Link: This resource directs you to Microsoft Learn. While we validate links regularly, please report broken links via our feedback form.
Authentication: Some detailed documentation may require Microsoft Partner or government credentials.
Updates: Microsoft updates this documentation regularly. Last verified by PubSecAI on November 10, 2024.
Offline Access: For offline reference, Microsoft provides downloadable compliance packages through the Service Trust Portal (authentication required).
Resource Type: External Documentation
Maintained By: Microsoft Corporation
Last Verified: November 10, 2024
Access: Free, no registration required for overview content