Government-grade IT solutions built for mission-critical work
Working for the federal government means showing up every day to accomplish your mission, no matter what it takes. That demands a connected, protected IT infrastructure built for fluid operations and enhanced security. Federal solutions by Spectrum Business®, a Charter Communications brand, run on a custom-built, government-grade network designed to modernize legacy systems and defend against evolving cybersecurity threats.
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Your toughest challenges —solved
Our portfolio is purpose-built to shoulder the mission-critical challenges facing the federal government. Whether the task at hand is improving constituent service delivery, ensuring seamless cross-collaboration between agencies or securing citizen data, our solutions welcome the responsibility of connecting and protecting our nation today and tomorrow.
We’re partners in your mission
You need an agile, resilient network to execute every mission, regardless of agency. We manage our end-to-end network so you can operate with confidence — proven across the thousands of state, local and federal agencies we already serve. Spectrum Business federal solutions are built on partnership, so you can focus on running a country.
Agile
Built for business continuity
Every solution, from managed WiFi to remote access to hybrid network technology, enables you to adapt so you have confidence that your network will be as nimble as you are. Factor in 24/7/365 U.S.-based support, should you need it. Operate with confidence knowing stringent service-level agreements (SLAs) are in place along with a 4-hour mean time to restore service1.
scalable
Supports remote operations
Work how and where you need to with the modern infrastructure and scalability required to foster cross-agency collaboration. Our network empowers true work-from-anywhere capabilities with our hybrid work solutions, including unified communications, so you can attract and retain the most skilled talent from around the country.
secure
Delivers powerful security and network diversity
Critical data crosses federal networks millions of times a day and it’s imperative to fortify the perimeter with cybersecurity solutions like secure remote access, cloud-based security and WAN edge security solutions. Plus, we offer carrier and geographic diversity in our network so you can have confidence in your connectivity.
Why Dedicated Fiber Internet for the federal government
Unlike shared broadband, our Dedicated Fiber Internet connection provides a private connection unaffected by neighboring agency or commercial traffic. Features include:
Symmetrical speeds up to 100 Gbps
Equal upload and download bandwidth for real-time video surveillance, secure data replication and cloud-hosted mission systems.
100% uptime SLA
Guaranteed from the handoff point, with a 4-hour mean time to restore. Built for operations that can't schedule downtime.
Secure connectivity
Combines Dedicated Fiber Internet with integrated cybersecurity — WAN edge security, secure remote access, and SASE. Ideal for agencies handling sensitive or classified data.
Multi-site resilience
Service is available across the government footprint, with carrier geographic diversity built in to keep multi-agency campuses and distributed field offices online.
Accreditations
AFCEA - Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association
ACT-IAC - American Council of Technology - Industry Advisory Council
Compliant connectivity for federal procurement
GSA EIS Contract Vehicle
Spectrum Business is an authorized provider through the GSA Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions (EIS) contract vehicle — the federal government's primary vehicle for telecommunications and network services. Federal agencies can procure Spectrum's Fiber Internet, SD-WAN and managed security services directly through EIS without a separate RFP process.
TIC 3.0 Alignment
Spectrum's network solutions align with CISA's Trusted Internet Connections (TIC) 3.0 guidance, supporting Traditional TIC, Branch Office and Remote User use cases with built-in security controls mapped to agency requirements.
Zero Trust Architecture
Spectrum's SD-WAN and SASE offerings support Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) implementations by enabling identity-verified, device-aware and policy-enforced access across federal networks — consistent with Executive Order 14028 (Improving the Nation's Cybersecurity).
FISMA and FedRAMP Alignment
Network services support FISMA compliance requirements. Cloud connectivity options support FedRAMP-aligned environments, enabling agencies to maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) for connected cloud workloads.
Fiber Internet speed and use cases
|
Connectivity tier |
Speed range |
Federal use cases |
|---|---|---|
|
Entry fiber |
25–200 Mbps |
Small field offices, remote federal facilities, backup connectivity |
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Standard fiber |
200 Mbps–1 Gbps |
Mid-size agencies, multi-floor facilities, cloud-connected operations |
|
High-capacity fiber |
1–10 Gbps |
Large agency headquarters, data center interconnects, real-time video/surveillance |
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Ultra-high capacity |
10–100 Gbps |
DOD installations, mission-critical national security facilities, multi-agency campuses |
Connect and protect with our federal network solutions
Internet
With Spectrum Business as your trusted partner, you can rest assured that you have reliable internet connectivity that keeps critical applications up and running backed by a service-level agreement (SLA) that guarantees 100% uptime, end-to-end performance nationwide and unrivaled remedies.2
Networking
A tailored solution is key to your success. Together, we design a network-centric solution to meet the demands of your day to day. Think high-capacity bandwidth, from dedicated internet connections with symmetrical speeds up to 100 Gbps to SD-WAN technologies and WAN edge security applications, delivered over our private fiber network. It's all possible to help bring your mission to life.
