Business Details
37 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for IT Solutions and Cloud Services
Since 1989, VAST IT Services has been a leader in delivering enterprise-level IT solutions to businesses across the United States. Our mission is to reduce operational costs and enhance efficiency by providing tailored technology services that allow clients to focus on their core business priorities. With a team of seasoned professionals averaging 13 years of tenure, we specialize in cloud migration, data protection, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions. Our approach combines industry-leading tools from partners like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Cohesity with a customer-first culture that emphasizes proactive problem-solving and long-term partnerships.We pride ourselves on delivering measurable results through customized strategies, whether through managed services, professional consulting, or 24/7 support. Our deep expertise in hybrid and multi-cloud environments ensures clients receive innovative, scalable solutions that align with evolving business needs while maintaining compliance and security standards.
Services
Cloud Backup as a Service
Managed Backup
Disaster Recovery as a Service
Business Continuity
Storage Management
Desktop as a Service
Cloud Migration
Data Protection
Information Governance
Cybersecurity
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 managed IT services with rapid response times for critical issues.
- Our team averages 13 years of experience in hybrid cloud and data protection solutions.
- We provide customized strategies aligned with specific business needs and compliance requirements.
- Our partnerships with AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Cohesity ensure access to cutting-edge technology.
- We guarantee proactive monitoring and maintenance to prevent system interruptions.
What people say
Best IT partner
Exceeded expectations
Excellent managed services
Knowledgeable team
Improved performance
Services
Cloud Backup as a Service
VAST's Cloud Backup as a Service (CBaaS) provides fully managed data protection using Druva's cloud platform. This solution ensures secure, immutable backups with automated retention policies and compliance monitoring. Businesses benefit from reduced infrastructure costs, ransomware protection, and rapid recovery of SaaS applications like Microsoft 365.
Disaster Recovery as a Service
Our Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) offers automated, cloud-based recovery solutions for minimizing downtime during outages. Built on AWS Elastic Disaster Recovery, it enables point-in-time recovery with RTOs in minutes and RPOs in seconds. This service eliminates the need for physical backup sites while ensuring compliance and scalability for hybrid environments.
Business Continuity
VAST's Business Continuity solutions integrate backup, data protection, and disaster recovery into cohesive strategies. We assess client workflows to design automated recovery processes that meet strict RTO/RPO targets. Leveraging tools from Veritas and Veeam, we ensure uninterrupted operations during cyberattacks, hardware failures, or natural disasters.
Storage Management
Our Storage Management services optimize data accessibility across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. VAST implements solutions from leading vendors to ensure efficient data sharing between on-premise systems and cloud platforms. This includes primary/secondary storage configuration, capacity planning, and performance optimization for cloud-native and legacy applications.
Cloud Migration
VAST specializes in cost-optimized cloud migrations that align with business objectives. Our services include discovery assessment, architecture design, and execution for hybrid, multi-cloud, and AWS environments. We ensure seamless data transfer while maintaining security, compliance, and minimal operational disruption during the transition process.
People
Donald M. Swanson
CEO
Founder and CEO of VAST IT Services since 1989, Donald M. Swanson oversees corporate strategy. With a background in industrial engineering and prior leadership roles at CIMLINC and Rockwell International, he established VAST's customer-first culture and long-term vision for IT innovation.
Robert Swanson
President
President since 2003, Robert Swanson manages day-to-day operations including technical delivery and sales. A Michigan State University graduate in supply chain management, he emphasizes customer service excellence as the core differentiator for VAST's sustained success in competitive IT markets.
Sam Petras
Vice President of Operations
As VP of Operations, Sam Petras directs financial and operational functions with 15+ years of auditing and technology experience. His Purdue University education in accounting and MIS supports VAST's operational efficiency improvements and customer satisfaction initiatives across managed service implementations.
Allen Young
Director of Technology Services
Allen Young leads professional and managed services for cloud and data protection initiatives. With 25+ years in IT infrastructure and project management, including prior roles as a VAST client, he brings unique insights into optimizing technology solutions for business outcomes across hybrid environments.
Questions
What cloud backup solutions does VAST offer?
VAST provides Cloud Backup as a Service (CBaaS) using Druva's platform, protecting Microsoft 365, public cloud environments, hybrid workloads, and enterprise endpoints with immutable backups and compliance monitoring.
How does VAST handle disaster recovery?
Our Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) uses AWS Elastic Disaster Recovery for automated cloud-based recovery with RTOs in minutes and RPOs in seconds, eliminating physical backup site requirements.
Can VAST protect on-premise data?
Yes, our solutions protect on-premise data centers through hybrid workload backups and cloud-integrated recovery systems that replace traditional infrastructure with scalable cloud storage.
What IT services does VAST provide?
We offer managed services, professional consulting, and support for cloud migration, data protection, business continuity, storage management, and cybersecurity solutions tailored to enterprise needs.
How does VAST ensure business continuity?
VAST combines backup, disaster recovery, and governance tools from Veritas and Veeam with customized strategies that meet RTO/RPO targets, ensuring operations continue during cyberattacks or system failures.
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