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Defense Technology Services

Maximus helps defense agencies strengthen mission readiness, accelerate operational decision-making, and securely modernize the systems that support the warfighter.

Mission-ready. Future focused.

Maximus helps defense agencies modernize the systems, services, and operations that support mission readiness. We bring together technology, mission support, and service delivery expertise to help agencies strengthen security, improve agility, and turn data into actionable insight.

Built for complex missions. Designed for secure operations. Focused on readiness.

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Supporting missions across the enterprise

U.S. Air Force

Supporting Air Force modernization with secure, mission-ready technology solutions that strengthen cyber resilience, improve operational efficiency, and enable faster, data-driven decisions.

U.S. Navy

Helping the U.S. Navy modernize operations through secure cloud, cybersecurity, data management, and digital solutions that improve agility and mission readiness.

Special Operations

Supporting programs that advance human performance, strengthen resilience, readiness, and long-term health across demanding operational environments.

U.S. Army

Helping the Army modernize mission-critical operations, improve logistics readiness, and deliver capabilities at scale.

Defense capabilities built around the mission

Maximus brings together defense technology, mission expertise, and service delivery to advance DoD digital modernization. Across AI, cybersecurity, cloud, data, and mission operations, these capabilities help defense agencies modernize critical systems, strengthen readiness, and give people the information and tools they need to carry out the mission.

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AI for defense decision-making

AI helps defense organizations make faster operational decisions, improve intelligence analysis, automate mission workflows, and strengthen readiness. Maximus combines AI-ready data, advanced analytics, and machine learning to help the Department of Defense deploy AI securely across complex mission environments.

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Closing the AI readiness gap in defense

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What defense leaders need to know about AI-ready data

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Designing AI that supports the missions behind national security

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Service delivery is key to the Department of Defense’s IT modernization

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DoD cybersecurity and Zero Trust solutions

Strengthen DoD cybersecurity and protect critical missions against evolving threats. Maximus helps agencies implement Zero Trust architecture, secure cloud environments, and meet DoD Risk Management Framework requirements. For DISA, this work increased Security Operations Center effectiveness by 50% and accelerated Authority to Operate approvals, supporting system availability and secure information sharing.

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Building a practical zero trust strategy for national defense

Accelerate Zero Trust adoption across the DoD

Preparing your SOC for the future

Turn cyber intelligence into operational advantage

Striking the balance: Mission access and cybersecurity in cloud environments

Secure the cloud without slowing the mission

Road mapping to optimize defense modernization

Accelerate defense modernization

Why zero trust implementation is a cultural challenge for DoD leaders

Build a stronger Zero Trust culture

Protecting DoD missions against cyber threats

Maximus partnered with the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) to improve cyber operations, accelerate security approvals, and increase Security Operations Center performance by 50%. This work strengthened DoD cybersecurity, improved threat response, and supported secure connectivity across critical defense systems.

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Military Cloud and Secure Cloud Infrastructure

Cloud modernization supports secure, reliable operations across the defense enterprise. For the Army Materiel Command, Maximus supported the migration of a logistics system used by more than 23,000 people processing over 9 million transactions each day — while maintaining operations across all 50 program locations. By modernizing military cloud environments and strengthening defense cloud security, Maximus helps agencies protect critical systems, improve access to supply chain data, and sustain mission readiness.

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A vision for DoW cloud modernization beyond lift-and-shift​

Enable Secure Cloud

Improving the Army’s Materiel Readiness with Cloud Migration

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Rebuilding defense IT for speed, scale, and security

Strengthen mission-ready IT

Defense data for faster mission decisions

Maximus helps defense agencies turn complex information into clear, actionable insight. Through AI-ready data and DoD data analytics, leaders can identify patterns, assess risks, and make informed decisions that support operational readiness and mission outcomes.

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Modernizing defense software delivery

Build the foundation for AI for defense with secure, scalable software delivery. Maximus enables AI-ready data, automated security controls, and resilient deployment pipelines that support DoD digital transformation and mission success in contested environments.

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Innovating military health with advanced technology services

Our approach prioritizes digital innovation and human-centered design, specifically crafted for the unique needs of military health. We enhance access, personalize care, and elevate quality, ensuring seamless continuity and a superior experience for beneficiaries. With a focus on improving operational readiness, we support the well-being of service members and their families every step of the way.

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Our leaders

Frank Wakeham

Senior Managing Director, Defense Market Lead

Joe Kehoe

Managing Director, Federal Defense, Technology Services

Donna Settle

Vice President, Air Force & Space Force, Federal Defense Market

Dennis Arakelian

Vice President for Business Development, Defense at Maximus

Defense FAQs

Maximus helps defense agencies modernize technology, strengthen cyber resilience, and improve mission operations. Our secure, scalable solutions connect people, systems, and data to support faster decisions, reliable service delivery, and greater readiness across complex defense environments.

Defense technology gives agencies secure access to the systems, data, and insights they need to carry out the mission. Modern cloud infrastructure, resilient networks, artificial intelligence, advanced analytics, and digital platforms can improve situational awareness, accelerate decision-making, and strengthen operational readiness.

Maximus helps defense agencies modernize legacy systems, applications, infrastructure, and processes without disrupting critical operations. We use cloud technology, DevSecOps, automation, data management, and human-centered design to improve security, interoperability, and system performance.

Defense AI helps agencies analyze complex data, automate routine processes, identify patterns, and provide timely insights to decision-makers. Maximus applies artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced analytics to support areas such as mission planning, logistics, predictive maintenance, cybersecurity, and operational decision-making.

Maximus helps defense agencies protect critical systems, networks, and data through Zero Trust architecture, identity and access management, continuous monitoring, cyber operations, and secure modernization. These capabilities help agencies identify threats, reduce risk, and maintain mission operations as cyber threats evolve.

Contract vehicles

Maximus gives defense customers flexible, efficient paths to procure the technology, modernization, cybersecurity, data, and mission support services they need. Our contract vehicles, accreditations, and certifications help agencies move quickly while meeting the security, compliance, and delivery requirements of complex federal missions.

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Join our team

Join our team and be part of delivering federal technology solutions that empower government agencies across health, civilian, and defense.  At Maximus, you'll drive innovation, impact public service, and help shape the future of government.

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