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FedRAMP Independent Assessment

Also: FedRAMP independent assessment, FedRAMP independent assessments

Definition

Verbatim from FedRAMP/rules

An independent verification and validation assessment, performed by a FedRAMP Recognized independent assessment service or FedRAMP following FedRAMP rules. These assessments are typically first performed to obtain an initial FedRAMP Certification then repeated on an annual basis to maintain FedRAMP Certification.

Used in 6 rule requirements

This term is a defined part of the following FedRAMP rule requirements — when it appears in a rule, this definition applies precisely.

CPO-CSO-OSAFRC-APP-FIAFRC-CLA-OFRIVV-CSO-FIAIVV-CSO-ICPIVV-CSX-AIA

Change history

  • 2026-06-24Official launch of the FedRAMP Consolidated Rules for 2026.

Source of truth: FedRAMP/rules. Definitions are published verbatim; Boundera adds cross-references and implementation context.