RealmOne Named Best of Howard County at 2025 Cybersecurity Awards
Columbia, Maryland – October 1, 2025 – RealmOne, a provider of advanced technology services and solutions focused on cybersecurity, intelligence collection and analysis, data science and advanced analytics, and mission operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community, has earned the honor of being named the Best of Howard County at the 2025 Cybersecurity Awards. RealmOne is a portfolio company of Enlightenment Capital.
With more than 90 nominations submitted across multiple categories, RealmOne’s recognition as Best of Howard County underscores the company’s enduring commitment to advancing cybersecurity, supporting the Howard County business community, and delivering trusted solutions to government and industry partners.
This achievement comes at a particularly meaningful moment for RealmOne. In October 2025, the company will celebrate 20 years in business, a milestone that reflects two decades of innovation, growth, and mission success in support of national security. From its headquarters in Columbia, Maryland, RealmOne has built a strong reputation as both a technology leader and a community partner, promoting collaboration and contributing to the thriving cybersecurity ecosystem in Howard County.
“This prestigious recognition is another tangible indication of the impact RealmOne is having and has had over the last 20 years,” said RealmOne’s President, Matt Ford. “Our culture is one of people-driven innovation, helping to safeguard the digital realm of the nation.”
Being named Best of Howard County not only highlights RealmOne’s impact in the cybersecurity sector but also affirms the company’s role as an employer of choice and trusted partner in the region. The recognition is a testament to the dedication of its employees, whose expertise, creativity, and collaboration continue to drive RealmOne forward.
This award adds to RealmOne’s growing list of honors and reflects the company’s steadfast mission: protecting critical systems, enabling secure operations, and supporting the people and organizations that safeguard our nation.
About RealmOne
RealmOne is a trusted government contractor delivering advanced cybersecurity, intelligence, and technology solutions that protect critical missions and enable national security. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, RealmOne has spent 20 years building a legacy of innovation and excellence. The company is proud to support the Howard County business community while fostering collaboration, developing top-tier talent, and driving meaningful impact across the cybersecurity landscape. For more information, visit www.RealmOne.com and follow us at https://www.linkedin.com/company/realm-one.
About the Cybersecurity Association
The Cybersecurity Association, Inc. is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization established in 2015. The Association is dedicated to advancing cybersecurity through advocacy and collaboration. It helps members form connections with each other, industry resources, and potential private and public sector buyers. Additionally, the Association hosts the Speakers Bureau, an exclusive database of professionals within the cybersecurity industry available to the community.
About Enlightenment Capital
Enlightenment Capital, a Washington, DC area-based private investment firm, makes control and strategic, non-control investments in middle market companies in the Aerospace, Defense, Government & Technology (ADG&T) sector. The firm partners with businesses that provide vital services, protect critical infrastructure, innovate cyber and data solutions, enhance decision-making capabilities, engineer aerospace and space systems, safeguard national security, and endeavor to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow. For more information, visit www.enlightenment-cap.com and follow us at www.linkedin.com/company/enlightenment-capital.