IDS International
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Location
Headquarters: Arlington, Virginia, United States, North America
Region: Virginia
Country: US
Continent: North America
About
IDS International provides training, logistics, and security services for international government projects, operating across conflict zones and austere environments. With a multidisciplinary approach, they support expeditionary operations, infrastructure protection, cyber and information warfare training, and post-conflict reconstruction across multiple countries. The company emphasizes high-security, cleared staffing, and capability development for government agencies and international organizations. Based in the United States, IDS International conducts global engagements and collaborates with clients to deliver tailored, field-tested solutions to complex operational challenges.
IDS International provides training, security, and logistics support services to U.S. government agencies and international organizations. The company specializes in expeditionary operations, cyber warfare training, and infrastructure protection within austere environments. Its client base includes entities such as the Department of State and the Defense Intelligence Agency.
2006
for_profit
active
Industries
Primary Industry: Business Services
Categories
Funding & Financials
Late Stage
10m-50m
private
Founders
Nick Dowling
Noah Melgar
Leadership
Noah Melgar — Vice President, Cyber and Information Warfare
Usman Shakir — Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer
Nick Dowling — Founder, CEO, and Chairman of the Board
Chris Bauer — Chief Growth Officer
Noah Melgar — Director, Cyber and Social Media
Noah Melgar — Co-Founder and Vice Chairman of Cyber and Information Warfare
Technology Stack
Products
SMEIR: A digital training solution offering a realistic operational practice environment for cyber and information operations, including social media analytics and network mapping.
Training and Technical Services: Comprehensive training and technical services for security officers, including scenario-based training and infrastructure protection.
Infrastructure Protection: Services for physical and digital protection of critical infrastructure, including construction security monitoring, access control, and surveillance.
Tactical Training: Scenario-based training programs designed to enhance operational readiness for various real-world challenges.
Clear Escort Services: Security solutions for government, military, nonprofit, and public-sector clients, including escort services by ex-military professionals.
Team Mbogo Support Solutions: Capacity-building assistance for peace, security, and regional stability initiatives, including training, mentoring, logistics support, and equipment procurement.
