COPT Defense Properties: 6940 Columbia Gateway Drive
About 6940 Columbia Gateway Drive
6940 Columbia Gateway Drive is a secure and adaptable office facility owned and operated by COPT Defense Properties, located in the heart of Columbia Gateway, a premier business park in Columbia, Maryland. Purpose-built for high-security tenants, this property supports mission-critical operations for defense, cybersecurity, and federal agencies that demand robust infrastructure and compliance readiness.
Its strategic location between Baltimore and Washington, D.C., and immediate access to NSA, U.S. Cyber Command, and Fort Meade, makes it an ideal site for government-focused organizations and integrators seeking a secure and scalable presence.
Key Facility Features:
- SCIF-Ready Design: Infrastructure supports secure buildouts aligned with ICD 705 and mission-critical government programs.
- Enterprise-Class Infrastructure: Redundant power systems, backup generators, precision environmental controls, and diverse fiber connectivity ensure continuous uptime.
- Flexible Technical Space: Accommodates cleared operations centers, cyber teams, classified engineering environments, or secured administrative suites.
- Secure Campus Environment: Situated in Columbia Gateway, providing landscaped grounds, secure access, on-site parking, and proximity to dining, lodging, and services.
- Mission Proximity: Just minutes from Fort Meade, NSA, and key national defense hubs.
Certifications & Compliance:
- SOC 2 Type II Certified
- FISMA-Compliant Facility
- FedRAMP-Capable (via tenant infrastructure)
- NIST SP 800-53 & 800-171 Framework Support
- SCIF-Ready and ICD 705-Compliant Space
- Supports Risk Management Framework (RMF) Implementation
These features make 6940 Columbia Gateway Drive a top-tier facility for secure federal missions, ensuring continuity, integrity, and operational readiness.
Strategic Advantages:
- Operated by COPT Defense Properties – A national leader in secure government real estate solutions.
- Access to Cleared Workforce – Located in a region rich with technical and security-cleared professionals.
- Part of a Proven Ecosystem – Surrounded by mission-focused companies within Columbia Gateway and the broader Baltimore-Washington corridor.
6940 Columbia Gateway Drive is more than just a building—it’s a hardened, secure operations hub for agencies and contractors powering today’s most critical defense and intelligence initiatives.