IT Consulting & Network Engineering for Alaska Businesses
Kismet AK helps small businesses, medical & dental clinics, contractors, and local organizations build clean UniFi networks, harden Microsoft 365, automate Starlink failover, and keep work moving without downtime.
- Security-first architecture
- Plain-language documentation
- No vendor lock-in
Kismet AK Reference Architecture
Alaska High-Availability Office Stack
- Primary WAN (GCI / ACS / MTA Fiber)ONLINE • 1.8 ms
- Failover WAN (Starlink Business Priority)READY • 0.4s Cutover
- UniFi Pro Max Firewall & VLAN IsolationIDS/IPS ACTIVE
- M365 Defender + Immutable Cloud BackupVERIFIED HOURLY
Enterprise Platforms, Hardware & Compliance Frameworks We Engineer Daily
Ubiquiti UniFi Enterprise
Firewalls, Wi-Fi 7 & Protect NVR
Starlink Business + SD-WAN
GCI / ACS / MTA Sub-Second Failover
Microsoft 365 & Defender
Hardened Tenant, MFA & Copilot
Fluke Certified Cabling
Cat6A & 10G SFP+ Fiber Testing
HIPAA & EHR Ready
Dentrix, Eaglesoft, Open Dental & PACS
CMMC 2.0 & NIST 800-171
DoD & ANC Subcontractor Controls
Before vs. After Kismet AK
Technology should make your Alaska business faster — not hold it hostage.
See how we replace fragile, undocumented office setups with clean, enterprise-grade systems you actually own.
Kismet AK StandardSpaghetti Server Closets & Dead Wi-Fi Zones
Unlabeled patch cords, daisy-chained consumer switches under desks, and dropped Zoom calls in back offices.
Brushed-Aluminum UniFi Racks & Heat-Mapped Wi-Fi 7
Every Cat6A run Fluke-certified, color-coded with Etherlighting VLANs, and ceiling APs tuned for 100% coverage.
Kismet AK StandardGCI or ACS Outages Halting Credit Cards & Phones
Single-ISP dependency that forces staff to use cell hotspots whenever a fiber line is cut or winter weather hits.
Automatic Sub-Second Starlink + Dual-WAN Failover
Multi-WAN gateway automatically shifts POS terminals, VoIP phones, and EHR traffic to Starlink Business in 0.4s.
Kismet AK StandardShared Passwords, Stale Accounts & Ransomware Risk
Ex-employees still holding M365 access, no phishing-resistant MFA, and USB drives pretending to be a backup plan.
Hardened M365, Endpoint EDR & Immutable 3-2-1 Backups
Conditional Access MFA, 24/7 Defender EDR, and air-gapped cloud + local NAS backups tested monthly for fast recovery.
Services
Practical IT services for Alaska teams
Filter by specialty below or browse all 25 managed, network, and compliance services.
Managed IT Support
Ongoing support for computers, users, updates, and everyday business systems.
Cybersecurity Consulting
Practical, small-business friendly security — no fear tactics, just the basics done well.
Backup & Disaster Recovery
Automated local-to-cloud backup plans and verified recovery systems.
New Office IT Setup
Pre-move planning, structured cabling consultation, and network gear installation.
Starlink Business & Dual-WAN Failover
High-availability Starlink Business installations, Peplink SD-WAN bonding, and automatic ISP failover for Alaska operations.
Zero-Downtime MSP Transition & IT Takeover
Smooth, structured transition away from unresponsive or out-of-state IT providers without disrupting your staff.
Dentrix, Open Dental & EHR IT Support
High-speed clinical networking for 3D CBCT imaging, Dentrix/Eaglesoft/Open Dental servers, and HIPAA compliance.
UniFi, SonicWall, Fortinet & Meraki Support
Commercial firewall hardening, Ubiquiti UniFi controller management, VLAN segmentation, and VPN setup.
Microsoft 365 Hardening & Copilot Readiness
SharePoint permission cleanup, Conditional Access security, Intune MDM, and safe Microsoft 365 Copilot deployment.
Why Kismet AK
Local, practical, and built for how Alaska businesses actually work.
Alaska-based engineering
Local perspective on Alaska ISPs (GCI, ACS, MTA, Starlink), winter power conditioning, and multi-site logistics.
Right-sized architecture
Enterprise-grade UniFi & Microsoft 365 without bloated recurring license fees or unnecessary complexity.
