FedRAMP Authorized in 30 Days

Submit for FedRAMP 20x in 10 Days with Paramify

7 of the 25 of the orgs that successfully achieved authorization in the 20x Pilot used Paramify to accelerate their process.

Transform9 even prepared and submitted their package in less than 10 days using Paramify. They started the process with a company that couldn’t provide the required machine-readable documentation.

After switching to Paramify they prepared and submitted their ATO package in 8 days.

Rob Otten of Flock Safety has this to say about working with Paramify on their 20x package:

“We literally had one person to collect evidence for the KSIs in a machine-readable format and we submitted within 2 weeks. It was outstanding from [Paramify] and our team." - Rob Otten, Flock Safety

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‍If FedRAMP has been on your radar, but the time, cost, difficulty and/or sponsorship requirements have stood in your way, now may be the perfect time to get authorized.

→ Request a demo to see if 20x is within reach for your org

Who Should Do FedRAMP 20x?

Yes to Startups, Medium-sized, & Enterprise SaaS Orgs:

The federal government spends more than $100 billion a year on software. But, you’re going to need FedRAMP authorization if you want them to consider buying your software.

Until now the requirements to get FedRAMP have been very difficult, especially for smaller companies that couldn’t stomach the high costs, excessive timelines, and risk of not finding a sponsor.

20x simplifies the FedRAMP process without sacrificing excellent security practices.

So, you smaller startups, this is your chance to open doors to government contracts that have been out of reach in the past.

But, it’s not just for startups. 20x is a great fit for medium to enterprise businesses too — as long as you like spending less and moving faster.

Yes to Business With Strong Security

20x is not intended to lower security standards for CSPs selling to the government. Secure, quality software is more needed than ever before.

If you think 20x is a shortcut to contracts without a strong security posture, it’s not.

You will, however, see simplified processes and less documentation.

Reach out if you’re not sure whether the security requirements are attainable for your org. We’d be happy to help you assess your situation and see if 20x could be a fit for your org.

Yes to Cloud-Native Services on an Authorized Platform

20x is ideal for businesses that are cloud-native on an authorized platform like AWS, Azure, or GCP. If your infrastructure is already running on one of these platforms, you’re off to a great start.

Yes if You Don't Have a Sponsor

No sponsor, no problem. You can achieve FedRAMP authorization without a government agency sponsor with 20x.

Not for FedRAMP High (Yet)

20x may not be for you if you’re eyeing contracts that require FedRAMP High.

FedRAMP 20x Authorization is available for Low impact with Moderate coming soon (as of September, 2025).

We expect to see a 20x option for High, but probably not until after the Moderate pilot closes in February, 2026.

We’ll keep you updated.

Paramify: Automated FedRAMP 20x Compliance Software

Whether you’re doing 20x or the traditional Rev 5 FedRAMP route, you can automate much of your FedRAMP and ConMon processes with Paramify. Onboarding is fast, easy and you can get started in hours.

There are 3 phases to FedRAMP:

Plan
Report
Monitor.

You can automate and accelerate each step with Paramify.

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1- Plan

A quick intake session collects data on your system’s “People, Process, and Tech” (e.g., team members, deployment locations, and components) to create a Key Security Indicator (KSI) roadmap to streamline your process.

2- Implement

Strategic Implementation & Efficient Assessment

Using your implementation roadmap you can tackle KSIs strategically to eliminate wasted time and effort. As you implement it’s simple to update your KSIs and see your status reflected in your compliance dashboard.

Automated Evidence Collection Simplifies Assessment

Assessment moves quickly and smoothly with your accurate reporting and evidence. Paramify provides scripts to help you properly gather and validate proper KSI implementation.

Assessors love the transparently-gathered evidence collected in the Paramify app.

3- Report

Instant Machine-Readable Documentation

It’s easy to update your status in Paramify as you implement solutions to the KSIs in your roadmap.

Any required reporting is automatically created as you document your KSIs. You can instantly generate machine-readable reports as soon as your implementation is complete.

With our unique Risk Solutions platform you can also instantly generate any needed SSP(s), CRMs, Policies, Procedures and other docs if needed.

Continuous Assessment

Build trust through our Trust Center by delivering a real-time, transparent view of your security capability status to customers, assessors, and the FedRAMP PMO — showcasing how security data is collected and validated.

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"Working with Paramify, the people and the tool, was a breeze for the FedRAMP 20x Low Pilot. The tool is straight-forward and user friendly, and the team is top notch, providing GRC knowledge and a positive client experience." - Jason at Moss Adams/Baker Tilly

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Should You Use Paramify for FedRAMP 20x?

→ Request a demo video or schedule a live demo to get started with Paramify

Learn More About 20x:

Check out the following for more details on 20x:

Or, learn what you need to know in this 20x Roundtable discussion with Kenny Scott, Pete Waterman, Karen Laughton, Rob Otten, and Mike Schreiner:

Start FedRAMP 20x Today

If the 30-day timeline and simplified process to FedRAMP authorization and government contracts sounds like a win to you, we’d be happy to answer any of your questions or help you get started.

Request our video demo or sign up for a live demo below to see how Paramify can help your org reach FedRAMP success without the high costs and endlessly long timelines.

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Becki Johnson

Sep 2025

How do I find the right tool for 20x?

We recommend finding a tool that does these 5 things:

Puts an emphasis on information assurance
Has automated evidence collection and validation
Uses a transparent process
Balances automation and manual attestations
Includes flexible validation scheduling

→ Get more tips to find the best tool for your 20x process.

