FedRAMP Moderate vs ISO 27001:2022

What is the difference between FedRAMP Moderate and ISO 27001:2022?

FedRAMP Moderate is a cloud security framework applying in the United States, with 323 controls across 18 domains. ISO 27001:2022 is a information security framework applying in International, with 93 controls across 6 domains. They govern different subjects, so the overlap is limited to the governance requirements they share. The mapping below shows where that is.

FedRAMP Moderate323 controls

ISO 27001:202293 controls

Measured coverage between these frameworks

We map controls between these two frameworks in a knowledge graph and have a person review every mapping before it is published. Below is what that review found. The figures are read live from the graph, not written by hand.

FedRAMP Moderate into ISO 27001:2022

80.6%

75 of 93 ISO 27001:2022 controls carry evidence from FedRAMP Moderate, leaving 18 to satisfy separately.

209 candidate mappings were examined and 35 were rejected on review, signed off 2026-08-19.

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ISO 27001:2022 into FedRAMP Moderate

49.8%

161 of 323 FedRAMP Moderate controls carry evidence from ISO 27001:2022, leaving 162 to satisfy separately.

597 candidate mappings were examined and 413 were rejected on review, signed off 2026-08-19.

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Coverage is directional. Mapping A into B is a different measurement from B into A, because the two standards do not carry the same depth on the same subjects.

Questions people ask about FedRAMP Moderate and ISO 27001:2022

What is the difference between FedRAMP Moderate and ISO 27001:2022?

FedRAMP Moderate has 323 controls while ISO 27001:2022 has 93 controls. Both frameworks address compliance requirements but differ in scope, focus, and applicability. Use our platform to explore the exact control-to-control mappings.

Do I need both FedRAMP Moderate and ISO 27001:2022?

Whether you need both depends on your industry, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. Many organizations implement multiple frameworks simultaneously. Our compliance platform helps you map controls between FedRAMP Moderate and ISO 27001:2022 so you can identify shared requirements and avoid duplicate effort.

How do FedRAMP Moderate and ISO 27001:2022 controls map to each other?

Our platform maps controls between FedRAMP Moderate and ISO 27001:2022 at a granular level. Each mapping shows whether controls are fully aligned, partially aligned, or represent gaps. This helps you prioritize implementation when pursuing both frameworks.

Which framework should I implement first, FedRAMP Moderate or ISO 27001:2022?

The best starting point depends on your specific regulatory requirements, industry, and customer demands. Consider which framework is most urgently required by your stakeholders or regulators. Use our free compliance platform to run a gap analysis and determine the optimal implementation sequence.

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