Lumen: Tampa 2 Data Center

The Lumen Tampa 2 Data Center, located in Tampa, Florida, provides a secure, reliable, and high-performance colocation environment designed to support enterprise IT workloads, regional business continuity, and hybrid cloud strategies. As part of Lumen’s robust North American infrastructure, this facility offers resilient infrastructure, diverse connectivity, and enterprise-class security, making it ideal for businesses across industries such as healthcare, finance, technology, and education.

Tampa 2 is built to Tier III-equivalent standards, ensuring continuous uptime and operational resilience. The facility includes dual power feeds, N+1 UPS configurations, and diesel generator backups, which collectively provide redundant power distribution and support mission-critical systems around the clock. High-efficiency HVAC systems and environmental controls maintain optimal conditions for both low- and high-density deployments.

Whether you need support for a growing hybrid IT environment or a secure disaster recovery site, Tampa 2 delivers the performance and reliability required for uninterrupted operations.

Situated in the heart of Tampa, the facility benefits from low natural disaster risk compared to coastal hurricane zones and offers easy access to major business centers in Florida and the Southeastern U.S.. As part of the Lumen global IP backbone, Tampa 2 connects businesses to national and international markets through low-latency, high-bandwidth solutions.

Clients have access to Lumen’s full suite of network services, including Metro Ethernet, IP VPN, Wavelength, and MPLS, along with cloud on-ramps for hybrid and multi-cloud architectures.

Security is a cornerstone of the Tampa 2 Data Center. The facility features 24/7 surveillance, multi-factor authentication, biometric access controls, and mantrap entry systems to ensure strict control over physical access. The site adheres to leading compliance standards such as ISO 27001, SOC 1 & 2, PCI DSS, and HIPAA, providing confidence for clients in regulated sectors like healthcare, finance, and government.

Lumen offers a variety of scalable colocation solutions at Tampa 2, ranging from individual cabinets to custom private suites. Clients can take advantage of remote hands support, cross connects, cabling services, and technical consulting, backed by Lumen’s 24/7 on-site professionals.

With its flexible design, strategic location, and access to one of the most expansive global networks, the Tampa 2 Data Center is an ideal environment for businesses looking to grow, modernize, and secure their digital infrastructure.