Highlights

  • SDCH deploys over 5,000 Enclave agents across U.S. Department of Defense intelligence networks
  • The Company advances federal strategy via asset intelligence and certificate management use cases
  • SideChannel expands zero-trust cybersecurity footprint within a second U.S. military service branch

SideChannel, Inc. (OTCQB: SDCH), a U.S.-based cybersecurity services and software provider, announced the deployment of its Enclave zero-trust security solution within a second branch of the United States Department of Defense (DoD). This deployment, facilitated through one of the company’s federal resale partners, extends SideChannel’s footprint in national security operations and highlights continued adoption of its technology by government institutions.

The latest rollout involves more than 5,000 Enclave agents installed on-premises within national intelligence networks. The deployment addresses key cybersecurity functions including asset intelligence and certificate management—two critical operational areas for maintaining security in controlled infrastructure environments.

According to the company, the second deployment of Enclave within the DoD supports a broader trend of increasing cybersecurity demands across classified networks and complex digital environments. These use cases are particularly relevant for air-gapped or segmented systems where traditional enterprise security tools may not be viable.

Commenting on the development, SideChannel CEO Brian Haugli stated that the deployment within a second DoD branch reflects the platform’s alignment with the specific operational and compliance requirements of defense networks.

Enclave is designed to provide granular visibility and control over connected devices and encrypted communications in highly restricted environments. The platform includes capabilities to manage digital certificates and network segmentation while maintaining a lightweight system footprint, making it adaptable for secure and sensitive operations. Its architecture allows it to operate within infrastructure that is often disconnected from public networks, a common feature of military and intelligence systems.

The engagement builds on a previously announced deployment of Enclave within another DoD service branch and is part of SideChannel’s ongoing federal market growth strategy. The company has indicated that its focus remains on meeting the security and compliance needs of defense and intelligence stakeholders, alongside broader applications across critical infrastructure and mid-market enterprises.

This latest development comes as the U.S. federal government continues to strengthen its cybersecurity posture through both executive policy and operational spending. Programs across various agencies are increasingly prioritizing zero-trust frameworks, driven by the need to secure critical systems from both internal and external threats.

SideChannel has not disclosed financial terms or contract duration related to the current deployment. However, the company indicated it will continue collaborating with partners and agencies to support operational rollouts and security lifecycle management.

As SideChannel deepens its role in defense cybersecurity, it plans to leverage existing government relationships and further integrate Enclave into public sector environments. The company also supports clients in highly regulated industries including healthcare, finance, and energy.

This deployment marks another step in SideChannel’s efforts to align with federal security modernization initiatives while addressing operational requirements of highly sensitive and mission-critical networks.