Privacy & Legal

Information We Collect

Sequoia Preinc ("Company", "we", "us") collects information to deliver classified cloud engineering and software development services to government and private sector clients. We collect information you provide directly and data gathered automatically when you interact with our website or services.

• Identity & Professional Data — Full name, job title, organization, security clearance level (where applicable), and professional credentials.
• Contact Data — Email address, phone number, mailing address, and preferred contact method.
• Contract & Project Data — Scope of work, technical requirements, government contract numbers, and project specifications.
• Technical Data — IP address, browser type, device identifiers, access timestamps, and log data from website visits.
• Usage Data — Pages visited, resources downloaded, demo requests, and interaction patterns on our site.
• Payment & Financial Data — Billing information and payment records processed through secure, compliant providers.
• Communications Data — Records of correspondence, support requests, and marketing preferences.

How We Use Your Data

We use personal data exclusively for legitimate business purposes directly related to delivering our cloud engineering, software development, and cybersecurity services.

Data Sharing & Disclosure

Sequoia Preinc does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We share data only in limited, necessary circumstances with appropriate contractual safeguards.

• Government clients (DOD/IC) — Authorized personnel data and project information shared pursuant to active government contracts and security requirements.
• Subcontractors and technology partners — Carefully vetted partners involved in service delivery, bound by NDAs and security compliance requirements.
• Cloud platform providers — AWS, Azure, and other FedRAMP-authorized providers for infrastructure hosting, subject to their security certifications.
• Federal regulatory agencies — DCSA, GSA, and other agencies where required by law, contract, or security clearance obligations.
• Professional advisors — Legal counsel, auditors, and insurance providers under strict confidentiality agreements.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve functionality and analyze traffic patterns. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings at any time.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose it was collected for, or as required by applicable law and government contracting obligations.

• Government contract and project records: 7+ years per Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and agency-specific requirements.
• Personnel and clearance-related records: As required by DCSA, agency regulations, and security protocols.
• Financial and invoice records: 7 years per IRS and California state tax requirements.
• Marketing consent and communication records: 3 years from last interaction or until consent is withdrawn.
• Website analytics and technical data: 26 months from date of collection.
• Unanswered demo requests or inquiries: 12 months from submission, then deleted.

Your Privacy Rights

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), California residents have the following rights regarding personal data:

1. Right to Know — Request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal data we have collected about you.
2. Right to Access — Obtain a copy of your personal information in a portable format.
3. Right to Deletion — Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal retention obligations.
4. Right to Correction — Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data in our records.
5. Right to Opt-Out of Sale — We do not sell personal data. This right is upheld by default.
6. Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Data — Limit our use of sensitive personal information to necessary purposes only.
7. Right to Non-Discrimination — Exercising your privacy rights will not result in denial of services or any adverse treatment.
8. Right to Withdraw Consent — Revoke marketing consent at any time without affecting prior lawful processing.

Security Measures

As a classified cloud solutions provider, security is foundational to everything we do. We implement rigorous technical and organizational measures to protect all data we handle:

• HTTPS/TLS 1.3 encryption for all data in transit on our website and client portals.
• FedRAMP-aligned security controls for all cloud infrastructure deployments.
• Multi-factor authentication (MFA) enforced for all staff and contractor access to systems.
• Role-based access controls (RBAC) limiting data access to personnel with a verified need-to-know.
• Security clearance verification for all personnel with access to classified environments.
• Annual third-party security audits, penetration testing, and SOC 2 compliance assessments.
• Incident response plan with mandatory breach notification within 72 hours to affected parties and applicable authorities.

If you suspect unauthorized access to your account or data, contact our security team immediately at security@sequoiapreinc.com.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to government portals, partner websites, industry associations, and cloud platform documentation. Clicking these links may allow third parties to collect data about you independently.

Sequoia Preinc is not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites, including government agencies and cloud provider portals. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any site accessed through our links. This Privacy Policy applies exclusively to data collected through our own website and direct communications.

Children's Privacy

Sequoia Preinc's services are directed exclusively at business and government professionals. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 13.

If you believe a minor has submitted personal information through our website or contact forms, please notify us immediately at privacy@sequoiapreinc.com and we will take prompt action to delete that information.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our services, legal obligations, or business practices. When material changes are made:

• The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will be revised.
• Registered clients and newsletter subscribers will be notified by email at least 14 days before changes take effect.
• A notice will be displayed prominently on our homepage for a minimum of 30 days.
• Prior versions of this policy are available upon written request to our privacy team.

Continued use of our website or services following the effective date constitutes your acknowledgment of the updated policy.

Contact & Privacy Team

For any questions, requests, or concerns relating to this Privacy Policy or how Sequoia Preinc processes your personal data, please reach out through any of the channels below.