TX-RAMP certified HID PKIaaS for secure management

HID has attained the Texas Risk and Authorisation Management Program (TX-RAMP) certification for its Public Key Infrastructure as a Service (PKIaaS) solution, marking a significant milestone in its identity solutions offerings.

This certification affirms HID's adherence to stringent cybersecurity standards and facilitates Texas state and local governments in engaging with authorised providers for secure, cloud-based certificate lifecycle management, ensuring swifter processes and reduced administrative requirements.

TX-RAMP certification benefits

The TX-RAMP endorsement ensures that HID's PKIaaS aligns with the rigorous cybersecurity criteria established by the State of Texas for handling sensitive governmental data.

This approval simplifies procurement for agencies, municipalities, school districts, and other public sector entities within Texas looking to enhance and secure their digital identity frameworks with automated, cloud-based solutions, without the need for each agency to conduct extensive individual security evaluations.

Importance of compliant certificate management

Digital certificates are crucial for secure Internet touch, enabling TLS/SSL encryption that safeguards websites

Digital certificates are crucial for secure Internet communication, enabling TLS/SSL encryption that safeguards websites, online transactions, and sensitive information.

Manual management of these protocols presents challenges, as expired certificates can lead to system outages, security vulnerabilities, financial losses, and diminished public trust. 

The HID PKIaaS solution addresses this by automating the management of digital certificates — covering issuance, renewal, and revocation — to maintain continuous compliance and system uptime, alongside robust security controls necessary for safeguarding citizens' sensitive data.

Global trust and interoperability

Recognised as a globally trusted Certificate Authority, HID facilitates seamless automated management of IdenTrust certificates within PKIaaS.

This availability from a globally trusted source ensures immediate trust and compatibility across major platforms and devices, enhancing ease of use for end-users.