Secure Kanban for govtech teams handling classified projects remotely.
Remote govtech workers struggle with project management apps that fail to securely handle classified data for distributed teams.
CipherBoard provides end-to-end encrypted Kanban boards compliant with FedRAMP and CMMC standards, ensuring classified data stays secure across distributed teams. Users can visualize workflows without risking data exposure, with granular access controls based on clearance levels. It eliminates the need for risky workarounds in tools like Trello or Asana.
Remote workers in the govtech sector managing projects involving classified data
Built-in zero-knowledge encryption where even admins can't access classified content, plus automatic audit trails for compliance.
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All board data encrypted client-side with user-held keys.
Role-based permissions tied to user clearance levels.
Drag-and-drop columns for tasks with classified attachments.
Immutable logs of all actions for compliance reporting.
Secure invites with clearance verification.
Live updates without data leaving encrypted state.
Compliance-ready PDF exports.
Responsive PWA for iOS/Android.
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| text | No | |
| clearance_level | text | No |
| created_at | timestamp | No |
Relationships:
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| name | text | No |
| encryption_key_hash | text | No |
| org_id | uuid | No |
Relationships:
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| title | text | No |
| column | text | No |
| board_id | uuid | No |
| classification | text | No |
Relationships:
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| action | text | No |
| user_id | uuid | No |
| task_id | uuid | Yes |
Relationships:
/api/boardsCreate new encrypted board
/api/boards/:idFetch board metadata
/api/tasksAdd task to board
/api/tasks/:id/moveMove task between columns
/api/audit/:boardIdGet audit logs
/api/users/inviteSend team invite
Up to 5 users, no audit exports
10 users
Unlimited
| Month | Users | Conversion | MRR | ARR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month 1 | 100 | 2% | $50 | $600 |
| Month 6 | 500 | 5% | $625 | $7,500 |
Finally, a project tool built for govtech remote teams – FedRAMP-ready encryption without compromises.
Post in govtech LinkedIn groups and r/govtech Reddit, offering free Enterprise trials to 10 prospects from DoD contractors via cold outreach on Apollo.io. Follow up with demos highlighting encryption demo, converting 3 via personalized compliance walkthroughs.
Familiar UI
No zero-knowledge encryption
True E2E encryption admins can't bypass
Custom workflows
Server-side encryption risks
Client-side keys + audit focus
First-mover in zero-knowledge PM for govtech + accumulating compliance certifications (FedRAMP pursuit).
Post-COVID remote gov work boom + rising cyber threats mandating better classified data tools amid $100B+ govtech spend.
Compliance certification delays
Start with self-attestation, partner with auditors early
Slow gov sales cycles
Target contractors first
Encryption bugs
Extensive testing + third-party audit
Success: 10 confirm pain >$25 willingness
Success: 80% retention week 2
Success: 200 signups
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