Secure Cloud Hosting for DoD Contractors, CUI, and ITAR-Environments
Government contractors handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), Federal Contract Information (FCI), or export-controlled data face strict security and compliance requirements. Microsoft GCC High (Government Community Cloud High) is specifically designed to meet DFARS, CMMC 2.0,NIST SP 800-171, ITAR, and FedRAMP High requirements.
We help organizations migrate to and manage Microsoft 365 GCC High and Azure Government environments to meet CMMC Level 2 compliance and maintain secure, audit-ready infrastructure.
What Is Microsoft GCC High?
Microsoft GCC High is a secure U.S. government cloud environment designed for organizations working with:
Department of Defense (DoD)
Defense Industrial Base (DIB) contractors
Federal agencies
ITAR and export-controlled data
Organizations subject to NIST 800-171, DFARS, and CMMC
Unlike commercial Microsoft 365, GCC High offers:
FEATURE:
CMMC Support
Commercial M365:
Limited
GCC:
Partial
GCC High:
Full (Levels 1 & 2)
FEATURE:
FedRAMP High
Commercial M365:
No
GCC:
Yes
GCC High:
Yes
FEATURE:
DFARS 7012
Commercial M365:
No
GCC:
Yes
GCC High:
Yes
FEATURE:
ITAR Controls
Commercial M365:
No
GCC:
No
GCC High:
Yes
FEATURE:
US-Only Data Residency
Commercial M365:
No
GCC:
Partial
GCC High:
Yes
FEATURE:
CITIZENS ONLY Access
Commercial M365:
No
GCC:
No
GCC High:
Yes
FEATURE
Commercial M365
GCC
GCC High
CMMC Support
Limited
Partial
Full (Levels 1 & 2)
FedRAMP High
No
Yes
Yes
DFARS 7012
No
Yes
Yes
ITAR Controls
No
No
Yes
US-Only Data Residency
No
Partial
Yes
CITIZENS ONLY Access
No
No
Yes
Why GCC High Is Critical for CMMC Level 2 and DFARS Compliance
CMMC 2.0 Level 2 (Advanced) requires alignment with NIST SP 800-171. GCC High is uniquely designed to meet these requirements through:
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Enforced U.S.-only access and data residency
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Native encryption and incident logging
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Multi-factor authentication (MFA) and Zero Trust architecture
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Built-in support for DFARS 252.204-7012
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Integration with Azure Government and AWS GovCloud (when needed)
GCC High is not just a cloud platform—it is a compliance framework aligned with CMMC certification expectations.
Our GCC High Managed Services Include
1. GCC High Readiness Assessment
We help determine whether your organization needs GCC High, GCC Moderate, or Commercial Microsoft 365 based on:
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Type of data (FCI vs CUI)
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DFARS contract requirements
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DoD IL4 / IL5 compliance needs
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NIST 800-171 maturity level
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CMMC certification goals
2. Microsoft 365 GCC High Migration
We manage secure migrations for:
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Exchange email and archivedmail
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SharePoint and OneDrive data
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Teams collaboration
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Device policies via Intune
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Conditional Access, MFA, and Azure AD security policies
We preserve your data, maintain audit logs, and ensure CUI protection during transfer.
3. Azure Government Implementation
Azure Government provides secure cloud hosting for virtual machines, applications, and storage aligned with CMMC and NIST 800-171 controls.
We configure:
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Identity and Access Management (IAM)
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Conditional Access and MFA enforcement
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Virtual networks with Zero Trust architecture
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FedRAMP, DFARS, and CMMC compliant logging
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Backup and disaster recovery (BAAS/DRAAS)
4. CMMC and NIST 800-171 Documentation Support
We create and maintain required compliance documentation, including:
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System Security Plan (SSP)
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Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M)
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Access Control Policy
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Incident Response Plan
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Configuration Management documentation
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CMMC Self-Assessment Score for SPRS
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NIST 800-171 Self-Assessment Handbook alignment
5. Security Monitoring and Ongoing Compliance Management
We provide continuous monitoring, reporting, and compliance maintenance across your GCC High environment:
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Real-time audit logs and event monitoring
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Endpoint security (EDR/MDR/XDR)
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SIEM/SOC monitoring aligned with CMMC AC.6.998
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Vulnerability scanning and patch management
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CMMC compliance reporting dashboard
Who Needs GCC High?
You should migrate to GCC High if yourorganization:
Handles Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
Holds contracts with DFARS clauses
Manages ITAR-controlled or export-controlled data
Is targeting CMMC Level 2 certification
Works as a DoD prime contractor or subcontractor
Needs DoD Impact Level 4 (IL4) or IL5 hosting
GCC High vs GCC Moderate vs Commercial Cloud
Requirement
Commercial M365
GCC
GCC High
CMMC Level 1
Yes
Yes
Yes
CMMC Level 2
No
Limited
Yes
NIST 800-171
Partial
Good
Excellent
DFARS 7012 Compliance
No
Partial
Yes
ITAR / EAR
No
No
Yes
US-Based Personnel Only
No
No
Yes
FedRAMP High
No
Yes
Yes
Wasabi vs. Amazon S3:
FEATURE:
CMMC Level 1
Commercial M365:
Yes
GCC:
Yes
GCC High:
Yes
FEATURE:
CMMC Level 2
Commercial M365:
No
GCC:
Limited
GCC High:
Yes
FEATURE:
NIST 800-171
Commercial M365:
Partial
GCC:
Good
GCC High:
Excellent
FEATURE:
DFARS 7012 Compliance
Commercial M365:
No
GCC:
Partial
GCC High:
Yes
FEATURE:
ITAR / EAR
Commercial M365:
No
GCC:
No
GCC High:
Yes
FEATURE:
US-Based Personnel Only
Commercial M365:
No
GCC:
No
GCC High:
Yes
FEATURE:
FedRAMP High
Commercial M365:
No
GCC:
Yes
GCC High:
Yes
Why Choose Us for GCC High Migration and Management
Specialization in CMMC compliance, NIST 800-171, and DFARS readiness
Certified CMMC Registered Practitioners (RP) and RPO capabilities
Expertise in Microsoft 365, Azure Government, GCC High, AWS GovCloud, and Office 365 CMMC alignment
Management of compliance documentation and audit readiness
Integrated MSP, cybersecurity, and compliance monitoring services
Get Started with GCC High for CMMC Compliance
If you're unsure whether your organization requires GCC High, or you're ready to migrate securely and maintain ongoing compliance, our team will help assess, migrate, secure, and manage your compliant environment.
