Jason Ford

CEO | Jason brings extensive experience in architecting, designing, implementing, and operating secure environments that meet FedRAMP and CMMC requirements. As a leader at Steel Patriot Partners, he has directed efforts to ensure internal systems and client solutions align with the highest federal cybersecurity standards. Jason has successfully guided organizations through the compliance lifecycle, from initial requirements analysis and system design to implementation, continuous monitoring, and audit readiness. His expertise spans cloud providers and on-premise environments, aligning technical controls with federal security frameworks to ensure mission assurance. Jason's first FedRAMP Authority to Operate was achieved in 2014. In addition to his technical depth, Jason is recognized for his ability to translate complex compliance requirements into practical, sustainable solutions for federal agencies and their contractors. He has a proven track record of helping clients achieve and maintain authorization while strengthening their overall security posture. At Steel Patriot Partners, Jason continues to partner with agencies and organizations to architect robust FedRAMP- and CMMC-compliant systems that safeguard sensitive information (CUI), support operational resilience, and meet evolving federal mandates.