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Private Cloud Hosting Built Exclusively for Your Organization

Dedicated cloud infrastructure engineered to your exact specifications. Complete isolation with the security and control of on-premises, the flexibility of cloud. Hosted in Maryland's most redundant data center.

Your Infrastructure Needs More Than Public Cloud Can Deliver

Organizations running memory-intensive applications, high-performance computing, or compliance-sensitive workloads often find public cloud platforms inadequate or cost-prohibitive once real requirements are factored in.

Common Infrastructure Challenges

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    Public cloud costs escalating beyond projections as workloads scale

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    Compliance requirements making public cloud prohibitively expensive

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    Performance issues with shared infrastructure impacting critical applications

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    Need for dedicated resources without on-premises capital investment

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    Security concerns with multitenant cloud environments

Maryland's Private Cloud Alternative

DataBridge Sites builds custom private cloud environments on dedicated hardware exclusively for your organization. You get complete infrastructure isolation, collaborative engineering, and the OpenStack cloud platform - all within Maryland's most secure and reliable data center facility.

We serve as your infrastructure partner, not just a vendor. Our team works with yours to design cloud environments that match your specific requirements while maintaining the flexibility to evolve as your needs change.

What Private Cloud Hosting Includes

Your private cloud runs on infrastructure purchased and configured specifically for your organization. Complete separation from other customers with dedicated switches, servers, and networking equipment.

  • Dedicated Infrastructure

    Complete hardware isolation with dedicated switches, servers, and networking exclusively for your organization.

  • Custom Engineering

    Collaborative design process involving your team and our engineers to build the optimal environment.

  • Advanced Platform

    OpenStack cloud platform for organizations requiring this advanced technology stack.

  • Scalable Design

    Architecture designed to grow with your business requirements without infrastructure replacement.

Infrastructure Specifications

Certifications: ISO 27001 | ISO 9001 | SOC 2 Type II | Maryland Lottery & Gaming Control Agency Authorization.

Compliance-Ready Infrastructure: Built and operated to meet the technical, security, and operational requirements for HIPAA and PCI DSS compliance.

Your private cloud inherits the same superior infrastructure and reliability that powers our colocation services. Six 2.4-megawatt generators provide significantly more redundancy than competitors who typically deploy only two 1-1.5 megawatt generators.

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Platform

OpenStack cloud platform with complete customization capabilities

Hardware Isolation

Dedicated servers, switches, and networking - zero shared resources

Facility Standards

Maryland's most redundant data center

Power Infrastructure

Six 2.4-megawatt generators supporting high-density deployments

Uptime Record

100% uptime - 30 years without electrical outage

Security

24/7/365 on-site staffing, biometric access, mantraps, CCTV surveillance

Private Cloud Applications

  • Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)

    Support remote workforce with dedicated VDI environments that deliver consistent performance without public cloud variability.

  • High-Performance Computing

    Research simulations and computational workloads requiring dedicated resources and high-performance infrastructure.

  • Memory-Intensive Applications

    ERP systems, in-memory databases, and analytics platforms that demand substantial memory and consistent performance.

  • Custom Business Applications

    Tailored cloud environments for unique organizational applications that don't fit standard public cloud models.

How Private Cloud Implementation Works

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    Requirements Assessment

    We collaborate with your team to understand workload requirements, compliance needs, and performance expectations.

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    Custom Infrastructure Design

    Our engineers design dedicated hardware configuration and network architecture specifically for your environment.

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    Hardware Procurement & Build

    We purchase and configure servers, switches, and networking equipment exclusively for your organization.

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    Implementation & Testing

    Complete setup, testing, and validation before migration to ensure optimal performance.

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    Migration Support

    Professional assistance moving workloads from existing infrastructure to your new private cloud.

Trusted by Maryland's Leading Organizations

DataBridge successfully serves organizations from 10-person companies to major enterprises across diverse industries. Our customer base demonstrates our ability to scale solutions appropriately for any business size and technical requirement.

DataBridge Sites in Silver Spring is the most secure, well-powered and best connected facility in the state of Maryland.

