Cybersecurity for High-Tech Firms: A CompuOne Case Study

How a High-Tech Firm in San Diego Secured Performance and Protection

When a high-tech engineering firm in San Diego reached out to us, they weren’t looking for basic IT support. They had a sharp internal team of 40 employees with deep technical capabilities. However, they did not have specialized cybersecurity expertise, especially when it came to designing a secure, high-performance network that could support their sensitive operations.

They had tried to solve the problem internally but with large R&D investments on the line and strict confidentiality requirements, they knew they needed a partner who could bring next-level cybersecurity network design.

Client Focus: Security Without Slowing Down

The firm operated inside a small industrial complex, where Wi-Fi visibility posed serious concerns. Their developers needed full internet access with strict safeguards. Meanwhile, the support team required limited connectivity, and a clean room had to be isolated entirely meaning no cellular devices, no external voice transmission, and airtight data protection.

They also had to integrate two operating systems and ensure uninterrupted broadband access for software and hardware development. The network couldn’t just be secure, it had to be fast, flexible, and future-proof.

Without the right solution, their proprietary data could be compromised and their ability to scale could stall.

CompuOne Vision + Solution: Strategic Cybersecurity Architecture, Built for Innovation

We began with a full CMMC audit and gap analysis to understand where the vulnerabilities were. From there, we created a layered plan tailored to their unique environment and compliance requirements.

Our solution included:

• Custom nested network design for segmented control between departments
• Dedicated Wi-Fi networks for clean-room and broadband testing environments
• Network cabling recommendations to support bandwidth and separation
• Layer 3 switches for intelligent routing without compromising segmentation
• A multi-vendor setup using Cisco, Fortinet, SonicWALL, and Ruckus—each selected for performance in its specific use case

What set us apart was how we combined performance, security, and control giving each segment autonomy while ensuring everything worked together seamlessly.

CompuOne Implementation: Thoughtful, Thorough, and On Budget

Over a 3-month timeline, we worked closely with the firm’s internal team to deploy the solution. During testing, we accounted for cross-platform compatibility, layered administrative access, and rigorous security verification. There were delays in the approval process, but the client appreciated our transparency and flexibility.

CompuOne Results: Secure, Scalable, and Trusted

The outcomes exceeded expectations:

• Zero vulnerabilities detected post-deployment
• No compromise in broadband throughput, critical to their development workflows
• The internal team retained limited control for day-to-day adjustments
• Long-term stability with annual system audits now in place

The best feedback came directly from the client:

“You actually listened to everything we were saying.”

They’ve since referred us to others in the industry and they’re staying with us for ongoing audits and updates.

Why It Matters for Growing Tech Companies

Cybersecurity network design for high-tech firms is a necessary strategic decision. As government regulations like CMMC 2.0 become more critical, AI becomes more sophisticated and IP protection becomes central to your bottom line, it’s essential to build an infrastructure that’s secure and scalable.

If your internal IT team is running into limitations or you’re building systems too valuable to risk – schedule a call with CompuOne today.

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