Accelerating Compliance: Introducing FedRAMP 20X

FedRAMP 20X is a modernized, risk-based approach to helping cloud service providers (CSPs) achieve Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) readiness quickly and cost-effectively. At Triad Cyber, we’ve developed a streamlined, modular methodology to help providers take the first step toward federal authorization—starting with FedRAMP 20X Phase 1 (P1).

What Is FedRAMP 20X?

FedRAMP 20X is a structured compliance enablement path designed for CSPs looking to break into the federal marketplace without the high upfront cost of a full FedRAMP package. Rather than jumping into a full ATO (Authorization to Operate) process, FedRAMP 20X provides a scalable roadmap, allowing you to prepare your offering incrementally, while demonstrating security maturity to government buyers.

This approach helps teams:

  • Reduce risk by identifying and addressing control gaps early
  • Gain stakeholder buy-in with documented progress
  • Engage with agencies and 3PAOs with a credible foundation
  • Control cost through phased, milestone-based investments

Phase 1: The $20K–$40K On-Ramp to FedRAMP

FedRAMP 20X P1 (Phase 1) is a $20,000 to $40,000 fixed-fee engagement designed to prepare your organization for the FedRAMP Moderate or High baseline through focused deliverables that enable decision-making and investment planning.

What You Get in FedRAMP 20X Phase 1:

✅ System Boundary Definition
✅ Initial Readiness Assessment Report
✅ Gap Analysis Against NIST 800-53 Controls
✅ Shared Responsibility Model (SRM) Development
✅ Preliminary System Security Plan (SSP) Draft
✅ ATO Strategy & Timeline Guidance
✅ Cloud Service Offering (CSO) Positioning for Federal Buyers

This phase sets the groundwork for FedRAMP documentation and compliance, reducing uncertainty and enabling your team to pursue future phases with confidence.

Why Start with FedRAMP 20X?

  • Right-Sized Investment: Avoid overspending before proving feasibility.
  • Faster Readiness: Move from zero to readiness documentation in 4–6 weeks.
  • Agency-Ready Artifacts: Present a professional package to early adopter agencies or 3PAOs.
  • Modular Progression: Transition into future phases (SSP finalization, POA&M, full ATO package) as your opportunity evolves.

Who Is It For?

FedRAMP 20X Phase 1 is ideal for:

  • SaaS and IaaS providers with early interest from federal customers
  • Startups or mid-market vendors exploring federal sales channels
  • Companies responding to RFI/RFPs requiring FedRAMP trajectory
  • Vendors seeking to reduce audit risk before engaging a 3PAO

Let’s Start the Journey to Authorization

Triad Cyber has helped technology companies accelerate FedRAMP success by aligning security, compliance, and go-to-market strategies. With FedRAMP 20X, we’re making federal compliance more accessible, predictable, and business-aligned.

Contact us today to learn more or request a scoping session.