Eliminate Permanent Global Administrators for FedRAMP Compliance
Learn how PA-01-L2 helps you meet FedRAMP requirements for Microsoft 365 and Entra ID security.
Organizations pursuing FedRAMP compliance need to address eliminate permanent global administrators as part of their security program. The PA-01-L2 control maps directly to FedRAMP requirements, helping demonstrate compliance while strengthening your security posture.
How PA-01-L2 Addresses FedRAMP Requirements
FedRAMP requires organizations to implement controls around eliminate permanent global administrators. The PA-01-L2 control provides:
- Zero permanent human Global Administrator assignments
- All Global Admin access is through PIM eligible assignments
- Only emergency access accounts retain permanent Global Admin
These measures directly support FedRAMP compliance by ensuring proper privileged_access security in your Microsoft 365 environment.
Implementation for Compliance
To satisfy FedRAMP requirements with this control:
- **Enable the control** - Use TrueConfig's one-click remediation
- **Document your implementation** - Record how the control was configured
- **Maintain evidence** - TrueConfig automatically logs compliance status
- **Monitor continuously** - Track any deviations from the expected state
Evidence Collection
For FedRAMP audits, you'll need to demonstrate:
- Current configuration state
- Historical compliance data
- Remediation actions taken
- Continuous monitoring in place
TrueConfig provides all of this evidence through its audit trail and reporting features.
Why This Control Matters for FedRAMP
Permanent Global Admin accounts are always-on attack targets. With PIM, admins activate access only when needed, reducing the attack window from 24/7 to minutes per day. This is a fundamental Zero Trust control.
Implementing PA-01-L2 is an important step toward FedRAMP compliance. Combined with TrueConfig's continuous monitoring, you can demonstrate ongoing adherence to FedRAMP requirements.
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TrueConfig continuously monitors your Microsoft 365 tenant for compliance with FedRAMP requirements, including this control.