Black Duck Initiates FedRAMP Authorization for Polaris Platform
Black Duck's Strategic Move Towards FedRAMP Authorization
On January 28, 2026, Black Duck, a leader in AI-powered application security, announced the initiation of the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) Moderate authorization process for its Polaris® Platform. This significant step underscores Black Duck's commitment to delivering secure, compliant cloud solutions tailored for federal agencies.
Understanding FedRAMP and Its Importance
FedRAMP provides a standardized framework for security assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring of cloud products and services. Achieving FedRAMP authorization is crucial for cloud service providers aiming to offer their solutions to U.S. federal agencies, ensuring that these services meet stringent security requirements.
Collaboration with stackArmor
To expedite the authorization process, Black Duck has partnered with stackArmor, a renowned FedRAMP engineering and advisory firm. stackArmor boasts a proven track record, having guided over 60 cloud service providers through complex compliance requirements, culminating in Authorization to Operate (ATO) certifications. Their expertise and pre-built security frameworks are expected to accelerate Polaris' path to authorization.
"Black Duck is a leader in application security, and their decision to pursue FedRAMP authorization underscores its commitment to bringing best-of-breed commercial technologies to defense, federal, and public sector customers," said GP Pal, Founder of stackArmor.
Implications for Federal Agencies
By targeting FedRAMP "In Process" status by June 2026, Black Duck aims to be listed in the FedRAMP Marketplace. This listing will enable federal agencies to confidently adopt Polaris for advanced application security, aligning with the federal mandate to modernize IT infrastructures and eliminate the burdens associated with on-premises systems.
Black Duck's Vision for Secure Cloud Solutions
Jason Schmitt, CEO of Black Duck, emphasized the company's proactive approach:
"We're not just pursuing FedRAMP approval—we're redefining how federal agencies secure their applications in the cloud. Polaris will give government customers the flexibility and confidence they demand, aligning with the federal mandate to modernize IT and eliminate the burden of on-premises systems. This is about delivering security at speed, scale, and certainty."
Conclusion
Black Duck's initiation of the FedRAMP authorization process for its Polaris Platform marks a pivotal development in cloud security and zero trust architecture. This move not only highlights the company's dedication to enhancing security standards but also provides federal agencies with a robust solution to modernize and secure their IT infrastructures.
For more information about Black Duck's Polaris Platform and its journey towards FedRAMP authorization, visit their official announcement: Black Duck Expands Federal Cloud Solution Offerings by Initiating FedRAMP Authorization.