Federal agencies face mounting pressure to defend against increasingly sophisticated cyberthreats despite limited budgets, staffing shortages, and evolving federal mandates. As agencies shift from remote‑work security back to securing on‑premises environments, many will need to modernize or replace aging infrastructure to meet zero‑trust requirements and counter AI‑driven threats. Fortinet Federal provides an integrated, cost‑efficient platform that converges networking and security, helping agencies strengthen their cybersecurity posture while meeting mission demands.