Our PCI compliant cloud hosting partners are experts in delivering hosting solutions tailored to meet the stringent security and regulatory demands of industries like finance, healthcare, high-tech, and government. With PCI DSS compliance being a critical factor for businesses handling sensitive payment information, our services ensure that you have access to top-tier providers specializing in these highly regulated fields.

Through our network of industry-leading compliant hosting providers, your company will remain fully compliant with laws governing physical hardware security, data encryption, and long-term data storage. All partners we work with adhere to standards set by PCI DSS, HIPAA, SSAE18, and FISMA, ensuring your business meets necessary compliance requirements.

Our PCI compliant cloud hosting partners are experts in delivering hosting solutions tailored to meet the stringent security and regulatory demands of industries like finance, healthcare, high-tech, and government. With PCI DSS compliance being a critical factor for businesses handling sensitive payment information, our services ensure that you have access to top-tier providers specializing in these highly regulated fields.

Through our network of industry-leading compliant hosting providers, your company will remain fully compliant with laws governing physical hardware security, data encryption, and long-term data storage. All partners we work with adhere to standards set by PCI DSS, HIPAA, SSAE18, and FISMA, ensuring your business meets necessary compliance requirements.

Compliant Hosting Solutions

When it comes to compliant hosting, providers are awarded certifications to signify their level of compliance with various legal and industry regulations. The main certifications include SAS 70 and SSAE 16, ensuring data security and privacy standards are met across different fields such as finance, healthcare, and government.

SAS 70 Data Center Audits

SAS 70 (Statement on Auditing Standards No. 70) audits are applied to web hosting facilities to evaluate their adherence to industry regulations. These audits are conducted in two types:

• Type One: Audits the overall operational controls of the facility.
• Type Two: Audits the effectiveness of these controls over a set period, usually six months to a year.

SSAE 16 Data Center Audits

SSAE 16 (Statement on Standards for Attestation Engagements) is an updated version of SAS 70. It ensures that hosting facilities meet legal regulations specific to their industries. Similar to SAS 70, SSAE 16 audits cover the operational controls of the facility over a given time period, and hosting companies must provide a written statement verifying the accuracy of their infrastructure and control objectives.

SSAE 16 compliance is crucial for industries regulated by HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOX, and FISMA.

HIPAA Hosting

HIPAA hosting ensures compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, which sets guidelines for how patient records are accessed, encrypted, and stored. HIPAA-compliant hosting providers typically recommend using configurations with:

• Strong Cisco Firewalls
• Locked data center cabinets
• Managed servers with 24/7/365 support
• Data backup plans
• RAID configurations for hardware stability

PCI DSS Hosting

PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) hosting focuses on protecting customer financial data, applying to major credit card brands such as Visa, MasterCard, and American Express. Compliance involves 12 specific control objectives, including:

• Securing networks
• Protecting cardholder data
• Implementing strong access control systems
• Monitoring and testing networks

SOX Compliant Hosting

SOX hosting ensures compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, which sets regulations on the storage and management of financial records to prevent fraud. SOX-compliant providers must preserve the accuracy and security of electronic records, typically for a five-year period. SOX regulations apply to the financial sector, and providers must meet SSAE 16/SOC 1 and SOC 2 standards.

FISMA Compliant Hosting

FISMA (Federal Information Security Management Act) focuses on protecting government information, assets, and operations. FISMA requires standards for information system security controls, categorization, and monitoring. FISMA-compliant hosting providers typically offer dual solutions with private cloud and dedicated server infrastructure for enhanced data security.