Why GCC Moderate + XQ is Ideal for CMMC Compliance

1. Government-Grade Security Foundation

   • GCC Moderate provides Microsoft’s cloud environment designed for federal, defense, and regulated workloads.

   • Meets baseline security standards required for handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

2. End-to-End Zero Trust Data Protection with XQ

   • XQ adds a Zero Trust layer that protects sensitive data at rest, in transit, and in use.

   • Features include geo-fencing, external key management, and role/attribute-based access controls, ensuring strict CUI governance.

3. Simplified CMMC Alignment

   • The combined solution directly supports many CMMC Level 2–3 controls, including access control, audit logging, and data loss prevention.

   • Reduces manual compliance efforts and simplifies audit readiness.

4. Data Sovereignty & Regulatory Flexibility

   • XQ ensures data residency and geofencing controls, crucial for organizations with strict regulatory obligations.

   • Supports ITAR, DFARS, and other defense-related compliance alongside CMMC.

5. Scalable & Integrated Deployment

   • Integrates seamlessly with Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint, and other GCC Moderate services.

   • Enables enterprise-wide adoption without disrupting workflows or slowing productivity.

6. Continuous Compliance & Monitoring

   • Provides visibility into all sensitive data and access patterns.

   • Automated enforcement and reporting reduce risk of non-compliance and simplify audits.

Bottom Line:
GCC Moderate provides the secure cloud foundation, XQ enforces Zero Trust data governance, and together they streamline achieving and maintaining CMMC compliance—protecting sensitive information while reducing risk and operational complexity.