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Kenny is an accomplished leader with a two decade tenure in Information Security and IT Audit. He's widely acknowledged in the industry and has a profound dedication to it. In addition to his technical expertise, Kenny's portfolio includes substantial experience in business strategy, investment, and programming. On the personal side, Kenny is a devoted husband to Angie Scott and a proud father of five. A music enthusiast, he relishes playing the guitar and enjoys surfing when a beach is within reach.

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February 13, 2024

Easily Generate Accurate NIST 800-53 FedRAMP Rev 5 Documents

Transition from NIST 800-53 Rev 4 to Rev 5 effortlessly with Paramify. Generate FedRAMP SSP in OSCAL and DOCX quickly and efficiently.

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FedRAMP Vulnerability Acceptance and Deviation Requests Under CR26: What CSPs Should Know
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November 13, 2026

FedRAMP Vulnerability Acceptance and Deviation Requests Under CR26: What CSPs Should Know

FedRAMP VDR and VER add a fifth deviation request: accepted vulnerabilities. Learn how PAIN levels work and what Rev 5 providers must report by Dec. 7.

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FedRAMP 20x Transparency: Why an All-Green Trust Center Isn't the Goal
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November 10, 2026

FedRAMP 20x Transparency: Why an All-Green Trust Center Isn't the Goal

FedRAMP 20x rewards honest trust centers. Learn why an all-green dashboard is a red flag, how agencies check your data, and why VDR is step one.

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How to Choose a FedRAMP VDR Tool: Why Your Scanner Can't Set PAIN Levels
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November 3, 2026

How to Choose a FedRAMP VDR Tool: Why Your Scanner Can't Set PAIN Levels

Your scanner finds vulnerabilities, but it can't set FedRAMP PAIN levels. Learn what a VDR and VER tool needs to do and why asset context matters.

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Should You Use a FedRAMP Accelerator? An Honest Look at the Tradeoffs
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July 15, 2026

Should You Use a FedRAMP Accelerator? An Honest Look at the Tradeoffs

FedRAMP Accelerators promise fast federal market access — for a price. Here’s when they make sense, when they don't, what to check in the contract, and the alternatives.

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The Future of FedRAMP: 20x, Agents, and Continuous Validation
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February 20, 2026

The Future of FedRAMP: 20x, Agents, and Continuous Validation

FedRAMP is changing. Learn how the 20x pilot, AI agents, and first principles are killing the "spreadsheet from hell" to modernize SaaS compliance.

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The Future of GRC Automation: From 'Green Checkmark' Theater to Real-Time Trust
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December 15, 2025

The Future of GRC Automation: From 'Green Checkmark' Theater to Real-Time Trust

The future of GRC automation moves beyond static audits to Continuous Monitoring and Real-Time Trust Centers. FedRAMP 20x is revolutionizing risk management.

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FedRAMP vs. ITAR: Key Differences and Compliance Considerations
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October 22, 2025

FedRAMP vs. ITAR: Key Differences and Compliance Considerations

Explore FedRAMP vs ITAR: Key differences in cloud security & defense export controls. Learn compliance tips & how Paramify simplifies FedRAMP Compliance and GRC.

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FedRAMP VDR and VER Explained: Understand the Vulnerability Detection and Response Standard and How to Meet It
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October 13, 2026

FedRAMP VDR and VER Explained: Understand the Vulnerability Detection and Response Standard and How to Meet It

Understand the FedRAMP VDR and VER standards for continuous monitoring requirements. Learn how LEV/IRV filters & N1-N5 PAIN ratings apply.

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Why Tech in Government Moves So Slow
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May 21, 2025

Why Tech in Government Moves So Slow

Discover why government tech adoption lags due to legacy systems, red tape, and ATO delays. Learn how FedRAMP 20x aims to accelerate secure, inclusive innovation.

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What is CUI? Understanding Controlled Unclassified Information
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April 21, 2025

What is CUI? Understanding Controlled Unclassified Information

Understand CUI in DoD contracts: types, examples, and compliance. Protect sensitive info with our guide!

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5 Common FedRAMP Mistakes to Avoid
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March 19, 2025

5 Common FedRAMP Mistakes to Avoid

These are 5 common mistakes to avoid if you need FedRAMP authorization! Ace the compliance process with these steps. 

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The 2 Things I Wish I Could Change About FedRAMP
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March 13, 2025

The 2 Things I Wish I Could Change About FedRAMP

FedRAMP creates great security, but how could it be better and increase adoption? Kenny Scott shares his ideas.

