Custom System Builds and Secure Configurations for Mission-Critical Environments
delivers tailored system build and configuration services for clients who operate in high-security and highly regulated domains. These services are specifically designed for computing environments where data integrity, regulatory compliance, and operational reliability are non-negotiable.
Whether you’re building isolated, disconnected, or fully air-gapped systems, we help you navigate each step — from analysis and procurement through buildout, deployment, and long-term sustainment — with clarity, precision, and documented compliance.
Service Overview
No two secure environments are the same. Requirements vary widely depending on contract language, facility constraints, and mission needs. Our approach is rooted in clear communication, technical accuracy, and a deep understanding of both government expectations and operational realities.
We do not use generic solutions. Every system is custom-built to meet your specific contractual obligations, environmental constraints, and security requirements. Security and usability are addressed together — so that your systems not only pass inspection but also support real-world use with confidence and continuity.
What We Deliver
Contractual and Physical Requirements Analysis
We start with a thorough review of DD-254s and supporting documentation to identify technical and environmental obligations. This includes:
- TEMPEST and COMSEC controls
- ITAR compliance requirements
- Open storage areas, Legacy closed areas, SCIFs, and Restricted areas
- OPSEC compliance requirements
This foundational analysis ensures that all requirements are captured and translated into clear technical specifications.
Information Owner Coordination
We engage directly with Information Owners to capture operational and security requirements from the source. These discussions guide decisions on:
- System functions and workflows
- User access needs
- Security enforcement aligned with mission objectives
By involving stakeholders early, we align build decisions with day-to-day operational tasks — not just policy requirements.
Procurement Planning and Equipment Sourcing
We offer full-spectrum support for procurement, tailored to the level of client involvement preferred. This includes:
- Comparative evaluation of compliant hardware/software
- Procurement planning reports
- Support for client-led or fully managed purchasing
All procurement strategies are aligned with mission requirements, contractual constraints, and available budget.
System Acquisition and Build
Once hardware is sourced, we handle full system assembly and configuration, including:
- Operating system installation and patching
- BIOS configuration and hardening
- Network setup, server provisioning, and account creation
- Cable routing and hardware integration
- Installation and configuration of required applications
Our systems leave the bench ready for secure deployment, without additional rework required.
Security Hardening and Control Implementation
We apply tailored security controls based on regulatory and operational requirements, including:
- Role-based user permissions and access control
- BIOS and hardware-level security settings
- STIG implementation with SCAP validation
- Antivirus deployment, firewall configuration, and port/service lockdown
- Software/hardware whitelisting and control enforcement
- Logging, auditing, and forensic readiness tools
- Vulnerability detection and remediation workflows
Each build is hardened according to NIST, RMF, and contract-specific controls to ensure readiness for inspection and long-term resilience.
Deployment, Reconstitution, and Optimization
We provide direct onsite support for final deployment into operational environments. Additional services include:
- System reconstitution after hardware replacement or data loss
- Optimization and tuning for evolving mission requirements
- Integration into sensitive or restricted-access environments
Ongoing Monitoring and Maintenance
To maintain compliance and performance over time, we implement tailored sustainment plans that include:
- Patch and security update cycles
- Regular control reviews and revalidation
- Vulnerability scans and remediation
- Configuration adjustments for shifting regulatory or operational demands
- Documentation updates and audit preparation
System integration in high-security environments requires more than technical know-how — it demands clarity, discipline, and a deep understanding of how regulatory, operational, and mission needs intersect. Here’s how Phoenix stands apart:
Requirements-First Approach
We begin with a full understanding of contractual, physical, and mission requirements before a single cable is run. This ensures every build is aligned with what the contract demands and what the mission actually requires.
Disconnected System Expertise
Our team has decades of experience building isolated, air-gapped, and sensitive systems that operate in environments with no margin for error. We understand the nuances of secure architecture and how to keep it functioning long after deployment.
No Templates, No Guesswork
All system configurations and documentation are created from scratch, tailored to the specific system, location, and use case. You won't find recycled checklists or one-size-fits-all solutions in our process.
Security and Usability, Side by Side
We don’t trade off usability for security — or vice versa. Our systems are both hardened and intuitive, ensuring operators can do their jobs effectively without compromising compliance.
Sustainment Built In
We plan for the entire system lifecycle — not just initial deployment. From reconstitution planning to long-term patching and monitoring, we build infrastructure that’s designed to stay secure, functional, and inspection-ready over time.
Do you support the build of disconnected or air-gapped systems?
Yes. We specialize in standalone, air-gapped, and physically isolated systems designed for high-security environments with strict compliance and operational requirements.
Do you only support disconnected or air-gapped systems?
While we specialize in disconnected environments, we also have extensive experience designing, configuring, and securing contractor-to-government networked systems. Our team understands the specific technical and compliance requirements involved in establishing and maintaining secure connections between contractor infrastructure and government systems — including cross-domain solutions, boundary controls, and enclave integration.
Can you help us interpret technical and physical requirements from our contract?
Absolutely. We review DD-254s, DSS Form 147s, and all relevant documentation to identify and translate contractual obligations into concrete, technical system build requirements.
What if we already have a system but need it rebuilt or reconstituted?
We offer full system reconstitution services, including rebuilding from baseline configurations, restoring documentation, reapplying security controls, and validating compliance after hardware replacement or data loss.
How do you ensure systems remain compliant over time?
Through our continuous monitoring and maintenance plans, we conduct regular patching, configuration reviews, vulnerability scans, and control revalidations to help ensure your systems remain compliant as requirements evolve.
Do you supply the hardware or help us procure it?
We can manage procurement entirely, support your internal purchasing process, or provide recommendations based on cost, compliance, and mission fit. All solutions are tailored to your preference.
What standards do your builds adhere to?
Our systems are built and hardened in accordance with NIST guidelines, RMF frameworks, and any specific security controls mandated by your contract or sponsoring agency.
Will the systems be usable and intuitive, or just secure?
We design for both. Every system is built to be secure without sacrificing usability — so your teams can execute their mission without unnecessary friction or technical hurdles.
Security begins with a conversation.
Every mission requires the right infrastructure. At Phoenix, we don’t just build secure systems — we build systems that work, last, and pass inspection with confidence.
Book now and let’s build your secure environment the right way.