GCC High
Microsoft 365 GCC HIGH Licensing
Getting GCC high licensing from a certified partner ensures expertise, support, and adherence to compliance standards for seamless implementation and ongoing maintenance.
Get Industry-Leading Security with Microsoft GCC High Licensing for Government Cloud
ECF Data is among the less than 70 AOS-G Partners authorized by Microsoft to offer Federal, State, and Local Governments, DoD Contractors, and supporting agencies pricing, licensing, migrations, and managed support for both Azure Government and GCC High.
Our service array includes network management, cloud setup and service, remote monitoring, data backup and recovery, and much more.
Our service array includes network management, cloud setup and service, remote monitoring, data backup and recovery, and much more.
Microsoft GCC High offers enhanced security features, robust compliance measures, and advanced data protection to meet the stringent requirements of US government agencies
Features of Microsoft GCC High
Data Residency
All customer information, including content and metadata, is kept on US soil in accordance with stringent privacy laws.
Dedicated Infrastructure
To ensure that data is separated from other client settings, it is hosted on a different infrastructure than the basic Microsoft 365 commercial services.
Improved security
To protect sensitive data, GCC High uses cutting-edge security techniques including multi-factor authentication and encryption.
Compliance
FedRAMP High, NIST 800-171, and ITAR, as well as other government security standards, are all met by GCC High.
Microsoft GCC VS. Microsoft GCC High
Microsoft GCC (Government Community Cloud) and GCC High are cloud computing solutions designed for US government entities. While GCC is suitable for most government agencies, GCC High provides additional security measures to meet the requirements of more sensitive data, such as those of the Department of Defense.
MICROSOFT GCC
Microsoft GCC is a duplicate of Microsoft 365 Commercial, but there is a significant distinction. It only utilizes data centers that are tangibly located within the United States continental borders. The FedRAMP Moderate controls require these servers to be located within the CONUS.
MICROSOFT GCC HIGH
Microsoft GCC High is required for organizations that work with the Department of Defense, Department of Defense Contractors, and federal agencies with strict security and compliance requirements. The GCC High servers reside solely within the CONUS in a distinct environment from the GCC servers. Microsoft must be notified of the organizations' eligibility for GCC High before they can be granted access.
Microsoft 365 Commercial VS. Microsoft 365 DoD
Microsoft 365 Commercial is a comprehensive productivity suite tailored for businesses, offering collaboration tools, productivity apps, and cloud services. On the other hand, Microsoft 365 DoD (Department of Defense) is a specialized version with enhanced security and compliance features, designed to meet the rigorous requirements of US government and defense organizations
MICROSOFT 365 DOD
Microsoft 365 DOD is designed exclusively for DOD use. It is one of only four clouds that satisfy the stringent DOD SRG Levels 5 and 6 requirements. This means that the DOD cloud can legally store and possess the most sensitive CUI and CDI.
MICROSOFT 365 COMMERCIAL
Commercial Microsoft 365 is the standard cloud version of Microsoft 365. Enterprise, Business Essentials, Academic, and even Home Office 365 tenants reside on this platform. It has the greatest number of features and instruments, near-global availability, and the most affordable prices. Everyone qualifies and there is no need for validations. In many instances, commercial security and compliance requirements can be met with tools such as Enterprise Mobility and Security, Intune, Compliance Center, Cloud App Security, Azure Information Protection, and numerous Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) tools.
Reach out to an AOS-G Partner
ECF Data is an AOS-G Partner, the only place to get GCC High licenses for 500 users or less. These licenses are available on a 12-, 24-, or 36-month term with annual payments and are based on a modified enterprise agreement.
Because of their intended use in complying with security standards like NIST 800-171 and CMMC, these licenses are limited to the Microsoft Enterprise edition and its various add-ons. Up to 70% more is paid for licensing compared to commercial licenses. If you want to get the most out of your investment and stay in compliance,.
Fill The Form and Reach out to your AOS-G partner
Because of their intended use in complying with security standards like NIST 800-171 and CMMC, these licenses are limited to the Microsoft Enterprise edition and its various add-ons. Up to 70% more is paid for licensing compared to commercial licenses. If you want to get the most out of your investment and stay in compliance,.
Fill The Form and Reach out to your AOS-G partner
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GCC High: What You Need to Know
Microsoft 365 F3, E3, and E5 licenses and Office 365 F3, E1, E3, and E5 licenses are available for GCC High. Office 365 is limited to the Microsoft Office suite, Exchange Online, and collaboration features. The F1 and F3 licenses do not include desktop versions of Microsoft Office.
As expected, GCC High is more expensive than the commercial versions of Microsoft 365. The price difference reflects the additional administrative costs associated with assuring compliance with DFARS 7012 and ITAR and separating Azure Government and commercial operations.
Microsoft GCC High licenses typically cost 50% more than the equivalent Enterprise license. F1 and F3 licenses are approximately 15% less expensive than their commercial counterparts.
As expected, GCC High is more expensive than the commercial versions of Microsoft 365. The price difference reflects the additional administrative costs associated with assuring compliance with DFARS 7012 and ITAR and separating Azure Government and commercial operations.
Microsoft GCC High licenses typically cost 50% more than the equivalent Enterprise license. F1 and F3 licenses are approximately 15% less expensive than their commercial counterparts.
Again, the answer is negative. GCC High, like any other tool, requires proper configuration and ongoing management to assure CMMC compliance. Microsoft, however, can only guarantee that its practices and infrastructure adhere to regulations. While GCC High provides some guidelines for CMMC certification, it is not a comprehensive solution. You are still responsible for its compliant configuration and operation.
Microsoft provides a variety of cloud-based security products for GCC High customers that can assist your organization with CMMC compliance. Included among these are Enterprise Mobility & Security (EMS), Azure Information Protection (AIP), Microsoft Cloud App Server, and Microsoft Defender. Also hosted in Azure Government data centers are these products. Again, these instruments can satisfy a number of CMMC and NIST 800-171 controls with the correct configuration
Microsoft provides a variety of cloud-based security products for GCC High customers that can assist your organization with CMMC compliance. Included among these are Enterprise Mobility & Security (EMS), Azure Information Protection (AIP), Microsoft Cloud App Server, and Microsoft Defender. Also hosted in Azure Government data centers are these products. Again, these instruments can satisfy a number of CMMC and NIST 800-171 controls with the correct configuration
GCC High is primarily designed for US government entities and defense organizations that handle sensitive and classified information. It provides the necessary security and compliance measures to meet their specific requirements.
To check the eligibility for using GCC High, organizations can contact Microsoft or their Microsoft representative to inquire about the requirements, verification process, and any specific documentation needed to access and utilize GCC High services.
To check the eligibility for using GCC High, organizations can contact Microsoft or their Microsoft representative to inquire about the requirements, verification process, and any specific documentation needed to access and utilize GCC High services.
Following a structured process is necessary for organizations to acquire GCC High licenses. The first step is to check if your organization qualifies for GCC High, which is available to U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) contractors or those who handle sensitive data like Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). The cloud environment is designed to meet rigorous security and compliance standards, ensuring the secure storage and transmission of sensitive data.
Once eligibility is confirmed, the next step is to contact ECF Data to begin the licensing process.
Once eligibility is confirmed, the next step is to contact ECF Data to begin the licensing process.
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