Overview
UDS by Defense Unicorns is a mission-focused Kubernetes runtime platform that simplifies and secures the delivery of software across any environment. Whether you're deploying to classified cloud, tactical edge, or disconnected systems, UDS enables rapid and reliable delivery of mission applications—while supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) requirements through comprehensive documentation and evidence generation.
UDS empowers both platform and application teams with open-source-driven workflows that automate deployment and updates. By leveraging Zarf and Pepr, UDS creates portable, compliant artifacts that can be deployed seamlessly to air-gapped or secure networks. Teams can spin up accreditable environments in minutes, and update mission software on demand.
Built for extensibility and designed to prevent vendor and data lock-in, UDS offers an open architecture that integrates easily into existing DevSecOps pipelines. It’s the trusted solution for defense teams that need mission agility, speed-to-field, and full operational assurance.
Highlights
- Kubernetes Runtime for Secure Software Delivery UDS simplifies and secures Kubernetes-based software delivery in defense environments, enabling application and platform teams to deploy faster with built-in ATO support and compliance documentation.
- Edge-Ready, Airgap-Compatible, Mission Proven Designed for edge, disconnected, and classified networks, UDS supports rapid deployment and real-time updates using portable artifacts powered by Zarf and Pepr—making airgap delivery seamless and scalable.
- Open Source, No Lock-In, Fully Extensible UDS delivers an open and extensible architecture that avoids data and vendor lock-in, integrates with existing pipelines, and provides access to 100+ mission-ready applications via the Defense Unicorns Airgap Store.
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