SAN FRANCISCO — Databricks, the leading Data and AI company, has announced the general availability of its Data Intelligence Platform on Amazon Web Services (AWS) GovCloud, following its attainment of the Department of Defense (DoD) Cloud Computing Security Requirements Guide Impact Level 5 (IL5) Provisional Authorization (PA). This achievement empowers U.S. Department of Defense agencies, mission partners, and select federal institutions to manage and leverage highly sensitive data with cutting-edge analytics and AI tools securely.

“We are witnessing an unprecedented demand for advanced data intelligence solutions across DoD agencies,” said Jude Boyle, VP of Federal at Databricks. “The IL5 authorization allows us to accelerate innovation, enabling the DoD to address national security challenges more effectively while supporting the warfighter.”

Revolutionizing Federal Data Management

The Databricks Data Intelligence Platform combines robust AI models with customers’ data to deliver intelligent applications. Built on a lakehouse architecture, the platform offers open data formats and governance, ensuring complete customer control over data assets. Federal agencies can now employ a data mesh framework powered by tools like Unity Catalog and Delta Sharing to streamline secure data access, governance, and inter-organizational collaboration.

This framework enables the DoD and federal agencies to process Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Unclassified National Security Information (U-NSI) while complying with strict regulations. By incorporating the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) High baseline and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) support, Databricks further solidifies its commitment to federal compliance.

Elevating National Security Capabilities

“Delivering the full capabilities of the Databricks platform to the DoD is a significant step forward for national security,” said Rory Patterson, Chairman of the Board, Databricks Federal. “As a retired Army Officer, I recognize the transformative potential this technology has for our military. Databricks is proud to provide the tools that enhance operational effectiveness in today’s modern battlespace.”

Industry Partners Support Databricks’ Milestone

Leading industry collaborators underscored the significance of Databricks’ IL5 authorization:

• Graham Evans, Senior Vice President at Booz Allen: “This accomplishment reinforces our partnership with Databricks to secure and scale federal data intelligence initiatives, advancing critical national security priorities.”
• Jason Wainstein, Principal at Deloitte Consulting, LLP: “The IL5 certification enables us to extend Databricks’ powerful data intelligence and AI capabilities to our federal clients, driving modernization across government sectors.”
• Marshall Thames, SVP of Technology and Innovation at ECS: “This authorization ensures compliance and security for federal data projects, allowing agencies to leverage Databricks’ solutions to meet their mission objectives.”

Engaging with Databricks

Databricks invites attendees to visit booth #1820 at AWS re:Invent in Las Vegas (December 2-6) and join its Public Sector Breakfast on December 4. Additionally, a virtual webinar on December 10 will provide insights into maximizing data intelligence under IL5 authorization.

To explore more about Databricks’ federal initiatives, visit the Data Intelligence Platform for Federal Agencies page.