At the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), Technalink supported the Transformation Delivery Division (TDD) in modernizing the Electronic Immigration System (ELIS)application. By leveraging a DevSecOps framework infused with cloud-native development, AI-driven automation, and Zero Trust architecture, we helped to enable a secure, resilient, and scalable infrastructure that meets the evolving needs of millions of stakeholders.
Capabilities Delivered
- DevSecOps Framework & Cloud-Native Architecture
Technalink deployed secure GitOps workflows and automated CI/CD pipelines across a multi-cloud environment. We implemented microservices on Amazon EKS with end-to-end encryption (EBS, S3), mutual TLS, and AWS PrivateLink, ensuring robust data protection and secure inter-service communication. - AI-Driven Optimization & Auto-Scaling
We leveraged machine learning models to dynamically auto-scale Kubernetes workloads based on real-time application metrics (e.g., message queue depth), increasing system responsiveness while reducing operational overhead. This AI-driven strategy optimized resource usage and enhanced system resilience. - Microservices Transformation & Zero Trust Security
Our team migrated legacy applications to modular, containerized microservices and validated architectural strategies through proof-of-concept deployments. A Zero Trust architecture, powered by Istio service mesh, enforced mTLS encryption, JWT authentication, and granular policy controls across services. - Secure Infrastructure and API Management
Technalink enabled centralized control of traffic flow and security policy enforcement within the cloud-native ecosystem. We deployed Istio to manage ingress/egress rules and ensure consistent encryption, observability, and resiliency across all ELIS components. - AI-Powered Monitoring and Code Quality Assurance
We implemented AI-driven observability tools for root cause analysis and performance tuning, enabling faster incident response and improved system uptime. Static analysis tools (SonarQube, Facebook Infer) were embedded in the CI/CD pipeline, strengthening code quality and reducing technical debt. - Emerging Technology Prototyping
As a forward-leaning partner, Technalink developed and tested advanced solutions including Knative event-driven architecture and intelligent traffic routing. These prototypes informed USCIS’s broader modernization roadmap, supporting scalable innovation and smart resource allocation.
Value Delivered
Through secure automation, cloud-native modernization, and artificial intelligence, Technalink enabled USCIS to build a future-ready digital platform for immigration services. Our partnership advanced agility, performance, and compliance, proving that thoughtful innovation can reshape public service delivery. We remain committed to empowering agencies like USCIS with solutions that are secure by design, scalable by need, and transformative by impact.