Lasso Security Launches Lasso Federal LLC to Deliver GenAI Security Solutions for the Public Sector
In a significant step toward securing the future of artificial intelligence in government operations, Lasso Security has announced the creation of Lasso Federal LLC, a dedicated subsidiary focused on delivering advanced generative AI (GenAI) security solutions tailored to the needs of the U.S. public sector. This includes defense agencies, federal organizations, and SLED (State, Local, and Education) entities. The move underscores Lasso’s commitment to ensuring that innovation and security go hand-in-hand as governments embrace the transformative potential of GenAI technologies.
To support this initiative, Lasso Federal LLC has partnered with Swish Data, a trusted provider of technology solutions to federal agencies. Together, they aim to deliver mission-critical GenAI security capabilities that meet the stringent compliance, performance, and operational requirements of the public sector. This collaboration positions Lasso Federal as a leader in helping government agencies adopt AI technologies safely and effectively while safeguarding sensitive, mission-critical data.
Addressing the Challenges of AI Adoption in the Public Sector
The rapid adoption of AI technologies presents both opportunities and challenges for public sector organizations. While AI can enhance efficiency, decision-making, and mission outcomes, it also introduces new risks, including data breaches, misuse of sensitive information, and adversarial threats. To navigate this complex landscape, public sector entities require purpose-built solutions that align with their unique security and regulatory frameworks.
“Public sector organizations face a significant challenge in navigating the fast-moving landscape of AI,” said Elad Schulman, CEO and Co-Founder of Lasso Security. “To stay ahead of adversaries, it’s essential they adopt AI technologies both safely and effectively. Lasso Federal is dedicated to supporting the U.S. government and the broader public sector with trusted, compliant solutions designed to safeguard sensitive, mission-critical data and ensure secure AI implementation.”
This strategic focus reflects Lasso’s mission to empower governments and national security organizations to harness the power of GenAI without compromising on safety or compliance. By forming Lasso Federal LLC, the company is taking a proactive approach to addressing the unique challenges faced by public sector entities in deploying and managing AI technologies.
Strategic Partnership with Swish Data
Central to Lasso Federal’s success is its partnership with Swish Data, a recognized leader in providing secure technology solutions to federal agencies. Through this collaboration, Lasso Federal is actively supporting GenAI security initiatives across the entirety of the public sector, including Civilian, Defense, and National Security agencies, as well as state, local, and educational institutions.
“We are at a pivotal moment in the evolution of AI, where the stakes for national security and mission success are higher than ever,” said Monty Deel, CEO of Swish Data. “Swish is proud to partner with Lasso Federal to deliver secure, high-impact AI solutions that empower government agencies to advance their missions with confidence, resilience, and compliance.”
This partnership enables Lasso Federal to offer a comprehensive suite of GenAI security tools, including runtime protection, secure integration of large language models (LLMs), Red and Blue teaming capabilities, and context-aware access control. These features ensure that GenAI deployments are safe, compliant, and resilient from the ground up, addressing the unique needs of public sector environments.
Tailored Solutions for Diverse Public Sector Needs
Lasso Federal’s platform is designed to be flexible and adaptable, catering to the complex multi-stakeholder ecosystems typical of state and local entities. For example, SLED organizations often operate within intricate regulatory frameworks and require solutions that can scale across diverse jurisdictions. Lasso Federal is actively tailoring its platform to meet these needs, offering configurations that balance security, usability, and compliance.
Additionally, Lasso’s GenAI security solutions are now available to U.S. federal customers through AWS GovCloud (US). This ensures that agencies and regulated organizations can deploy Lasso’s advanced capabilities while meeting strict compliance requirements such as FedRAMP High, DoD SRG, ITAR, and CJIS. By leveraging AWS GovCloud, Lasso Federal brings its cutting-edge security tools directly to public sector environments that demand the highest levels of security and control.
Empowering Secure AI Adoption Across the Public Sector
Lasso’s GenAI security platform is purpose-built to help organizations confidently embrace the GenAI era. Its best-in-class solutions provide autonomous monitoring of all GenAI interactions—across users, applications, models, and infrastructure—detecting risks in real time and empowering enterprises to proactively protect sensitive data, enforce governance, and maintain compliance.
Key features of Lasso’s platform include:
- Runtime Protection: Ensures that GenAI deployments remain secure during operation, preventing unauthorized access and mitigating potential threats.
- Secure LLM Integration: Facilitates the safe integration of large language models into existing workflows, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
- Red and Blue Teaming Capabilities: Simulates adversarial attacks and defenses to identify vulnerabilities and strengthen security postures.
- Context-Aware Access Control: Provides granular control over who can access specific AI resources, based on contextual factors such as role, location, and device.
By focusing on monitoring, governance, observability, and seamless integration, Lasso gives organizations full visibility and control without slowing innovation. This approach ensures that public sector entities can adopt AI technologies with confidence, knowing that their data and systems are protected.
Recognition as a Leader in AI Security
Lasso’s leadership in the field of AI security was recently acknowledged when the company was named a 2024 Gartner® Cool Vendor™ in AI Security. This recognition highlights Lasso’s innovative approach to addressing the rapidly evolving threats in generative AI environments. As the public sector continues to embrace AI, Lasso Federal LLC is poised to play a critical role in ensuring that these technologies are deployed securely and responsibly.
A Commitment to Innovation and Security
The formation of Lasso Federal LLC represents a bold step forward in the effort to secure the future of AI in government operations. By partnering with Swish Data and leveraging its advanced GenAI security platform, Lasso is equipping public sector organizations with the tools they need to adopt AI technologies safely and effectively. From defense agencies to state and local governments, Lasso Federal is committed to delivering solutions that protect sensitive data, ensure compliance, and drive mission success.
As the adoption of AI continues to accelerate, the importance of robust security measures cannot be overstated. With Lasso Federal LLC leading the charge, the public sector can confidently embrace the promise of GenAI, knowing that its most critical assets are protected.
About Lasso
Lasso is at the forefront of GenAI security, delivering cutting-edge solutions that protect GenAI applications from emerging threats. With a focus on governance, observability, and seamless integration, Lasso empowers organizations to securely navigate the GenAI era. Lasso was recently named 2024 Gartner® Cool Vendors™ for AI Security. For more information about Lasso Security’s suite of GenAI Security solutions, visit www.lasso.security.
About Swish Data
Swish is a provider of technology solutions and engineering services to the U.S. Federal Government with a focus on high-quality outcomes for customers. Experienced and certified engineers research and evaluate the most innovative technologies on the market and then develop full life cycle solution offerings to ensure that customers realize maximum operational value. Since 2006, Swish has delivered high-performance solutions and services to the Federal Government market ensuring that customer’s digital service capabilities, performance and security exceed expectations and requirements. Swish is a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned and HUBZone certified Small Business.
