Socure launches SocureGov RiskOS amid escalating fraud threats

As fraud against public sector programs accelerates and government services move increasingly online, agencies are under mounting pressure to verify identities quickly without creating friction for legitimate users.

Against that backdrop, Socure launched SocureGov RiskOS, a FedRAMP Moderate–authorized digital identity and fraud prevention platform designed specifically for federal, state, local and education agencies.

AI-driven fraud ramps up the pressure

Government fraud has become more sophisticated and more costly. Advances in generative AI have enabled criminal networks to create synthetic identities, automate attacks and exploit gaps between siloed identity systems.

According to estimates from U.S. oversight bodies and inspectors general, fraud across government programs now costs taxpayers hundreds of billions of dollars annually, with losses expected to grow as more services shift to digital-first delivery models.

Socure stated its SocureGov RiskOS is built to address that challenge by consolidating identity proofing, fraud detection and program integrity into a single platform. The system supports the full lifecycle of constituent interactions, including onboarding, progressive identity verification, authentication, payments and account recovery. By centralizing those functions, Socure aims to help agencies stop fraud earlier while improving the experience for legitimate users.

"Fraud is no longer a peripheral issue for government—it's a core operational and public trust challenge," said Matt Thompson, president and chief customer officer at Socure. "Agencies need to make faster, smarter decisions while adapting in real time to evolving threats."

The launch comes as government agencies face rising expectations from citizens accustomed to seamless digital experiences in banking, commerce and healthcare. At the same time, regulators and auditors are demanding stronger controls, clearer decision logic and greater transparency in how identity and eligibility decisions are made.

A unified approach to identity and program integrity

Recent federal initiatives, including executive orders focused on digital identity modernization and guidance from agencies such as the National Institute of Standards and Technology, have emphasized the need for stronger identity verification frameworks that balance security, privacy and accessibility.

Meanwhile, programs like unemployment insurance, Medicaid and disaster relief have been frequent targets of organized fraud rings exploiting outdated or fragmented systems.

SocureGov RiskOS is designed to help agencies respond more quickly to these pressures. The platform offers a single decisioning endpoint, pre-built integrations with more than 180 third-party services, and configurable workflows that reduce operational complexity for lean IT teams, Socure pointed out, noting that agencies can also adjust policies quickly as regulations or fraud patterns change, without rebuilding systems from scratch.

Transparency is another core focus. The platform provides explainable outcomes showing why an individual is approved, flagged or asked for additional information, supporting audits, appeals and compliance reviews—areas where opaque "black box" decisioning has drawn criticism in the past.

"Fraud in government isn't a future risk—it's a present reality," said Jordan Burris, head of public sector at Socure. "As fraudsters scale their operations with AI, government leaders need tools that restore speed, accountability, and confidence."

With the FedRAMP authorization and expanded capabilities, Socure is positioning the platform as a foundational layer for modern digital government, one that helps agencies protect public funds while delivering services people trust.

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