Intelligence. Published.
Axcend's intellectual contributions to the federal technology community.
Three books. One mission: make complex standards accessible.
Cloud Computing: From Beginning to End
A comprehensive technical guide to cloud computing technology and the methodologies required to migrate existing applications to the cloud.
WHO SHOULD READ THIS
Cloud architects, enterprise IT leaders, federal program managers considering cloud adoption, and engineers preparing for AWS or Azure certifications.
Guide to Understanding Security Controls
NIST SP 800-53 Rev 4
An enhanced, plain-English guide to NIST Special Publication 800-53 Revision 4 — the foundational security and privacy control catalog for federal information systems. Enhanced with detailed explanations, illustrations, and formatting improvements to make the standard accessible to both technical practitioners and compliance professionals.
WHO SHOULD READ THIS
Federal ISSO/ISSM personnel, security assessors, ATO package preparers, IT auditors, and compliance managers.
Guide to Understanding Security Controls
NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5
The updated edition covering NIST SP 800-53 Revision 5, which introduced significant structural changes to the control catalog including the integration of privacy controls and the expansion of supply chain risk management requirements. Essential reading for organizations transitioning from Rev 4 to Rev 5.
WHO SHOULD READ THIS
Anyone managing a federal ATO, conducting FISMA assessments, or building a modern zero-trust security program.
Technical insights from the field.
Securing the Future: Comprehensive RMF Support at the U.S. Air Force Academy
Axcend partners with the USAFA to deliver comprehensive Risk Management Framework (RMF) tasks across their critical IT systems.
Defending the Homeland: Continuous Monitoring & Incident Response for the Dept of Interior
Axcend delivers the cornerstone of the DOI’s defensive posture through continuous IT security monitoring and rapid incident response.
The Federal Engineer's Guide to AWS AI Implementations
Implementing generative AI on AWS requires an architectural approach that satisfies federal mandates while providing elasticity.
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