Hitachi Vantara Advances Cyber Resilience for Federal Agencies by Meeting Secure Software Development Framework Standards

Portfolio of secure, trusted solutions in line with the latest cybersecurity standards helps companies enhance compliance and reduce business risk

SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Hitachi Vantara, the data storage, infrastructure, and hybrid cloud management subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE: 6501), announced that its hybrid cloud portfolio has achieved alignment with the U.S. government's Secure Software Development Framework (SSDF), as outlined by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). This milestone further supports the goals of U.S. Executive Order 14028 (EO 14028), which requires federal agencies and contractors to enhance their cybersecurity capabilities.

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The SSDF provides a framework for secure software development practices that are essential for safeguarding against the growing threat of cyberattacks targeting the software supply chain. Supported by EO 14028, these practices require government agencies and contractors to strengthen their cybersecurity posture, including implementing threat detection and response measures, while developing software that meets robust security standards to protect data and maintain resilience against threats.

Validated by a third-party attestation process through the FedRAMP-certified assessment organization, Linford & Company, LLP, and confirmed by the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), this achievement demonstrates that Hitachi Vantara's hybrid cloud data management solutions meet the stringent requirements of the SSDF and align with the broader cybersecurity objectives set forth by EO 14028. These solutions ensure secure software development protocols, supply chain controls and effective management, helping protect critical data and systems from evolving security challenges.

"Our solutions provide federal agencies and contractors with the confidence that their mission-critical data infrastructure, whether on-premises or in hybrid cloud environments, meets the most rigorous cybersecurity procurement requirements," said Octavian Tanase, Chief Product Officer, Hitachi Vantara. "This reflects our ongoing commitment as a CISA Secure by Design signatory to providing solutions that meet the highest cybersecurity standards, enabling defense-in-depth threat identification through rapid recovery at scale, in minutes."

This achievement demonstrates that Hitachi Vantara's solutions can help federal agencies and contractors manage their data while meeting both cybersecurity and regulatory standards. The following products have been validated as meeting the required standards:

• Block Storage: Virtual Storage Platform One (VSP One) Block Midrange, VSP One SDS Block, VSP 5000 Series High-End
• File Storage: VSP One File
• Object Storage: VSP One Object
• Data & Infrastructure Management: Hitachi Ops Center Suite

With the increasing threat of security breaches and mission disruption, federal agencies and contractors need solutions that deliver comprehensive resilience and compliance. Hitachi Vantara's portfolio of hybrid cloud solutions not only meets SSDF standards but also support the broader goals of EO 14028, offering key benefits to both:

• Confidence for Federal Agencies: Hitachi Vantara Federal's solutions allow federal agencies to confidently adopt hybrid cloud environments that are continually assessed for compliance with cybersecurity and procurement standards, ensuring secure and reliable data management.
• Support for Government Contractors: Contractors benefit from secure, compliant solutions that streamline procurement, reduce business risks and simplify the process of securing and maintaining federal contracts.

"With rising geopolitical and AI-driven cyber threats, federal agencies must accelerate their cybersecurity efforts, knowing it's not a matter of if, but when they'll be attacked," said Mark Serway, CEO of Hitachi Vantara Federal. "Partnering with trusted experts who act in accordance with these government standards helps agencies stay ahead of emerging risks. Our government partners have shared that they value streamlined engagements with industry leaders who support them throughout their cyber resilience journey."

Strengthening Cyber Resilience with a One-Stop Trusted Partner

Hitachi Vantara empowers organizations to strengthen cyber resilience and meet expanding cybersecurity requirements through a comprehensive, defense-in-depth approach. Offering tailored risk assessments, remediation services, and solutions aligned with NIST standards, Hitachi Vantara helps reduce mission risk more quickly and cost-effectively than multi-vendor strategies. With an advanced cyber defense and recovery strategy combined with a customizable storage portfolio, Hitachi Vantara modernizes resilience across edge, core and cloud environments while seamlessly integrating with existing infrastructure.

To further support this resilience, Hitachi Vantara's solutions are backed by Service Level Agreements (SLAs) that guarantee high levels of availability and performance. These SLAs provide federal agencies and contractors with clear guarantees on uptime, response times, and recovery capabilities, giving them the confidence that their critical data systems will remain secure and operational even in the face of evolving cyber threats.

For U.S. federal agencies and contractors, Hitachi Vantara Federal builds on this expertise to provide specialized solutions. Trusted by all U.S. Armed Forces and Cabinet Agencies, Hitachi Vantara Federal offers intelligent threat detection, rapid ransomware recovery and robust incident response solutions, all backed by a 100% data availability guarantee. Additionally, Hitachi streamlines compliance with evolving government and global regulations, including EO 14028, DORA and NYDFS Part 500, helping organizations strengthen their cybersecurity posture and operational resilience.

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About Hitachi Vantara 

Hitachi Vantara is transforming the way data fuels innovation. A wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd., Hitachi Vantara provides the data foundation the world's leading innovators rely on. Through data storage, infrastructure systems, cloud management and digital expertise, the company helps customers build the foundation for sustainable business growth. To learn more, visit www.hitachivantara.com. 

About Hitachi Vantara Federal

Hitachi Vantara Federal is the trusted leader in mission-centric data solutions for the Federal government. We're a collaborative, full-service company with longstanding OT/IT roots. We empower data-driven insight with a deep bench of integrated partners — advancing Federal customer missions regardless of their data maturity levels. Hitachi Vantara Federal is a FOCI-mitigated subsidiary of Hitachi Vantara. Visit us at www.hitachivantarafederal.com.

About Hitachi, Ltd.

Hitachi drives Social Innovation Business, creating a sustainable society through the use of data and technology. We solve customers' and society's challenges with Lumada solutions leveraging IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products. Hitachi operates under the 3 business sectors of "Digital Systems & Services" – supporting our customers' digital transformation; "Green Energy & Mobility" – contributing to a decarbonized society through energy and railway systems, and "Connective Industries" – connecting products through digital technology to provide solutions in various industries. Driven by Digital, Green, and Innovation, we aim for growth through co-creation with our customers. The company's revenues as 3 sectors for fiscal year 2023 (ended March 31, 2024) totaled 8,564.3 billion yen, with 573 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 270,000 employees worldwide. For more information on Hitachi, please visit the company's website at https://www.hitachi.com.

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