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Microsoft 365 GCC High Licensing
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Protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) is complicated and navigating federal information protection requirements is just as complex. Having the wrong Microsoft licensing can derail your Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) efforts and leave users, information, and your environment at risk. Mile Square Technology Group IT has been a Microsoft partner since 2024.
For customers concerned with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Microsoft 365 GCC High is the only Microsoft solution that meets ITAR standards.
The Microsoft Agreement for Online Services – Government (AOS-G) program was created to support federal, defense, and aerospace contractors that must meet enhanced cybersecurity control requirements. As an AOS-G partner, our mission is to make sure our clients don’t just get what they want, they get what they need.
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Understanding AOS-G Licensing
The AOS-G program is the only way for companies with less than 500 seats to purchase GCC High Licensing. This is done through a modified Enterprise Agreement, which is different from commercial licensing acquisition in numerous ways (see below). Azure Government subscriptions are available for a variety of use cases, including long-term logging for security and audit purposes.
Ensuring you have the correct licensing for GCC High is crucial, as mistakes in this process can have significant financial implications. Choose an experienced partner to avoid potential risks and costly errors in GCC High licensing.
Licenses Available
Microsoft 365 GCC High does not have an equivalent to commercial Microsoft 365 Business licensing. These licenses are insufficient to meet NIST 800-171 controls, so they are not offered. Microsoft 365 Frontline and Enterprise licenses are available and supported.
Cost
Given the additional security and compliance services provided by Microsoft, GCC High licensing is approximately 70% more costly than comparable commercial licensing.
Agreement Term
Microsoft 365 GCC High is licensed via a modified Enterprise Agreement and therefore licenses must be purchased for one year at a time. During that year, licenses can be added and reassigned, but they cannot be removed.
Microsoft 365 GCC High Resources
We’ve helped thousands of organizations license, implement, and migrate to the cloud. Our blogs are excellent guides to help you understand the Microsoft sovereign clouds and how to reach compliance in Microsoft 365 GCC High and Azure Government.
Getting GCC High Validation
Your move from Microsoft 365 Commercial to GCC High starts with the validation process. This is fairly straight-forward with three key steps
Commercial vs. GCC vs GCC High
You do not need GCC High for CMM 2.0 or 3.0! However, you might need GCC High for other reasons.
CMMC 2.0 Changes
Discover the latest updates and insights on CMMC 2.0, including its release, proposed rules and guidance.
Compliance Across the Microsoft Sovereign Clouds
Discover the key differences between Commercial, GCC, and GCC High Microsoft 365 environments.
Understanding Microsoft Government Cloud Security
From identity, email, & files to servers, applications, and data.
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Collaborative Approach
Mile Square Technology Group works closely with your team to understand your unique requirements and deliver tailored solutions that meet your specific needs during the Microsoft 365 GCC High migration.
Transparent & Predictable Pricing
We offer fixed pricing with no hidden costs, ensuring high-quality services with no surprises. With Mile Square Technology Group IT, you know exactly what to expect from the start, allowing you to focus on your goals with confidence.
Continued Guidance
Customers have access to Mile Square Technology Group IT’s Licensing Specialist throughout their agreement for help in choosing the most economical solution for their users’ needs.
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