Aikido Security Partners with Knox Systems for FedRAMP Moderate Authorization Breakthrough

Aikido Security Achieves FedRAMP Moderate Authorization Through Partnership with Knox Systems

Aikido Security, renowned for its self-securing software designed for modern development teams, proudly announced the achievement of FedRAMP Moderate Authorization. This significant milestone has been made possible through a strategic partnership with Knox Systems, the largest and most established federal managed cloud service provider.

FedRAMP, standing for Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program, is a stringent U.S. government initiative that aims to standardize security assessments and authorizations for cloud service offerings. This program is crucial in facilitating the adoption of secure, government-grade cloud solutions among federal agencies, which often demand compliance with the highest security standards.

The innovative software from Aikido secures code, cloud environments, and runtime systems, while also performing penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities before they can be exploited by malicious actors. The company's solutions protect federal and enterprise systems from a variety of threats, including software supply chain attacks and vulnerabilities presented by AI-generated code.

The introduction of Aikido for Government has been specifically tailored to meet the enhanced security needs of high-trust environments within governmental agencies. This latest authorization reflects Aikido's commitment to providing robust, compliance-focused capabilities for its clients. With this new level of authorization, U.S. federal agencies are better equipped to maintain, verify, and secure resilient software systems.

One of the standout aspects of this partnership is the speed at which Aikido was able to secure FedRAMP authorization. Traditionally, this cycle can stretch over three years and cost millions of dollars. However, due to the collaboration with Knox Systems, Aikido has streamlined this process, allowing for a quicker and more cost-effective authorization. Knox’s federal managed cloud infrastructure enabled Aikido to bypass conventional timelines, offering its services to federal clients much faster. This rapid expansion is particularly crucial as Aikido scales its operations across the United States, tapping into new markets and delivering its comprehensive security platform to a broader audience.

Global Head of Partnerships at Aikido Security, Johan de Keulenaer, stated, “Federal agencies require modern software security that meets the rigorous standards their environments demand. Our collaboration with Knox provided the necessary framework for Aikido to accelerate our path to FedRAMP compliance effectively.” He emphasized that rather than spending years establishing compliance structures from scratch, Aikido can now focus on enhancing the security posture of federal agencies sooner and more effectively.

Irina Denisenko, the CEO of Knox Systems, shared insights on Aikido’s significant influence in Europe and highlighted the importance of the partnership in the U.S. market. Denisenko remarked, “It is essential for federal agencies to have access to Aikido’s continuous vulnerability management throughout the development lifecycle. By teaming up with Knox, Aikido can assist agencies in achieving both compliance and software resilience efficiently.”

For those interested in Aikido's unified security platform, additional information can be found on their official website at Aikido Security. To learn more about the FedRAMP Authorization through Knox Systems, you can visit Knox Systems.

About Aikido Security
Founded in Ghent, Belgium, Aikido Security is pioneering self-securing software for modern development teams. Its unified security platform helps secure code, cloud, and runtime environments, allowing teams to mitigate risks while maintaining development speed. Aikido has gained a remarkable reputation, becoming Europe’s fastest cybersecurity company to reach unicorn status, with over 100,000 trusted teams globally, including renowned names like Revolut, Kong, and SoundCloud.

About Knox Systems
Knox Systems operates as the largest managed federal cloud provider, delivering trusted services to various top agencies within both the defense and civilian sectors. Known for its speed, resilience, and compliance, Knox aims to eliminate traditional bottlenecks in government IT processes and boasts a remarkable FedRAMP authorization turnaround time of just 90 days. Their clientele includes major industry players like Adobe and SaaS providers, marking them as a leader in secure innovation within the federal landscape.