Juniper Networks Secures FedRAMP 'Moderate' Authorization for Juniper Mist Government Cloud to Support Federal IT Modernization

SUNNYVALE, Calif., April 16, 2025 – Juniper Networks, a longstanding name in secure and intelligent networking, has announced a major milestone in its commitment to U.S. public sector modernization. The company has officially received the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP®) “Moderate” Authorization for its Juniper Mist Government Cloud. This FedRAMP designation is more than a regulatory checkbox—it is a strong validation that Juniper’s cloud-based networking solutions meet the stringent cybersecurity and operational requirements set by the U.S. government.

This authorization enables Juniper to deliver its AI-native networking capabilities to a wide spectrum of federal agencies, state and local governments, and federal system integrators who must adhere to the highest standards of cloud security and reliability. The Juniper Mist Government Cloud encompasses an integrated suite of services: wireless, wired, and WAN connectivity; the Marvis® Virtual Network Assistant (VNA); network access control; indoor location services; and advanced analytics. Collectively, these tools empower agencies to drive forward their digital transformation initiatives—safely, efficiently, and intelligently.

More Than Compliance—A Strategic Asset for Government

Achieving FedRAMP “Moderate” Authorization is no small feat. It signals that Juniper’s cloud offering has undergone rigorous examination against the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800-53 controls. These controls set the benchmark for managing risk in federal information systems, emphasizing data confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The authorization process is intentionally exhaustive to ensure that federal cloud services are not only compliant but also scalable, resilient, and secure from the ground up.

Juniper’s pathway to authorization was through an agency sponsorship—the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), which granted the Authority to Operate (ATO). This partnership underscores Juniper’s ability to serve mission-critical organizations whose operational integrity is non-negotiable. Given the sensitivity and scale of the VA’s IT infrastructure, their sponsorship is a clear signal of trust and confidence in Juniper’s technology.

Serving the Federal Mission with Next-Generation Networking

Public sector organizations are navigating a digital landscape that is increasingly complex and high-stakes. Cybersecurity threats are more persistent. End users—from soldiers in the field to doctors in VA hospitals—demand uninterrupted access to critical systems. Legacy infrastructure simply cannot meet the dynamic requirements of modern governance.

Juniper’s response to this reality is rooted in automation, AI, and an architectural philosophy that prioritizes resilience. Built on a modern, microservices-based cloud foundation, the Juniper Mist Government Cloud is inherently elastic. It can scale quickly to support shifting user demands, whether it’s an uptick in network activity during peak usage periods or the onboarding of new remote facilities. The platform’s architecture was designed not just for performance but for survivability and continuity under pressure—qualities that federal agencies increasingly require.

Central to Juniper’s offering is the Marvis Virtual Network Assistant, a context-aware AI engine that streamlines operations and actively supports federal IT teams. Marvis uses machine learning models to identify anomalies, correlate incidents, and even predict and remediate network issues before they escalate. This proactive functionality is not just a time-saver—it is a resource multiplier for public sector IT departments that are often underfunded and overextended.

A Platform Purpose-Built for Trust

In the federal space, trust is currency. Juniper’s FedRAMP “Moderate” authorization is, at its core, a declaration that the company understands what is at stake in government environments. This includes not just the technology risks but also the operational, human, and reputational costs associated with network failure or compromise.

Many federal systems integrators and cloud migration partners face a constant struggle: how to ensure that the cloud solutions they implement are fully certified, reliable, and adaptable. With this authorization, Juniper removes a significant barrier to adoption. Agencies and partners now have a clear, compliant path to modernizing their networking infrastructures without compromising on performance or security.

The platform supports a wide array of use cases—from secure facility networks and agency branch offices to hybrid work environments and multi-cloud deployments. It can seamlessly operate in federal campuses with traditional wired infrastructure, distributed enterprises that depend on wireless WAN, or complex facilities requiring accurate indoor location tracking. By covering this breadth of applications, Juniper Mist Government Cloud becomes not just a tool but a strategic IT asset.

Supporting a Broader Government Ecosystem

While the primary beneficiaries of FedRAMP compliance are federal agencies, the ripple effects are far-reaching. State and local governments, particularly those handling protected health information (PHI), law enforcement data, or federally funded programs, frequently opt for FedRAMP-authorized solutions as a de facto security standard.

Juniper’s cloud platform provides a ready-made solution for these agencies, offering a level of compliance that reduces procurement complexity and expedites deployment timelines. By meeting federal benchmarks, Juniper effectively sets the tone for trusted digital transformation across all levels of government.

Additionally, the analytics capabilities embedded in the platform offer deeper visibility into network performance, user behavior, and operational bottlenecks. This means that agencies aren’t just connecting devices—they’re generating actionable intelligence from their network environments. In mission-driven organizations, where every decision counts, such visibility is a critical advantage.

Why FedRAMP Moderate Matters

The “Moderate Impact” category under FedRAMP covers the majority—almost 80 percent—of all cloud service applications used in federal settings. These systems are designated for use cases where the compromise of confidentiality, integrity, or availability could result in serious adverse effects on agency operations, assets, or individuals. This includes everything from sensitive but unclassified data to logistical systems supporting public services and emergency response.

For Juniper, obtaining this certification is not a symbolic achievement—it is an operational endorsement that opens the door to broader adoption and deeper integration into the federal IT ecosystem. It also underscores Juniper’s long-term commitment to serving public sector institutions with technology solutions that are secure by design, easy to manage, and built to scale with demand.

The Road Ahead

As federal agencies pursue modernization goals under frameworks like the Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) mandate and the Federal Cloud Computing Strategy (“Cloud Smart”), having access to compliant and future-ready infrastructure will be essential. Juniper’s FedRAMP authorization positions the company as a pivotal enabler of that vision.

With digital threats growing more sophisticated and service delivery expectations rising among the public, agencies cannot afford to compromise on the core infrastructure that underpins their operations. Juniper Networks is not just offering another cloud solution—it is providing a foundational layer of intelligence, security, and reliability upon which the future of federal IT can be confidently built.

In a sector where trust must be earned, Juniper’s entry into the FedRAMP-authorized landscape reinforces its credibility and strengthens its case as a partner for serious, long-term transformation.

While the primary beneficiaries of FedRAMP compliance are federal agencies, the ripple effects are far-reaching. State and local governments, particularly those handling protected health information (PHI), law enforcement data, or federally funded programs, frequently opt for FedRAMP-authorized solutions as a de facto security standard.