# Knox Systems

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/knox-systems

- Industry: IT Infrastructure
- Headquarters: Austin, US
- Website: www.knoxsystems.com
- Total disclosed funding: $31M
- Latest round: Series A (Mar 17, 2026)
- Investors on record: 9

## About

Knox Systems, Inc. is a US-based technology company that specializes in cloud-based compliance solutions aimed at expediting the FedRAMP certification process for software-as-a-service providers serving government sectors. Knox Systems, Inc. provides a cloud-based compliance platform, focusing specifically on aiding SaaS companies with FedRAMP certifications. Founded in Austin, US, the company underwent a strategic pivot towards enhancing its automated compliance offerings. In June 2025, Knox Systems, Inc. raised USD 6.45 million in seed funding led by Felicis Ventures, with participation from Ridgeline Partners and Firsthand Alliance. The founder's detailed history is currently not available. Knox Systems, Inc. specializes in providing a cloud-based compliance solution that accelerates the FedRAMP certification process for software-as-a-service (SaaS) companies aiming to serve the U.S. government. The core product, KnoxAI, is an AI-driven auditing tool that scans code for security controls, identifies compliance gaps, and auto-generates a compliant baseline in accordance with NIST 800-53 standards. This service enables organizations to achieve FedRAMP compliance significantly faster—within 90 days—while also reducing associated costs by up to 90% in the first year. Knox’s offerings cater to a diverse client base that includes SaaS providers looking to enter the federal market, particularly within sectors such as defense, healthcare, and financial services. Knox’s technology is specifically designed for deployment in the U.S. government’s FedRAMP-authorized cloud infrastructure, and it supports various deployment architectures, not limited to containerization. Knox Systems operates primarily on a subscription-based revenue model, where clients engage the company’s services to facilitate compliance processes with FedRAMP and other regulatory standards. Clients typically submit their code repositories to Knox for assessment via the KnoxAI platform, which then generates reports and compliance recommendations. Revenue is generated through multi-tiered subscription plans tailored to the size and needs of the client, allowing for scalable use of the platform as organizations grow or require additional compliance support. The revenue structure accommodates both small startups and larger enterprises, facilitating ongoing compliance through Knox’s continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) pipeline. By leveraging Knox's automated tools, clients can minimize manual auditing efforts, leading to streamlined processes and cost-effective compliance solutions. The company plans to use the funding from June 2025 to enhance its infrastructure platform and FedRAMP automation tools, and expand its operations and development efforts.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Mar 17, 2026, $25M — MongoDB, Inc., Hearst Ventures, M12, B Capital, Okta Ventures, Benchstrength
- Seed, Jun 6, 2025, $6.5M — Felicis Ventures, Ridgeline, Firsthand Alliance

## Investors

- Felicis Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/felicis-ventures) — Seed
- Ridgeline (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ridgeline) — Seed
- Firsthand Alliance (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/firsthand-alliance) — Seed
- MongoDB, Inc. — Series A
- Hearst Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/hearst-ventures) — Series A
- M12 (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/m12) — Series A
- B Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/b-capital) — Series A
- Okta Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/okta-ventures) — Series A
- Benchstrength (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/benchstrength) — Series A