How GitLab supports the FedRAMP authorization journey

FedRAMP standardizes cloud security authorization for federal agencies, allowing providers to offer compliant services. Organizations can achieve FedRAMP certification through preparation, authorization package submission, assessment, and continuous monitoring. FedRAMP categorizes security requirements into three levels based on data impact. NIST 800-53 security controls guide FedRAMP's requirements, covering areas such as vulnerability management, secure supply chain, and change management. Self-managed GitLab supports FedRAMP compliance with features like security configuration, access control, audit logging, incident response, and configuration management. GitLab's security configuration tools include security scanning, dependency scanning, and static application security testing. Access management options for GitLab include identity providers and native authentication. For FedRAMP compliance, use an identity provider rather than native authentication and ensure it's listed on the FedRAMP Marketplace. GitLab provides audit event logging and incident management tools to meet accountability requirements. For FIPS compliance, GitLab offers versions with FIPS-validated cryptographic modules and detailed configuration guidance.