Solute is a technology and engineering firm specializeing in system modernization with a focus on software engineering, cybersecurity, cloud architectures and DevSecOps. Solutes existing DevSecOps programs include "Black Pearl". which provides a shared development environment and platform-as-a-service capabilities to the US Navy. SOLUTE specializes in achieving solutions to the most complex engineering, management, and network communication challenges. Solute's technical expertise, extensive operational military experience, and history of contract support to DOD provides a uniquely trusted and influential skillset: Program Management, Systems Engineering, Business Process Engineering, CyberSecurity / Information Assurance, and other Consulting Services. Backed by the private equity firm Sagewind Capital, in January 2022 Sigma Defense Systems LLC acquired Solute. It was indicated that Sigma Defense Systems and Solute plan to offer DevSecOps services to US Department of Defense (DoD).