Rocket.Chat Secure CommsOS™: Powering mission-critical operations

Marina Hudek
March 26, 2025
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For nearly a decade, Rocket.Chat has been at the forefront of secure communications. 

What started as an open-source chat tool for team collaboration has evolved into a trusted communications platform safeguarding some of the world’s most sensitive conversations and data.

The Secure CommsOS™ goes beyond messaging, integrating secure real-time chat, voice, video, critical applications, and AI into a unified, resilient, and compliant communication ecosystem.

Today, government agencies, leading FSIs and critical infrastructure sectors rely on Rocket.Chat for secure, efficient collaboration, air-gapped deployments for classified operations, and out-of-band communication to ensure connectivity even when everything else fails.

When every second counts, Rocket.Chat delivers—securely, reliably, and without compromise. It empowers mission-critical collaboration, protects sensitive information, and gives organizations full control over their communication infrastructure.

"Secure CommsOS™ is the next step in our vision to give organizations complete control over their communications infrastructure. It's not just about messaging—it's about enabling secure and efficient operations in the most demanding conditions." 
Gabriel Engel, CEO & Founder, Rocket.Chat

Secure communication: A national security imperative

With rising cyber threats, misinformation, and global instability, secure communication is no longer a luxury—it’s an imperative. 

For federal agencies, defense operations, and critical infrastructure providers, secure communication is key to exchanging intelligence, coordinating responses, and collaborating across jurisdictions. Without it, they risk data breaches, operational failures, and national security threats.

Yet, many still rely on outdated legacy systems, public cloud platforms, or commercial messaging apps that fail to meet strict security and compliance requirements.

To operate in the most demanding environments, organizations need a communication solution that can:

Eliminate foreign dependencies

Avoid reliance on third-party infrastructure, external data hosting, and foreign-controlled authentication systems that create compliance risks.

Ensure operational resilience and emergency preparedness

Maintain failover communication, out-of-band messaging, and offline capabilities during cyberattacks, network failures, or crises.

Avoid operational inefficiencies

Reduce friction, eliminate communication silos, and enhance real-time coordination to ensure mission success without disruptions.

Adapt to mission-specific workflows

Integrate communication workflows according to unique organizational needs instead of adapting missions to rigid software limitations.

Introducing Secure CommsOS™—a fully integrated, secure communication platform 

Rocket.Chat Secure CommsOS™ is an enterprise-grade platform designed to give organizations complete control, seamless interoperability, and unmatched flexibility in mission-critical environments.

It unifies secure messaging, voice, video, critical applications, and AI, ensuring resilient, compliant, and uninterrupted communication.

Take full command of your data

Deploy on-premises, in a secure cloud, or within air-gapped environments for complete control and security. 

Align with zero-trust security principles and compliance mandates 

Ensure end-to-end encryption, granular access controls, and audit-ready logging for compliance with the strictest federal security standards. Rocket.Chat is used in highly classified networks such as NIPRNet, SIPRNet, and JWICS, with a DoD ATO up to IL6.

Maintain data governance and compliance 

Actively monitor messages, audit trails, and logs to detect risks, enforce security policies, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Collaborate seamlessly across departments and agencies 

Enable secure collaboration across internal divisions, allied agencies, and external partners to enhance efficiency and mission advantage. 

Engage with citizens and foster public trust

Modernize public services and connect with citizens through their preferred channels from a single, compliant platform.

Enhance decision making 

Leverage Rocket.Chat AI to streamline decision-making and improve operational efficiency—while keeping sensitive data protected from third-party AI models.

Customize and adapt to any mission workflow

Define your own communication workflows, build custom apps, integrate classified systems, and automate mission-critical tasks.

"In high-stakes environments, there's no room for compromise—availability, control, and resilience are critical. Secure CommsOS™ reflects our security-conscious customer priorities, and we remain committed to evolving it in step with the real-world challenges they face."
Christopher Skelly, Chief Product Officer, Rocket.Chat

Want to see how Secure CommsOS™ can work for your organization?

Every mission is unique, and so are your communication needs. Talk to one of our experts to explore how Rocket.Chat can help you achieve full control, security, and adaptability in communications infrastructure.

📅 Schedule a free consultation.

Join us for an exclusive webinar on April 16th

Join Rocket.Chat’s CEO, Gabriel Engel, and CPO, Chris Skelly, as they expand on the vision for The Secure CommsOS and what’s next for Rocket.Chat.

📅 Date: Wednesday, April 16th

Time: 3 PM CET

Reserve your spot today!

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