What a 'Clean Cloud' Means for Federal Workload Readiness
What a 'Clean Cloud' Means for Federal Workload Readiness
Blog Article
When federal workloads are on the line, not all clouds are created equal. For government contractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), a "clean cloud" isn’t a buzzword—it’s a prerequisite for trust, security, and compliance.
Defining a Clean Cloud
A clean cloud is purpose-built to:
- Keep CUI and Federal Contract Information (FCI) separate from commercial workloads
- Restrict access to U.S. persons in U.S. data centers
- Comply with FedRAMP High, DFARS 7012, and ITAR
- Align with NIST 800-171 and CMMC requirements
Why It Matters
Operating in a commercial Microsoft 365 tenant—even with good intentions—can disqualify you from defense contracts. It exposes CUI to environments that don’t meet required controls, often without your team realizing the full implications.
Benefits of a Clean Cloud Environment
Microsoft 365 GCC High offers:
- Verified U.S.-citizen support and hosting
- Segregated infrastructure for federal data
- Compliance-ready auditing and logging
- Isolation from commercial tenants and services
This infrastructure isn’t just clean—it’s compliant by design.
When to Consider Moving
If your business is:
- Pursuing DoD contracts or subcontracts
- Handling CUI but operating in commercial M365
- Planning for CMMC Level 2 or higher
Then it’s time to evaluate your current environment.
Trusted Guidance for the Transition
GCC High migration services help organizations move securely, validate compliance, and minimize disruption.