Iowa Communications Network (ICN) Email Format
Government AdministrationIowa, United States51-200 Employees
Iowa Communications Network (ICN) is a state agency that operates a fiber optic network to deliver telecommunications services to its authorized users. The network provides high-speed broadband Internet, data, voice, security, and consulting services, supporting essential connectivity for state government and public institutions. Based in Des Moines, Iowa, ICN functions as a backbone for public sector communications in the state. In the government administration landscape, ICN serves as the state's public fiber backbone for networks serving government, education, healthcare, and public safety. The agency has a mid-sized staff and pursues partnerships to extend its reach; in July 2025, ICN announced a collaboration with 1623 Farnam, a regional interconnection hub, to strengthen interconnections within its network.