What is FirstNet Trusted?

It’s a security certification enabling public safety to confidently use IoT devices

FirstNet is a leader in Internet of Things (IoT) technology. FirstNet Trusted is a device certification that was created to assess security risks posed by IoT devices, to help support public safety to use them with confidence.

It gives first responders secure access to critical, reliable data

Cellular-enabled IoT devices can collect and exchange data to help support the public safety mission. Some examples include:

• Sensors that provide situational awareness of gunshots, hazardous material detection and vitals of a first responder.
• Routers and modems that keep police cruisers, fire trucks and ambulances connected to local, state and federal databases.
• Cameras worn by a first responder to provide incident command near real-time streaming of an incident as it unfolds.
• Many more devices, including those that support GPS location vehicle tracking, license readers, smart buildings, smart grids, thermal cameras, drug detectors, e-ticket writers and more.

When agencies and users see the FirstNet Trusted badge, they can have peace of mind that the device has met strict cybersecurity and network connectivity requirements.

It represents extensive cybersecurity and network connectivity testing

IoT cellular devices and other devices that have earned the FirstNet Trusted badge have been subjected to thousands of cybersecurity tests to meet requirements. They’ve also been certified for use on the FirstNet network, just like FirstNet Ready® devices.