Award-Winning
Washington DC IT Company | Orion Networks
Orion Networks is a premier managed IT services provider serving Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia since 2011. Ranked #2 globally for innovation by Channel Futures, we deliver enterprise-grade IT solutions, cybersecurity, and compliance consulting to 100+ organizations across the DMV area.
Industry Awards & Recognition
Channel Futures NextGen 101
- #2 Globally (2023) – Ranked as the second most innovative IT service provider worldwide, jumping from #71 in 2022. [Download Full List]
- Recognizes groundbreaking MSPs with cutting-edge technologies and business practices
CRN MSP 500 – Pioneer 250 (2021)
- Named to prestigious MSP 500 list for innovative managed services approaches
- Recognized for customer-first IT support and technical excellence
CRN MSP 500 – Pioneer 250 (2024)
- Named to prestigious MSP 500 list due to forward-thinking approach to technology support
- Recognized for helping small to midsize businesses leverage cutting-edge technology solutions
Channel Futures MSP 501 (2025)
- Named to the world’s most comprehensive managed service provider ranking. [Press Coverage]
- Evaluated on rigorous financial performance, revenue growth, and operational efficiency
- Validates cybersecurity capabilities, AI adoption, and business stability
Inc. 5000 (2025)
- Recognized among America’s fastest-growing private companies
- Highlights exceptional revenue growth and business expansion
- Demonstrates sustained success among Washington DC IT companies
Local Recognition
- Washington DC’s fastest-growing IT services provider
- #1 network security company in Washington DC based on client satisfaction
Technology Partnerships
Microsoft Solutions Partner (Azure Infrastructure)
- Azure cloud migration and implementation
- Microsoft 365 deployment and optimization
- Microsoft Copilot integration
- Nonprofit technology solutions and grants
Cisco Select Integrator Partner
- Network design and infrastructure architecture
- Cybersecurity solution deployment
- Collaboration and data center solutions
VMware Partner – Virtualization and infrastructure optimization
Citrix Partner – Remote access and virtual desktop solutions
Storage Partners – Nimble Storage, EMC hardware solutions
Compliance Certifications for Washington DC Federal Contractors
CMMC Registered Practitioner Organization (RPO)
- Official CMMC pre-assessments for DoD contractors (Levels 1-3)
- Gap analysis, SSP development, POA&M creation
- Defense Industrial Base compliance expertise
NIST 800-171 Compliance Expertise
- Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) protection
- 110+ security controls implementation across 17 families
- Federal contractor compliance for DoD, NASA, GSA
NIST Cybersecurity Framework – Risk-based security implementation (Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, Recover)
HIPAA Compliance – Healthcare infrastructure security, PHI protection, EHR integration, BAA compliance
PCI DSS Compliance – Secure payment processing environments for businesses and nonprofits
DFARS Compliance – Cybersecurity requirements for DoD contractors (DFARS 252.204-7012)
Professional Certifications
- CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) – Multiple team members certified by (ISC)²
- Microsoft Certifications – Azure cloud services, Microsoft 365 administration, enterprise deployment
- Cisco Certifications – Network design, configuration, deployment best practices
About Orion Networks
Established: 2011 | HQ: Washington, DC | Clients: 100 + organizations
Service Areas: Washington DC, Northern Virginia(Reston, Tysons Corner, McLean, Richmond), Maryland(Bethesda, Columbia, Rockville)
Industries: Healthcare, Legal, Engineering, Real Estate, Nonprofits, Associations, Education, Federal Contractors
Leadership: Master ‘s Degree in Systems Engineering (Georgia Tech), Fortune 500 Strategy Leadership experience, 10+ years finance/audit expertise
Why Choose Orion Networks
As one of the top Washington DC IT companies, Orion Networks combines global recognition (#2 NextGen 101 ranking) with local DMV expertise. Our CMMC RPO certification and NIST 800-171 expertise serve federal contractors, while Microsoft and Cisco partnerships deliver enterprise solutions across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC. We provide expert-level managed IT services, cybersecurity, and compliance consulting to organizations throughout the DC Metro area.
