E-Rate Managed Service | Securolytics

Managed Internal Broadband Services

Overview

Securolytics provides a managed suite of services designed to align with the FCC’s Category Two guidelines under the E-Rate program (47 CFR §§ 54.500 et seq). This solutions helps schools in managing internal broadband infrastructure securely and efficiently, with a focus on distributing high-speed broadband throughout instructional facilities.

The services are for the operation, management, and monitoring of eligible broadband internal connections using equipment that is leased to the applicant. The service includes:

I. Leased Internal Connections

The service includes a multi-function, on-premises router and firewall appliance, along with supporting firmware and software licenses (e.g., right-to-use software or client access licenses), used to operate eligible internal connection components, separate from basic firewall protection.

The solution supports the distribution of high-speed broadband throughout the school district including internal broadband routing, connections between buildings of the school district, and firewall enforcement, separate from basic protection for both wired and Wi-Fi clients. Make: Securolytics, Model Name: IoT-max, Model Number: IoTSA-1000

Physical Appliance

Make: Securolytics

Model Name: IoT-max
Model Number: IoTSA-1000

Appliance Specifications

Processor: 1.2 GHz Tilera TILE-Gx9 multicore CPU
Memory: 2 GB DDR3 RAM

Network Interfaces:

- 7 × Gigabit Ethernet (copper)
- 1 × SFP port (fiber)
- 1 × Ethernet management port

Power: Internal 100–240V AC power supply; UPS-compatible

Key Features:

1. Leased equipment, owned and operated by Securolytics
2. Supports distribution of high-speed broadband throughout the school campus/district
3. Supporting firmware and software licenses
4. Internal broadband routing
5. Connections between buildings
6. Firewall enforcement for both wired and Wi-Fi clients.

II. Remote Access and Monitoring Device

This device is a leased component of the Securolytics Managed Internal Broadband Service that provides secure remote access for vendor diagnostics and operational support. It does not perform any routing or firewall functions but enables the monitoring and management of eligible internal connections.

Ownership remains with Securolytics and the device is used exclusively to support the leased broadband equipment.

Remote Management Device

Make: Securolytics

Model Name: IoT-manage
Model Number: IoTSA-CHR

III. Managed Firewall Service and Internal Network Operations

Managed Services

Securolytics manages, operates and monitors the firewall/router appliances and internal broadband LAN/WLAN, including configuration, enforcement, and performance monitoring—all in compliance with E-Rate guidelines.

These services are structured to align with the definition of Managed Internal Broadband Services (MIBS) under Category Two

Managed Routing and LAN Operations

- Ongoing configuration, firmware updates, policy management, and monitoring of the onsite firewall.
- Includes DHCP support for Wi-Fi
- E-Rate Intent: Structured to support ongoing management of internal broadband connections such as routers and switches.

Site-to-Site VPN Connectivity

- Secure, managed VPN tunnels are provided to link multiple instructional sites to centralized servers and applications
- E-Rate Intent: Intended to align with support for internal broadband connections used between eligible instructional buildings.

Software and Licensing

- Provides the software, firmware, and management tools necessary for the operation and support of the eligible internal connection components described above, including routing and firewall functionality.
- E-Rate Intent: These items are included as part of the operation of eligible hardware and are not priced separately. They are intended to support the configuration and management of eligible internal broadband equipment in accordance with Category Two rules.