Overview

FedRAMP (Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program) Moderate Authorization is a government security certification that allows time tracking software to serve federal agencies and government contractors while meeting stringent data protection requirements.

Deltek Replicon Achievement

In 2026, Deltek Replicon achieved FedRAMP Moderate Authorization, becoming one of the few time tracking platforms certified to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) for government work.

Key Compliance Standards

FedRAMP Moderate

Requirements:

Comprehensive security controls
Continuous monitoring
Third-party assessment
Authorization to Operate (ATO)
Regular compliance audits

Data Protection:

Encryption at rest and in transit
Access controls and authentication
Incident response procedures
Audit logging
Security event monitoring

DFARS 7012

Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement:

Safeguarding covered defense information
Cyber incident reporting requirements
Cloud computing security requirements
Contractor compliance obligations

CMMC Level 2/3

Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification:

Level 2: Advanced cybersecurity practices
Level 3: Expert/specialized practices
Progressive security implementations
Third-party assessments
Ongoing compliance maintenance

Why This Matters

Government Contractor Requirements

Contractors working with:

Department of Defense (DOD)
Federal agencies
Classified or CUI data
Defense industrial base

Must use FedRAMP authorized systems for:

Time and attendance tracking
Labor cost reporting
Project management
Billing and invoicing

Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)

Time tracking systems may handle:

Contract-sensitive information
Project code names
Personnel data
Billing rates
Government project details

All requiring appropriate protection.

Security Features

Data Protection

End-to-end encryption
Secure data centers
Role-based access control
Multi-factor authentication
Regular security audits

Compliance Monitoring

Continuous security assessment
Automated compliance checks
Incident response protocols
Regular penetration testing
Vulnerability management

Benefits for Contractors

Compliance Confidence

Meet federal requirements
Pass contract audits
Maintain eligibility for federal work
Reduce compliance risk
Demonstrate security commitment

Operational Efficiency

Single platform for all projects
No need for separate government system
Integrated workflow
Reduced complexity
Better data consistency

Competitive Advantage

Eligible for more contracts
Meet pre-qualification requirements
Demonstrate security maturity
Build trust with government clients

Implementation Considerations

For Government Contractors

Requirements:

Use FedRAMP authorized instance
Implement required security controls
Train staff on security procedures
Maintain documentation
Regular compliance reviews

Best Practices:

Segregate government and commercial data
Implement least-privilege access
Regular security awareness training
Documented incident response
Continuous monitoring

Industry Impact

Defense Industrial Base

Companies in:

Aerospace and defense
Government IT services
Federal consulting
Defense manufacturing
Military support services

Require compliant time tracking for:

DCAA compliance (Defense Contract Audit Agency)
Labor cost allocation
Contract billing
Security requirements

Compliance Evolution

Government security requirements continue to evolve:

Stricter cybersecurity standards
Expanded CUI requirements
Enhanced audit procedures
Increased enforcement
Higher penalties for non-compliance

Related Certifications

SOC 2 Type II
ISO 27001
NIST 800-171
HIPAA (for healthcare contractors)
ITAR compliance support

Target Users

Government contractors, defense industrial base companies, federal IT service providers, aerospace and defense firms, and any organization requiring FedRAMP authorized time tracking for government work.

FedRAMP Moderate Authorization for Time Tracking