Strategic IT Solutions That Power Your Mission
Founded in 2001, IDEA Solutions is your trusted technology partner, delivering tailored IT and cybersecurity solutions to businesses across the Mid-Atlantic region. We are fully committed to empowering business leaders with secure, reliable, and efficient technology services so you can focus on what matters most.
Here's why compliance-driven and mission-critical organizations choose IDEA Solutions:
- Locally Based, Rapid Response - Our Mid-Atlantic presence means fast, responsive support when and where you need it.
- Proven Client Success - Decades of experience with a reputation built on reliability and results.
- Deep Industry Expertise - We stay ahead of the curve in cybersecurity, compliance, and emerging technologies.
- Right-Fit Solutions - Our customizable service packages align with your business goals and budget.
From cloud infrastructure to compliance readiness and data protection, IDEA Solutions partners with your team to deliver expert IT support and peace of mind.
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IDEA Solutions Recognized as a Trusted Technology Leader
IDEA Solutions named #1 for Local IT Services by readers of SOMD News.
With over 100,000 votes cast in the SOMD News Reader Approved contest, this recognition reflects the trust our local business community places in us. At IDEA Solutions, we're committed to delivering secure, reliable, and mission-aligned IT solutions, helping organizations across regulated industries stay compliant, protected, and productive.
MEET THE EXECUTIVE TEAM
Frank founded IDEA Solutions in 2001, after previously working 10 years supporting the Information Technology Group of Baltimore Gas & Electric Company (BGE), Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant. During his BGE tenure, Frank was responsible for the standardization of the site desktop and portable PCs. Using the network infrastructure, Frank set up procedures and processes to install and maintain software applications. Prior to moving his family to Calvert County in 1991, Frank spent 20 years serving in the United States Navy. He enlisted in 1971 and became a submariner, serving aboard the USS Simon Bolivar and the deep submergence research submarine, Naval Reactors-1 (NR-1). He was commissioned an Ensign in 1981 and worked for Admiral Rickover in the Naval Reactors’ Office, where he oversaw the construction of nuclear powered submarines. Frank retired a Lieutenant in 1991. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Software from The University of the State of New York. His fascination for computers developed while in his Sanford, FL high school drafting class.
Mark Smith is the Chief Operating Officer of IDEA Solutions and a seasoned leader in IT service management, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance. With over a decade of hands-on experience supporting businesses across highly regulated industries, Mark specializes in aligning secure IT operations with complex compliance requirements.
As a Certified CMMC Professional (CCP) credentialed by The Cyber AB, Mark has advanced knowledge of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework. He supports organizations, particularly those in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), in understanding, implementing, and maintaining compliance with CMMC, NIST 800-171, and DFARS requirements. His guidance helps clients reduce their risk exposure and ensures they are well-positioned to win and retain Department of Defense contracts.
Beyond defense-related compliance, Mark is equally well-versed in other critical regulatory standards such as HIPAA for healthcare, GLBA for financial services, and state-level data protection laws. His holistic approach ensures clients meet their industry’s specific cybersecurity and privacy obligations without overcomplicating operations.
At IDEA Solutions, Mark oversees service delivery, strategic planning, and client success, bringing a compliance-first mindset to every engagement. His leadership ensures that clients not only meet today's security demands but are also prepared for tomorrow's evolving threat landscape and regulatory shifts.
As a Certified CMMC Professional (CCP) credentialed by The Cyber AB, Mark has advanced knowledge of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework. He supports organizations, particularly those in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), in understanding, implementing, and maintaining compliance with CMMC, NIST 800-171, and DFARS requirements. His guidance helps clients reduce their risk exposure and ensures they are well-positioned to win and retain Department of Defense contracts.
Beyond defense-related compliance, Mark is equally well-versed in other critical regulatory standards such as HIPAA for healthcare, GLBA for financial services, and state-level data protection laws. His holistic approach ensures clients meet their industry’s specific cybersecurity and privacy obligations without overcomplicating operations.
At IDEA Solutions, Mark oversees service delivery, strategic planning, and client success, bringing a compliance-first mindset to every engagement. His leadership ensures that clients not only meet today's security demands but are also prepared for tomorrow's evolving threat landscape and regulatory shifts.