Mvation Partners with iStorage to Expand FIPS-Certified Storage Solutions

Mvation is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with iStorage, a global leader in hardware-encrypted data storage — now strengthened by their acquisition of Kanguru, a trusted provider of secure USB drives and endpoint protection.

With this acquisition, iStorage now offers a comprehensive, unified product portfolio that meets the stringent data protection needs of federal, state and local government, education, and healthcare customers. These solutions are FIPS-certified, TAA-compliant, and available through Mvation’s GSA Schedule and other contract vehicles, making them easier than ever to procure.

🚀 Part of a Growing 2025 Partner Strategy

This announcement is part of Mvation’s broader 2025 initiative to bring even more industry-leading technologies to public sector and healthcare buyers. Check out our other new partnerships:

• Mvation Partners with Zoom
• Mvation Now Authorized Meta Reseller
• Mvation Awarded GSA Letter of Supply with iPro

🔒 Why This Partnership Matters

With iStorage and Kanguru now under one brand, customers benefit from:

• A single vendor for encrypted USB, SSD, and HDD storage
• FIPS 140-2 Level 3 certified devices across form factors
• PIN-authenticated and biometric access options
• Centralized management via Kanguru Remote Management Console (KRMC)
• Full TAA compliance, ready for public sector procurement

Whether protecting classified government files or sensitive patient data, these solutions are purpose-built for security-first organizations.

🛡️ FIPS-Certified Storage for Government and Healthcare

FIPS 140-2 Level 3 certification is the benchmark for secure hardware encryption in government and regulated industries. iStorage and Kanguru devices meet or exceed these standards, ensuring data remains protected even if a device is lost or stolen.

🔑 Key Features:

• Hardware-Based AES 256-bit Encryption
• PIN or Biometric Authentication
• Tamper-Evident Design & Brute Force Protection
• OS-Independent, No Software Required

These tools are ideal for:

• Federal agencies handling classified or sensitive mission data
• Public safety units transporting digital evidence
• Hospitals and health networks securing portable patient records
• Universities protecting research and academic data

These features make iStorage and Kanguru ideal for secure, mobile data transport in mission-critical environments, including:

🏛️ Federal Government: Mission-Ready Security

Federal agencies can now deploy fully compliant encrypted storage that aligns with:

• CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, and Zero Trust mandates
• Secure data transfer in SCIF environments or field operations
• Role-based access and remote wipe with KRMC
• TAA-compliant options ready for GSA Schedule ordering

🏫 SLED: Simpler Endpoint Protection

For state, local, and education (SLED) organizations, iStorage-Kanguru drives support compliance with:

• CJIS for law enforcement
• FERPA for education
• State-level cybersecurity frameworks

Perfect for:

• School IT teams securing student records
• Public agencies managing mobile data
• First responders and law enforcement needing secure, portable storage

🏥 Healthcare: Built for HIPAA Compliance

The iStorage-Kanguru portfolio provides a powerful solution for healthcare organizations managing PHI across mobile and remote endpoints:

• HIPAA- and HITECH-compliant encrypted USBs
• Secure transfer of diagnostic images and lab results
• Easy-to-manage devices for traveling clinicians and telehealth staff
• Remote disable or policy enforcement via KRMC

🔄 Partner Synergies for Seamless Integration

iStorage and Kanguru pair well with several of Mvation’s technology partners, including:

• Dell & HP – for secure workstation integration across agencies and campuses
• Thales – to complement encryption with enterprise key management and HSMs
• Netgate (pfSense) – for bootable secure USBs or encrypted configuration storage
• ViewSonic & Smart Technologies – secure storage for interactive classroom and conference room environments
• Axis Communications & Verkada – protect exported surveillance footage on encrypted drives

🛒 Available Through Mvation

As an authorized reseller, Mvation offers iStorage (including Kanguru products) through our federal and SLED contract vehicles, including GSA Schedule, ensuring compliant and convenient procurement.

Whether you’re a federal agency deploying secure field equipment or a hospital protecting portable clinical data, Mvation is your partner in secure, scalable, and compliant storage solutions.

📞 Ready to Learn More?

Contact Mvation today to:

• Request a demo of iStorage + Kanguru products
• Get help identifying the right FIPS- or HIPAA-compliant device
• Procure through GSA or state contracts with ease

Secure your data. Simplify your compliance. Trust Mvation.

About Mvation

Mvation is a trusted IT solutions provider for the government, education, and healthcare sectors. Our growing portfolio of technology partners — now including iStorage + Kanguru, Zoom, Meta, iPro, and ACTi — ensures our customers stay ahead in cybersecurity, compliance, and innovation.