FedRAMP Authorization under FISMA

Compliance-aligned fedramp authorization meeting FISMA requirements

Overview

JaMaxwell guides cloud service providers and federal agencies through the FedRAMP authorization process. We produce System Security Plans, conduct readiness assessments, prepare 3PAO audit packages, build continuous monitoring programs, and manage the full documentation lifecycle from initiation through Authority to Operate. Our team has worked with both agency-sponsored and JAB authorization paths at Moderate and High baselines.

FISMA Requirements

FISMA (Federal Information Security Modernization Act) requires federal agencies to implement information security programs based on NIST standards and guidelines. Agencies must categorize systems using FIPS 199, select controls from NIST SP 800-53, implement and assess those controls, authorize systems to operate, and continuously monitor security posture. JaMaxwell supports all phases of the FISMA lifecycle: system categorization, control selection and implementation, security assessment, ATO package preparation, and continuous monitoring with automated scanning and reporting.

Why JaMaxwell

  • SBA-certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB)
  • Primary NAICS: 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services)
  • Security-cleared staff with active federal engagements
  • Headquartered in Fairfax, VA, 20 miles from the Pentagon
  • Demonstrated FISMA assessment and implementation capability

Technologies

OSCALGRC platformsSplunkTenable.ioAWS Security Hub