Leading with Trust: Cisco’s Commitment to Government Security
As someone who works directly with government technology leaders across the US Public Sector, I see firsthand the challenges agencies face in protecting critical infrastructure and sensitive data. Hybrid work, rapid cloud adoption, and a constantly evolving threat landscape have made the job of securing public sector environments more demanding than ever before. At Cisco, our purpose is clear: to empower our government partners with resilient, flexible solutions that are purpose-built to help them navigate complexity and fulfill their vital missions with confidence.
With immense pride, I announce a significant milestone in our journey to support U.S. federal, state, and local agencies. Cisco Security Cloud Control for Government has achieved FedRAMP Authorization. This authorization underscores our unwavering dedication to meeting the rigorous security standards required by the U.S. government, providing a trusted, cloud-native management solution purpose-built for government security.
Why FedRAMP Authorization Matters
For our government customers, FedRAMP Authorization is more than just a certification; it is a testament to the highest levels of security, compliance, and operational excellence. It gives agencies confidence that Security Cloud Control for Government has been thoroughly vetted and meets strict federal security standards for protecting federal information and systems. This authorization streamlines procurement, making it easier for agencies to adopt a secure cloud solution that meets their mission needs.
Security Cloud Control for Government: Unified Management for Mission-Critical Security
Throughout my conversations with IT and network leaders across the public sector, I hear a common frustration: managing security through a patchwork of disconnected consoles and tools. This not only complicates day-to-day operations but also slows down response times and introduces unnecessary risk — something our US Public Customers cannot afford with their critical missions.
With Security Cloud Control for Government, we’re tackling these challenges head-on. We have built a unified, cloud-native management interface that streamlines administration, configuration, and troubleshooting across Cisco security solutions.
Security Cloud Control for Government delivers centralized and secure orchestration for all Cisco Secure Firewall (ASA and FTD) form factors and Cisco Multicloud Defense for Government. By bringing these capabilities together in a single interface, we are breaking down silos, simplifying complexity, and giving agencies the end-to-end visibility they need to stay ahead of evolving threats and ensure reliable, mission-critical operations.
Key Capabilities for Government Agencies to Stay Ahead of Threats
One interface for security management
At its core, Security Cloud Control for Government gives agencies a centralized, cloud-native hub to manage all their Cisco Secure Firewalls—whether they’re on-prem, in the cloud, or somewhere in between – as well as Multicloud Defense for Government. No more jumping between interfaces or trying to keep track of different policy sets. With everything managed in one place, it’s easier to maintain a consistent security posture across your entire environment.
This kind of unified control is a game-changer for public sector teams that are short on time and juggling complex infrastructure. It reduces the risk of misconfigurations, simplifies day-to-day operations, and gives teams the confidence that policies are being applied the right way—everywhere.
See more, react faster
Comprehensive visibility is essential for effective security. With Security Cloud Control for Government, you gain real-time insight across your entire network—including on-premises, cloud, and multi-cloud environments. Monitor traffic and activity wherever it occurs, identify threats as they emerge, and access analytics that reveal user connection patterns and behaviors.
This is especially important in a world where remote access is the norm. The platform helps teams pinpoint risky behavior quickly and respond before things spiral into a bigger issue.
Save time with automated workflows
Manual security operations can be time-consuming and introduce risk through human error. Security Cloud Control for Government streamlines administration by automating key workflows, such as synchronizing and updating network and security objects, onboarding new devices, and orchestrating policy migrations from legacy systems. Its automated migration tools enable secure and efficient transition of firewall management to the cloud, preserving existing security policies and license entitlements. Integration with Multicloud Defense for Government ensures consistent policy enforcement and centralized management across hybrid and multi-cloud environments, reducing operational complexity and improving security posture.
Less time spent on tedious tasks means more time to focus on what matters: protecting your network and staying ahead of threats.
Built for the cloud, ready for what’s next
As a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution, Security Cloud Control for Government is accessible from anywhere. That means IT and security teams can collaborate in real time—even if they’re spread across different locations. Updates and new features are rolled out automatically, so you’re always protected with the latest capabilities and patches.
And because it’s built to scale, Security Cloud Control for Government grows with your agency’s needs. Whether you’re managing a handful of devices or hundreds across multiple environments, the platform can handle it.
Extending protection with Multicloud Defense for Government
While Security Cloud Control for Government handles centralized management and policy enforcement for Secure Firewall, Multicloud Defense for Government steps in to extend that protection across your public cloud infrastructure.
Think of it as the next layer of defense—designed to secure workloads in AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and other cloud environments, all through the same SaaS-based control plane. With automated asset discovery, support for Infrastructure-as-Code, and protection in all directions (inbound, outbound, and lateral), Multicloud Defense for Government helps agencies gain deeper visibility and stop threats before they spread.
The best part? It all ties back into the unified experience that Security Cloud Control for Government offers—so even as your infrastructure expands, your security stays consistent and manageable.
Building a Resilient Foundation for Government Security
The challenges facing government security teams are immense, but so are the opportunities to build more resilient, responsive, and efficient security postures. Security Cloud Control for Government, now FedRAMP Authorized, is a foundational element in this endeavor. It allows agencies to manage security outcomes, not just individual products, providing a unified approach that saves time, reduces risk, and improves productivity.
We believe that by centralizing management, leveraging automation, and providing deep visibility across hybrid environments, we can help our government partners achieve their missions more securely and effectively. This authorization is a testament to our ongoing commitment to innovation and security for the U.S. public sector.
We invite you to learn more about how Cisco Security Cloud Control for Government can transform your agency’s security operations.
