NORC's Data Enclave Gov Achieves FedRAMP Certification, Enhancing Federal Research Security

NORC Expands Research Capabilities with FedRAMP Certification

NORC at the University of Chicago has recently announced a significant advancement in its technological capabilities: the Data Enclave Gov platform has achieved certification through the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP®), specifically obtaining the Moderate level designation. This is a notable milestone for NORC, marking the first product within its offerings to receive FedRAMP certification. This accomplishment not only showcases NORC’s commitment to data security but also places its platform among an elite group of research services that meet government compliance standards.

The importance of the FedRAMP certification cannot be overstated. It is a standardized approach that ensures cloud products and services used by federal agencies adhere to rigorous security assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring protocols. The Data Enclave Gov is now featured on the FedRAMP Marketplace, where government agencies can discover and acquire pre-approved cloud solutions. This recognition allows NORC to expand its reach in providing critical research data while adhering to government requirements for data management and security.

Ron Jurek, NORC's Executive Vice President of Operations and Chief Information Officer, emphasized the significance of this certification, stating, "FedRAMP certification reflects NORC's long-standing commitment to providing clients with secure, trusted environments. This strengthens our ability to support government agencies and other organizations that rely on secure data infrastructure to advance research, inform policy, and improve outcomes."

The Data Enclave Gov serves as a data management platform specifically tailored for federal agencies. It enables these organizations to securely share sensitive information with designated research communities. This support ultimately bolsters evidence-based discovery across various sectors by providing crucial tools and a secure environment for analysis.

In addition to secure data access, the platform offers researchers a virtual workspace equipped with comprehensive analytical tools, statistical capabilities, database functionalities, and visualization components. This user-centric design enhances the research experience, enabling users to draw meaningful insights from complex data sets while ensuring compliance with federal regulations.

Jeffrey Leintz, NORC's Senior Vice President of Advanced Data Solutions, noted the importance of this achievement, stating, "Earning FedRAMP certification is a meaningful step in how NORC serves government partners. It gives agencies the assurance they need to move sensitive data programs onto a compliant, purpose-built platform — and it positions NORC to support a wider range of research agendas going forward."

The Data Enclave Gov is designed to accommodate administrative data across various domains including education, health, economics, and labor. Its scalable cloud architecture can be customized to meet specific regulatory requirements set forth by different agencies, thus providing flexibility and adaptability in its deployment and use.

This enhancement in research capability is crucial as NORC continues to partner with government, corporate, and nonprofit clients globally. With over 80 years of experience, NORC plays a vital role in informing the critical decisions facing society by conducting extensive research and analysis on a multitude of topics.

For more information on NORC and its capabilities, potential clients are encouraged to visit www.norc.org or contact their outreach team directly for further inquiries. With new milestones like FedRAMP certification, NORC is poised for continued growth in the secure data management sector, furthering its mission to provide objective and impactful research.

As NORC moves forward, the integration of advanced secure platforms like the Data Enclave Gov broadens the scope of research opportunities available, ultimately contributing to better-informed policies and improved outcomes in various sectors that affect our daily lives.