Regional Enterprise Customer

No issues with downtime. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and easy to work with.

Healthcare Organization

All you have to do is take the tour and you'll be sold. The six generators and comprehensive infrastructure investment demonstrate a level of reliability you won't find elsewhere in Maryland.

Regional Enterprise Customer

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Private cloud customers include large enterprises requiring dedicated infrastructure for compliance and performance, as well as specialized applications that demand resources beyond standard hosting capabilities.

Integration and Connectivity

Private cloud environments integrate with your on-premises infrastructure, public cloud services, and other DataBridge hosting services. The 10Gb private link between our Silver Spring and Aurora facilities enables geographic redundancy and disaster recovery architectures.

Connectivity Options:

  • Direct connections to AWS, Azure, and other public cloud providers

  • Site-to-site VPN for secure access from your locations

  • Express Connect network - fastest route to Ashburn, VA

  • Carrier-neutral facility with major telecommunications providers

Complementary Services: Combine private cloud with colocation for hybrid architectures, disaster recovery for business continuity, and network services for optimal connectivity.

Compliance

Compliance and Security

Private cloud infrastructure meets stringent regulatory requirements for healthcare, financial services, and government sectors.

Dedicated hardware simplifies compliance by eliminating shared infrastructure concerns. Your environment maintains complete isolation while our facility-level certifications and compliance-ready infrastructure provide the foundation for regulatory requirements.

DataBridge Certifications: ISO 27001 | ISO 9001 | SOC 2 Type II | Maryland Lottery & Gaming Control Agency Authorization

Compliance-Ready Infrastructure: Our facilities are built and operated to meet the technical, security, and operational requirements for HIPAA and PCI DSS compliance.

  • SOC 2 Type II

    Physical security and operational compliance audited annually

  • ISO 27001

    Information security management systems certification

EAGLE Certification GroupA-LIGNSOC 2 Type IIMaryland Lottery & Gaming Control Agency (MLGCA) authorization

Physical Security Features:

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    24/7/365 on-site staffing with immediate response

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    Biometric access controls and mantraps at all entry points

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    Comprehensive CCTV surveillance throughout facility

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    Advanced physical security measures

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    Maryland Lottery & Gaming Control Agency (MLGCA) authorization

Our dedicated compliance team supports regulatory requirements with annual compliance reports, audit assistance, and ongoing documentation. We handle infrastructure and network controls so you can focus on applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Private cloud provides dedicated hardware exclusively for your organization with complete infrastructure isolation while shared cloud operates on multitenant infrastructure where resources are pooled across multiple customers. Private cloud offers stronger security, enhanced compliance, and consistent performance without resource contention while shared cloud delivers cost-effective virtualized infrastructure for standard workloads. The right choice depends on your security requirements, compliance obligations, and application characteristics.

About DataBridge Sites

DataBridge Sites operates Maryland's largest and most secure data center facility. Our foundation stretches back over 20 years, bringing deep industry experience to every customer relationship.

CEO Jim Weller brings over 30 years of internet infrastructure expertise. He previously co-founded Enterprise Technology Parks, a Maryland data center company acquired by TierPoint, demonstrating proven track record in data center operations and growth.

Maryland organizations benefit from local presence that eliminates travel time to Northern Virginia facilities. You work with familiar team members who understand your specific requirements and provide immediate, knowledgeable support. This local partnership approach contrasts with impersonal support structures common with larger national providers.

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DataBridge Sites Silver Spring data center facility
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DataBridge Sites Silver Spring data center facility
DataBridge Sites Silver Spring data center facility
DataBridge Sites Silver Spring data center facility
DataBridge Sites Silver Spring data center facility
DataBridge Sites Silver Spring data center facility

Get Your Private Cloud Built Right

Private cloud infrastructure should match your exact requirements without compromise. Our collaborative design process ensures you get dedicated resources, complete control, and the OpenStack platform in Maryland's most reliable data center.

Organizations with substantial workload requirements, compliance obligations, or applications demanding dedicated resources find private cloud delivers superior value.

See our facility firsthand to understand the infrastructure difference.