Key Components of the Documentation and Policy Development Solutions

• System Security Plan (SSP) Development: Centris works closely with organizations to develop a comprehensive System Security Plan (SSP) tailored to their specific cloud service offering. The SSP outlines the security controls, policies, and procedures that the organization has in place to protect federal data in accordance with FedRAMP requirements.
• System Security Plan (SSP) Enhancement: For organizations with existing System Security Plans (SSPs), Centris assists in enhancing and aligning these plans with FedRAMP standards. The SSP documents the implementation of security controls, including how they are tailored to the cloud service's specific environment.
• Risk Assessment Documentation: Centris helps organizations create and maintain detailed risk assessment documentation as required by FedRAMP. This includes identifying potential risks, vulnerabilities, and threats to federal data, assessing their impact, and documenting plans for mitigating or accepting these risks.
• Incident Response Plan (IRP) Development: A critical component of FedRAMP compliance is having a well-defined Incident Response Plan (IRP). Centris assists in the development of an IRP, outlining the organization's procedures for detecting, responding to, and mitigating security incidents involving federal data.
• Contingency Plan (CP) Creation: Centris guides organizations in creating a Contingency Plan (CP) that outlines strategies for maintaining data availability and integrity during disruptions. The CP covers disaster recovery, data backup, and continuity of operations procedures.
• Access Control Policies: Centris helps organizations establish and document access control policies that govern who has access to federal data, how access is granted, and under what conditions. This includes user authentication, authorization, and management.
• Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA): For cloud services handling personally identifiable information (PII) or sensitive data, Centris assists in conducting Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs). PIAs evaluate the privacy risks and impacts associated with data handling and provide recommendations for compliance.
• Compliance Policies and Procedures: Centris works with organizations to create and document compliance-specific policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with FedRAMP requirements. These policies cover areas such as incident reporting, security training, and compliance monitoring.
• Document Management and Version Control: Centris helps establish robust document management practices, including version control and document retention policies. This ensures that documentation remains current and compliant with evolving FedRAMP standards.

Benefits

Alignment with FedRAMP Requirements: Centris ensures that all documentation is fully aligned with FedRAMP control requirements and guidelines.

• Clear Articulation of Security Measures: Well-documented policies and plans provide a clear articulation of the security measures in place, instilling confidence in federal agencies.
• Comprehensive Documentation: Organizations benefit from a comprehensive set of documents covering security controls, risk assessments, incident response, and more.
• Streamlined Compliance: Properly documented policies and plans streamline the path to FedRAMP compliance, reducing potential roadblocks during assessments.
• Evidence for Assessors: Documentation serves as essential evidence for assessors, demonstrating the organization's commitment to security and compliance.