By Shivtej Tata
Information Security Manager, Hyperscience
I’m sure you’ve heard by now that Hyperscience is FedRAMP High authorized, but in case you missed it, I’m thrilled to share the news and provide some details on this milestone and what it represents. Achieving FedRAMP High authorization is the culmination of months of focused effort across cross-functional teams and a collective commitment to ensuring the highest security and compliance standards.
This authorization is more than just a checkbox; it underscores Hyperscience’s ability to handle highly sensitive data while empowering federal and enterprise customers to achieve their missions confidently. It’s a testament to our belief that security and innovation must go hand in hand.
What is FedRAMP High, and Why Does It Matter?
FedRAMP High authorization is the most rigorous level of security validation under the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program. It is designed for cloud services managing highly sensitive, unclassified data, such as personally identifiable information (PII), healthcare records (PHI), and operational data critical to government missions. It requires compliance with over 400 stringent controls.
With the support of Palantir® and its PFCS-SS platform via FedStart, we successfully aligned with these requirements, reinforcing our unwavering commitment to protecting our customers’ most critical information.
Key Security Achievements That Set Us Apart
Achieving FedRAMP High authorization wasn’t just about meeting predefined requirements; it was about demonstrating our ability to build and maintain a security-first culture. We prioritized proactive security measures, embedding compliance into every layer of our operations.
These achievements reflect our deliberate investments to enhance our infrastructure, refine our processes, and strengthen safeguards, ensuring we surpass the rigorous expectations of FedRAMP High.
Encryption Beyond the Basics
To ensure robust data protection, we implemented:
- FIPS-approved cipher suites to encrypt all data in transit and at rest.
- FIPS-compliant endpoints for databases, storage, and Kubernetes clusters.
- FIPS-validated multi-factor authentication (MFA) for comprehensive access protection.
Granular Access Controls
We built and enforced identity and access management (IAM) practices that include:
- Tailored role-based access controls (RBAC) for customer-specific needs.
- Least privilege principles to minimize access risks.
- Rigorous monitoring, logging, and regular reviews of production environment access.
Audit-Ready Monitoring & Logging
To achieve visibility & accountability, we implemented:
- Centralized, immutable logging to safeguard and retain audit records.
- Automated alerts for immediate incident detection and response.
- Comprehensive audit trails tracking system access, changes, and administrative actions.
Proactive Threat Management
We prioritized threat prevention, detection, and response with:
- Real-time monitoring and remediation through Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR).
- Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) correlates and analyzes threats.
- Endpoint posture management to ensure device compliance.
- Antivirus tools to address evolving malware threats.
Incident Response and Recovery
We enhanced operation resilience through the following:
- Regular simulation exercises to maintain readiness.
- Recovery drills validate resilience and operational continuity.
- Post-incident reviews to drive transparency and improvement.
Secure System Design and Development
Security is embedded in every phase of development, supported by:
- Regular static and dynamic code analysis to preempt vulnerabilities.
- Rigorous dependency risk assessments for third-party components.
- Regular vulnerability assessments to identify and fix security weaknesses within the production environment.
What This Means for Our Customers
For federal agencies, this authorization signals our readiness to handle mission-critical operations with the highest security. For enterprises across finance, healthcare, and beyond, it reinforces our dedication to protecting sensitive data while simplifying compliance efforts.
Looking Ahead
While FedRAMP High is a significant milestone, it’s just the beginning.
Security is a continuous journey, and we at Hyperscience are committed to this journey through continuous innovation and automation, addressing emerging threats and staying abreast with the evolving complaint frameworks
To every Hyperscientist who contributed to this herculean achievement, thank you again for your incredible dedication and hard work. We have set a new standard together, and I’m excited about what’s next. Let’s continue to raise the bar.