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What is FedRAMP?
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March 5, 2025

What is FedRAMP?

What is FedRAMP? The Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program standardizes cloud security for U.S. government agencies. Learn about impact levels, costs ($250K-$3M+), and certification paths.

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What Is Risk Management?
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September 14, 2023

What Is Risk Management?

The best risk management addresses risks with both qualitative and quantitative evaluations. Learn the 3 pillars of risk management for better cybersecurity

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Why Security Measures Often Fail
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February 6, 2024

Why Security Measures Often Fail

Learn common mistakes that cause security organizations to fail. Use these tips to improve your CSP’s cybersecurity efforts and security posture.

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What Does it Take to Create a New FedRAMP Revision?
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February 18, 2024

What Does it Take to Create a New FedRAMP Revision?

FedRAMP updates ensure security protocols stay effective, adapting to emerging threats and protecting data in an evolving digital landscape.

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What are FedRAMP POA&Ms? Plan of Actions and Milestones Explained
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October 26, 2025

What are FedRAMP POA&Ms? Plan of Actions and Milestones Explained

POAMs (Plan of Actions and Milestones) are vital in risk management. Use POA&M automation software to identify, track, resolve vulnerabilities, & improve security and compliance

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Unpacking the NIST 800-53 Rev 5 FedRAMP Update
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June 22, 2023

Unpacking the NIST 800-53 Rev 5 FedRAMP Update

FedRAMP Rev 5 brings new, split, and removed controls. Learn how Paramify’s Risk Solutions simplify compliance and streamline your documentation.

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Unpacking the FedRAMP Rev 5 SI-4 (18) Updates: Steganography and Covert Channels
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June 28, 2023

Unpacking the FedRAMP Rev 5 SI-4 (18) Updates: Steganography and Covert Channels

FedRAMP Rev 5 update to SI-4 (18) emphasizes data exfiltration monitoring, focusing on covert channels like steganography.

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Understanding GRC: Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance
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September 26, 2024

Understanding GRC: Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance

Understand Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC) by breaking down its 3 components. Learn the significance and how it helps businesses thrive.

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Understanding the FedRAMP Rev 5 PS-4 Update: A 4-Hr Limit for Access Revocation
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September 21, 2023

Understanding the FedRAMP Rev 5 PS-4 Update: A 4-Hr Limit for Access Revocation

FedRAMP and StateRAMP now require terminated employee access to be revoked within 4 hours. Learn how SSO and HRIS integration simplifies compliance.

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The Quick & Affordable Way to Get TX-RAMP or StateRAMP Certified: A Paramify Case Study
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February 6, 2024

The Quick & Affordable Way to Get TX-RAMP or StateRAMP Certified: A Paramify Case Study

Small & medium companies looking to get StateRAMP, TX-RAMP, or FedRAMP authorized benefit from affordable cybersecurity gap assessment and documentation tools

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The Top 5 Signals Your Company is Prioritizing Compliance Over Actual Security
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February 20, 2024

The Top 5 Signals Your Company is Prioritizing Compliance Over Actual Security

What to look out for in your CSP to make sure cybersecurity priorities are in the right place in protecting data, and not just passing an audit.

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The Benefits and Shortcomings of OSCAL
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December 1, 2025

The Benefits and Shortcomings of OSCAL

Learn the advantages and downsides of an OSCAL based Digital Authorization Package. There’s an easy way how to convert your SSP & ATO to a digital package.

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Automate Security Questionnaires: Expedite Responses and Customer Deals
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March 15, 2024

Automate Security Questionnaires: Expedite Responses and Customer Deals

Security questionnaire automation software manages requests better. See how Alumni used Paramify to streamline responses & accelerate customer acquisitions.

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Risk Solutions Explained
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June 25, 2024

Risk Solutions Explained

Fast FedRAMP compliance documentation is possible with Paramify’s Risk Solutions. Learn what they are & how to create them before you build your SSP.

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Risk Solutions: A Step-by-Step Guide
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October 6, 2023

Risk Solutions: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to optimize your security program faster for less with Risk Solutions – a simple, effective way to automate security planning and compliance documentation

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Easily Generate Accurate NIST 800-53 FedRAMP Rev 5 Documents
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February 13, 2024

Easily Generate Accurate NIST 800-53 FedRAMP Rev 5 Documents

Transition from NIST 800-53 Rev 4 to Rev 5 effortlessly with Paramify. Generate FedRAMP SSP in OSCAL and DOCX quickly and efficiently.

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