# Solution: Achieve ITAR & FedRAMP Compliance While Using HubSpot

**URL:** <https://community.hubspot.com/t/solution-achieve-itar-fedramp-compliance-while-using-hubspot/142607>\
**Category:** Tips, Tricks & Best Practices\
**Tags:** crm\
**Created:** [November 13, 2025, 7:33pm UTC](https://community.hubspot.com/t/solution-achieve-itar-fedramp-compliance-while-using-hubspot/142607 "2025-11-13T19:33:27Z")\
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Hey everyone! I’ve noticed several threads about aerospace, defense, and government contractors struggling to use HubSpot while meeting ITAR and FedRAMP requirements. I wanted to share a practical solution that’s working well for companies in regulated industries.

### **The Problem**

HubSpot uses both AWS and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) for hosting. While AWS can be ITAR-compliant, GCP specifically doesn’t support ITAR-controlled data [Launchteaminc](https://www.launchteaminc.com/blog/crms-and-itar-compliance).

Plus, HubSpot currently lacks FedRAMP authorization—a deal-breaker for federal agencies, DoD contractors, and anyone pursuing CMMC Level 2 [HubSpot](https://community.hubspot.com/t5/HubSpot-Ideas/FedRAMP-Aurtorization/idi-p/875632)[HubSpot](https://community.hubspot.com/t5/HubSpot-Ideas/AWS-Gov-Cloud/idi-p/711601).

### **The Solution: Box + Box Connector + HubSpot**

Here’s the straightforward approach:

**Box handles your sensitive stuff:** Box is FedRAMP High Authorized (assessed against 421+ security controls) and supports ITAR, DoD SRG IL4, NIST 800-171, and FIPS 140-2 [U.S. Government Compliance at Box +2](https://static.carahsoft.com/concrete/files/9716/9685/5108/US_Gov_Compliance_at_Box_Resource_Wrapper.pdf). It has DoD Level 4 authorization for Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), including Export Control data [Box Blog](https://blog.box.com/what-is-itar-compliance).

**HubSpot does what it does best:** Keep using HubSpot for CRM, deals, marketing automation, and customer service—just don’t store ITAR-controlled documents or CUI there.

**Box Connector bridges the gap:** Install it from the HubSpot App Marketplace to:

- Store sensitive files in your compliant Box environment
- Access and share them seamlessly through HubSpot workflows
- Maintain required audit trails and access controls
- Deliver files securely through HubSpot portals
- Get unlimited e-signatures via Box Sign (no per-envelope fees!)

### **How It Works**

Think of it as **smart data segregation** :

- **Regular business data** (contacts, deal stages, general emails) → HubSpot
- **Controlled data** (ITAR technical files, CUI, sensitive documents) → Box
- **The connection** → Box Connector handles it automatically

### **Why This Matters**

The stakes are high: RTX Corporation paid $200 million for 750 ITAR violations, and Airbus faced a $3.9 billion fine [Box Blog](https://blog.box.com/what-is-itar-compliance). Federal contracts increasingly require FedRAMP compliance [HubSpot](https://community.hubspot.com/t5/HubSpot-Ideas/FedRAMP-Aurtorization/idi-p/875632), and you can’t afford to get this wrong.

### **Perfect For:**

- Aerospace & defense contractors
- Federal agencies
- DoD contractors handling CUI
- Companies pursuing CMMC Level 2
- State & local government agencies
- Anyone balancing HubSpot’s power with compliance needs

### **Getting Started**

1. Configure your Box instance for ITAR/FedRAMP (work with Box or a certified partner)
2. Install Box Connector: [HubSpot Marketplace](https://app.hubspot.com/ecosystem/9051633/marketplace/apps/marketing/cms-development/box-connector)
3. Define clear policies for data classification
4. Train your team on what goes where

Happy to answer questions about implementation! Anyone else using this approach?