BlackBerry® AtHoc® is now listed as “In Process” to achieve Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) High Authorization status from the Joint Authorization Board (JAB). Once approved, BlackBerry AtHoc will be the first critical event management (CEM) solution to be authorized for FedRAMP High.
Currently, more than 75% of U.S. federal government agencies, and a growing number of organizations, use the interoperable CEM system for crisis communications and incident response. Organizations and governments can quickly activate incident response plans for critical events, capture real-time information, immediately account for all users and rapidly deploy secure communication to specified groups.
The Purpose of FedRAMP High
FedRAMP High authorization was introduced to secure the U.S. government’s most sensitive, unclassified data in cloud computing environments, including data that involves the protection of life. It is reserved for the protection of data where the loss of confidentiality, integrity, or availability could be expected to have a severe or catastrophic adverse effect on organizational operations, organizational assets, or individuals. This includes law enforcement and emergency services systems, financial systems and health systems.
“Achieving FedRAMP High authorization is a significant milestone for BlackBerry AtHoc, further validating our commitment to delivering the most secure and compliant critical communications solutions for our customers,” said Ramon Pinero, General Manager of BlackBerry AtHoc.
“This designation positions BlackBerry AtHoc as the premiere choice for organizations that request the highest levels of security, privacy, and operational flexibility. BlackBerry’s heritage is rooted in secure communications and we’re proud to continue being an industry leader.”