Managed services
Transform your network and simplify IT operations with expertise, service and support. We are a partner to your agency as we help design network services that fit your needs. We implement and fully manage or co-manage the network for you with 24/7/365, U.S.-based support.
Security
Government agencies must safeguard against internet and physical threats while protecting their network operations. But maintaining the proper security requirements to make this happen can strain internal IT teams. Our federal solutions provide managed and co-managed security solutions that reduce the day-to-day burden of your networking tasks by providing a centralized portal to protect your network with secure access service edge solutions as well as smart cameras and environmental sensors.
Voice and collaboration
You can’t compromise when it comes to communication, which is why our enterprise voice and unified communications solutions enable accessibility and productivity 24/7/365.
TV for Government
Agencies like the Department of Defense and active military bases can tune into critical events, entertainment and information through enterprise TV services with digital signage and content insertion capabilities.
Our nationwide reach
245,000+
fiber-route miles
317,000
fiber-lit buildings
1,200+
Active MEF-Certified professionals
Top choice for federal agencies nationwide
#1 Cable MSO U.S. Carrier Ethernet Services3
Top 3 Fiber-lit Buildings4
Top 3 U.S. Carrier Ethernet Services5
Making a difference in the communities we serve
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Awards and recognition
2026
Winner of the 2026 Frost & Sullivan North America Ethernet Services Industry Company of the Year Award
2026
Winner of the 2026 Frost & Sullivan North America DIA Industry Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition
2026
A Notable vendor in Forrester’s The Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) Services Landscape, Q1 2026
2025
Leader in the Frost Radar™: Carrier Ethernet Services in North America, 2025
2025
Top three ranked provider on Vertical Systems Group 2025 U.S. Carrier Ethernet LEADERBOARD
2025
Leader in the 2025 Omdia On The Radar MultiCaaS-unified communications as a service (UCaaS)
2026
Winner of the 2026 Frost & Sullivan North America Ethernet Services Industry Company of the Year Award
2026
Winner of the 2026 Frost & Sullivan North America DIA Industry Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition
2026
A Notable vendor in Forrester’s The Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) Services Landscape, Q1 2026
2025
Leader in the Frost Radar™: Carrier Ethernet Services in North America, 2025
2025
Top three ranked provider on Vertical Systems Group 2025 U.S. Carrier Ethernet LEADERBOARD
2025
Leader in the 2025 Omdia On The Radar MultiCaaS-unified communications as a service (UCaaS)
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Frequently asked questions
Yes. Spectrum Business is an authorized EIS provider. Federal agencies can procure Spectrum's dedicated fiber internet, SD-WAN, unified communications and managed security services through the EIS contract vehicle without conducting a separate competitive procurement.
Spectrum's Dedicated Fiber Internet for federal agencies scales from 25 Mbps to 100 Gbps with symmetric upload and download speeds. Agencies receive a private, unshared fiber connection backed by a 100% uptime SLA and a 4-hour mean time to restore guarantee.
Yes. Spectrum's network architecture supports TIC 3.0 implementation for Traditional TIC, Branch Office, and Remote User use cases. Spectrum's SD-WAN and SASE capabilities support Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) in alignment with CISA guidance and Executive Order 14028.
Secure Dedicated Fiber Internet combines Spectrum's dedicated fiber connection with integrated cybersecurity capabilities — including WAN edge security, secure remote access and SASE — in a single managed service. For federal agencies handling sensitive or classified data, this eliminates the need to layer a separate security overlay on top of a standard fiber connection.
Unlike broadband internet service (BIS) where bandwidth is shared with neighboring organizations, Spectrum's dedicated fiber provides a private connection — bandwidth is not affected by adjacent commercial or government traffic. This matters for federal agencies requiring consistent performance during peak hours or running latency-sensitive applications like real-time video, VoIP, or mission-critical operational systems.
Yes. Spectrum Business supports multi-site federal deployments with centralized SD-WAN management, unified billing, and carrier and geographic network diversity to ensure resilience across locations. Dedicated federal account teams manage enterprise-scale deployments.
13-hour mean time to restore service-level agreement.
2100% uptime SLA guarantee applies only to Dedicated Fiber Internet, Secure Dedicated Fiber Internet, Ethernet Services, Cloud Connect and Enterprise Trunking.
3“2020 U.S. Cable MSO Ethernet LEADERBOARD,” (Vertical Systems Group, 2021).
4“2022 U.S. Fiber Lit Building LEADERBOARD,” (Vertical Systems Group, 2023).
5“Year-End 2022 U.S. Carrier Ethernet LEADERBOARD,” (Vertical Systems Group, 2023).