Atera achieves TX-RAMP certification!

We’re thrilled to announce that Atera has been granted the Texas Risk and Authorization Management Program (TX-RAMP) Level 2 certification. 

This significant achievement underscores our commitment to providing secure and compliant cloud solutions for our clients in Texas and those working with Texas-based businesses.

Understanding TX-RAMP

The Texas Risk and Authorization Management Program (TX-RAMP) is a comprehensive framework designed to standardize the approach to security assessment, certification, and continuous monitoring of cloud computing services. This program is specifically tailored for cloud services that process data for Texas state agencies.

TX-RAMP was established to ensure that cloud service providers meet rigorous security standards when handling sensitive government data. 

It reflects Texas’s commitment to protecting its digital assets and maintaining the trust of its citizens.

TX-RAMP Level 2 Certification: Key points

TX-RAMP offers different levels of certification, with Level 2 being a significant achievement. Here are the key aspects of TX-RAMP Level 2:

• It is the required minimum certification level for cloud computing services that process, store, or transmit agency data classified as confidential.
• This level is necessary for handling moderate or high-impact information resources.
• Achieving this certification demonstrates a robust security posture and compliance with stringent state regulations.

Benefits for Atera and our clients

Securing TX-RAMP Level 2 certification represents our unwavering commitment to providing secure and trusted solutions. 

The significance of this certification includes:

1. Enhanced security: It validates that our cloud services meet or exceed the strict security standards set by the state of Texas.
2. Trustworthiness: Texas state agencies and businesses can confidently utilize our services, knowing we’ve been vetted by a rigorous state program.
3. Competitive advantage: This certification differentiates us in the market, especially for clients working with Texas-based businesses or government agencies.
4. Compliance assurance: Our clients can be assured that using Atera’s services helps them maintain compliance with Texas state regulations.
5. Continuous improvement: The certification process has driven us to refine and enhance our security practices, benefiting all our clients, not just those in Texas.

Future outlook

This certification marks a significant milestone in our mission to deliver high-quality, secure solutions to our partners in Texas and beyond. It opens up new opportunities for collaboration with Texas state agencies and businesses that require this level of security assurance.

At Atera, we view this certification as a foundation upon which to build. We are committed to continually improving our security measures and staying ahead of emerging threats in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity.

Additional Atera certifications

For those interested in the specifics of our TX-RAMP Level 2 certification, the full certification document is available for download on our website. Click here to download the certification.

For a comprehensive overview of all Atera’s certifications and our commitment to security, please check out our Trust page.