fedramp-compliance

Automate FedRAMP Moderate compliance integration for AWS CDK deployments.

3|Updated Feb 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Basilisk-Systems/claude-toolkit --skill fedramp-compliance-basilisk-systems
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: fedramp-compliance
Source: https://github.com/Basilisk-Systems/claude-toolkit/tree/main/skills-govcloud/fedramp-compliance
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Basilisk-Systems/claude-toolkit --skill fedramp-compliance-basilisk-systems

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

FedRAMP Moderate compliance patterns help teams implement a consistent, auditable control set across AWS CDK deployments, aligning with FedRAMP and NIST 800-53 requirements to accelerate ATO readiness.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • CDK-nag integration: Apply AwsSolutions and NIST 800-53 checks to enforce compliant configurations during synth and deploy.
  • Control mappings: Provide CDK patterns that align common FedRAMP controls (identity, access management, logging, encryption, network security) with auditable configurations.
  • Governance guidance: Include documented suppression best practices and audit-ready decision trails for policy exceptions.
  • Use Case: Government contractors structuring CDK apps to ensure repeatable compliance artifacts for ATO reviews.

Quick Start

Initialize a new CDK project and apply the FedRAMP patterns to begin validating compliant infrastructure.

Frequently Asked Questions about fedramp-compliance

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate FedRAMP Moderate compliance checks for AWS CDK deployments?

Automate FedRAMP Moderate compliance for AWS CDK deployments by applying NIST 800-53 checks and AWS security baselines during the synth and deploy phases. This enforces compliant infrastructure configurations automatically.

How does CDK-nag integrate with NIST 800-53 control mappings for ATO readiness?

CDK-nag integrates with NIST 800-53 control mappings by applying AwsSolutions checks to CDK applications. This generates auditable configurations and decision trails for identity, access management, logging, and encryption controls required for ATO.

What is the best way to manage NagSuppressions governance for FedRAMP audit artifacts?

Manage NagSuppressions governance for FedRAMP audit artifacts by using documented best practices and decision trails for policy exceptions. This ensures structured, auditable justification for any suppressed CDK-nag compliance violations during reviews.

Can I use CDK-nag patterns for government contractor ATO reviews?

Yes, you can use CDK-nag patterns for government contractor ATO reviews. The patterns structure CDK applications to produce repeatable, audit-ready compliance artifacts aligned with FedRAMP Moderate requirements.

Do I need an existing CDK project to apply FedRAMP compliance patterns?

Yes, you need an existing or newly initialized AWS CDK project. You apply the FedRAMP compliance patterns to the CDK application to begin validating infrastructure against NIST 800-53 and AWS security baselines.