Plain-language communication
Clear answers, honest trade-offs, and full network documentation — you always hold your own admin keys.
Security basics done right
Phishing-resistant MFA, endpoint EDR, VLAN segmentation, and immutable backups built into every engagement.
Small-business friendly
Built for 5–150 person Alaska offices, clinics, contractors, and nonprofits — not bureaucracy.
Vendor-neutral advocacy
We sit on your side of the table when dealing with ISPs, EHR/dental software vendors, and copiers.
How it works
An engineering blueprint with tangible deliverables at every step
- 01
Assess & Audit
We inspect your physical rack, Wi-Fi coverage, ISP circuits, Microsoft 365/Google tenant, and backup posture.
Deliverable: Network Diagram & Risk Scorecard - 02
Architect & Plan
We design a prioritized, flat-rate roadmap separating urgent security/stability fixes from long-term upgrades.
Deliverable: Fixed-Scope IT & Budget Roadmap - 03
Deploy & Harden
We label and dress your rack, segment VLANs, lock down MFA/EDR, and cut over systems after-hours with zero downtime.
Deliverable: Certified Hardware & Admin Runbook - 04
Monitor & Support
24/7 cloud alerting, automated patching, monthly backup test restores, and fast Alaska helpdesk support.
Deliverable: 15-Min Triage & Quarterly vCIO Reviews
Statewide Logistics & SLA
How we deliver fast IT support across every corner of Alaska
Tier 1 • Road System On-Site15-Min Remote Triage • Same/Next-Day On-Site Dispatch
Anchorage, Eagle River, Wasilla, Palmer & Girdwood
Hands-on rack builds, Fluke cabling certification, Starlink rooftop mounts, workstation rollouts, and emergency on-site troubleshooting.
Tier 2 • Regional Hubs & Peninsula15-Min Remote Triage • Scheduled On-Site Engineering
Fairbanks, Juneau, Kenai/Soldotna, Homer, Seward, Kodiak, Sitka & Ketchikan
24/7 remote helpdesk and proactive monitoring paired with scheduled on-site network overhauls, multi-office SD-WAN, and compliance audits.
Tier 3 • Bush Villages, Lodges & Remote CampsPre-Configured 'Pelican Office-in-a-Box' Kits
Bethel, Nome, Utqiagvik, Dillingham, Dutch Harbor & Off-Grid Sites
We pre-build, burn-in, and label your UniFi firewall, PoE switches, Wi-Fi APs, and Starlink failover router in Anchorage and ship it ready to plug in.
Alaska Playbooks & Interactive Tools
Engineered for Alaska connectivity, compliance, and uptime
Starlink Business & Dual-WAN Failover
Keep POS terminals, VoIP phones, and EHR systems online automatically during GCI, ACS, or MTA fiber cuts.
Alaska IT Cost & Risk Calculator
Interactive 2026 estimator for Managed IT, Co-Managed IT, and HIPAA/CMMC compliance vs. in-house payroll.
Zero-Downtime MSP Takeover
Frustrated with a slow or out-of-state IT provider? See how we transition your credentials and network seamlessly.
2026 Alaska Cybersecurity Benchmark
Field research on Alaska SMB threats, winter UPS power conditioning, and CMMC 2.0 / HIPAA readiness.
UniFi Hardware & Field Craftsmanship (Click Any Photo to Inspect)
Clean racks, certified cabling, and commercial hardware built to last
From UniFi Pro Max Etherlighting switches and 10G SFP+ fiber uplinks to Fluke-certified Cat6A runs and rooftop Starlink dish mounts across Alaska.
48-Port Managed PoE Switch with VLAN Etherlighting
Commercial Ceiling Wi-Fi 7 Access Point Installation
Structured Cat6 Patch Panel & Clean Rack Dressing
Starlink Business Dual-WAN Rooftop Mount in Alaska
Pre-Configured 'Office-in-a-Box' Rack for Rural Alaska
High-Gain Hangar & Warehouse Directional Wi-Fi
1U Enterprise Cloud Gateway & Dual 10G SFP+ WAN
60GHz Building-to-Building Bridge for Multi-Cabin Lodges
Frequently asked questions
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No Lock-InReady to make your Alaska technology dependable?
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On-site in Anchorage, Wasilla, Palmer & Eagle River • Remote & fly-in support statewide
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Switching IT Providers?
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Outage or Security Incident?
Immediate Alaska remote & on-site triage for ISP cuts, hacked M365, or server failures.