Does Paramify support the updated vulnerability standard introduced with FedRAMP 20x?

POA&M templates often fail and lead to bad security practices. VDR shifts compliance from point-in-time snapshots to continuous readiness. The goal is to bring agencies and vendors closer to true continuous ATO.

But, you can't manually sift through vulnerabilities and hit required timelines. You’ll need processes that detect, assess, and patch automatically where possible.

Paramify will alert you to LEVs and IRVs instantly. From there you can prioritize the N5s and automate the fixes for lower ones.

Find out how VDR works and watch below to learn how Paramify helps:

How do I manage Continuous Security Assessment of my cloud service offering?

20x requires continuous assessment of your tool so agencies can get a more real-time understanding of your security posture.

With Paramify you can automatically retrieve, store, and validate the evidence required for continuous assessment of your FedRAMP 20x KSIs.

Will Paramify help me build a Trust Center

Trust Centers are a requirement for FedRAMP 20x authorization. Paramify will help you build out your own trust center that will include details on your compliance programs.

Check out Paramify’s trust center as an example.

Is FedRAMP Authorized the same as an Authority to Operate (ATO)?

FedRAMP Authorization is different from an Authority to Operate (ATO). In the past, you could only get FedRAMP Authorized with an ATO — and to get an ATO you’d have to have an agency sponsor.

You can get FedRAMP Authorized without a sponsor, but your ATO comes once an agency begins using you. Having the authorization in advance will speed up the process and provide agencies with more options that have necessary security controls already in place.

Do Federal Agencies Accept 20x?

Yes, when you’ve completed FedRAMP 20x your company will be added to the FedRAMP Marketplace. From there federal agencies can choose your product.

Do AI companies get priority access to 20x?

They very much do.

Find out if your AI tool qualifies or learn more about the AI fast-track to 20x.

Are pen tests and red team exercises required for 20x Moderate?

We’re still finding out the details on 20x Moderate. We’ve heard suggestions that pen tests and red teams are not being included for moderate-level 20x assessments, though agencies may still request them independently.

We’ll update as we learn more.

How Do I Generate Machine Readable Documentation?

Paramify automatically creates and updates any required reporting as you implement your KSIs and update their statuses.

Machine-readable or not, documentation sucks. So we’re taking care of it.

When will 20x be available for me?

The 20x program is still being developed — it’s a little like building the airplane in flight.

The fine folks at FedRAMP are testing, receiving feedback and iterating as they go. To do this they’re piloting the different impact levels individually.

The pilot for FedRAMP 20x low is complete and open for new submissions.
Moderate and High-level 20x are expected to be available by early 2026

Psst: Federal agencies are looking to fast-track fedRAMP Authorization for AI tools. If you're looking for authorization for your AI tool, you can get started now.

How Long Does FedRAMP 20x Take?

Expect to move much faster with 20x. Paramify and the other companies we helped through the process were able to submit in less than 30 days.

Get more info here:

How Much Does FedRAMP 20x Cost?

FedRAMP 20x is significantly less expensive than traditional FedRAMP. Expect to spend between $145k to $180k initially and $235k to $360k annually to maintain authorization.

Find a full breakdown of the cost of FedRAMP and FedRAMP 20x to know what to expect and how to reduce your spend.

What is a KSI (Key Security Indicator)?

A KSI is a Key Security Indicator. This is a measurable metric or control used to assess the security posture of cloud services in FedRAMP.

KSIs provide a standardized, machine-readable way to evaluate and monitor the security of a CSPs by focusing on critical security controls or outcomes.

‍Learn about KSIs or read here to see how they compare to traditional controls.

Is your company eligible for 20x?

You’re eligible for 20x if:

Your tool is cloud-native on an authorized platform (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Can create a machine-readable file to show evidence of 20x KSIs.
Have a FedRAMP-savvy 3PAO to audit your submission

If you’ve done a SOC 2 type 2 audit (or something similar) in the last year, it can also speed up your process.

→ Find 20x eligibility requirements to see if it’s right for you

Is 20x as secure as FedRAMP Rev 5

FedRAMP 20x is designed to be as secure as Rev 5, if not more so.

20x emphasizes flexible, risk-based mitigations and automation over rigid manual processes — aligning better with modern RMF principles for adaptive threat handling.

This shift reduces outdated implementations while maintaining or enhancing overall security standards.

We believe risk-based security beats checklist compliance every time:

How is FedRAMP 20x different from Rev5?

Traditional FedRAMP relies on detailed NIST-based controls, manual reviews, agency sponsorships, and lengthy authorization processes that can take months or years.

FedRAMP 20x, introduced by the GSA in March 2025, accelerates the process for cloud-native services. 20x emphasizes automation, machine-readable documentation, real-time monitoring, and doesn’t require an agency sponsorship. Authorizations are possible much faster without reducing security.

→ Find out if 20x is a good fit for your organization.

How is FedRAMP 20x different from traditional FedRAMP?

20x introduces automation, key security indicators (KSIs), continuous monitoring validation, and streamlined authorization (sometimes without sponsor requirements).

→ Compare KSIs to Rev 5 controls

Do I need an agency sponsor?

Yes, for now. But, agency sponsorship requirements are evolving — FedRAMP 20x does not require a sponsor.

How do I pick the best 3PAO for my project?

Consider experience with similar environments, references, price, and knowledge of specific cloud implementations.

→ Find the best assessor for your CSP with these tips

What is a 3PAO?

A Third Party Assessment Organization is an accredited independent assessor that conducts key security testing and assessment for FedRAMP.

→ Find a recommended 3PAO