Significant Revenue Growth and Margins
Telos delivered fourth-quarter revenue near the top end of the guidance range and adjusted EBITDA above the top end. Total company revenue grew 11% sequentially to $26.4 million. GAAP gross margin expanded nearly 600 basis points year-over-year to 40.3%, and cash gross margin expanded nearly 900 basis points year-over-year to 47%, the highest since the IPO in 2020.
Security Solutions Segment Success
Security solutions revenue grew 20% sequentially to $21.9 million or 83% of total company revenue. The transition from the incumbent contractor to the Defense Manpower Data Center (DMDC) program generated significant revenue, and TSA PreCheck enrollments grew over 30% sequentially.
Expansion of TSA PreCheck Program
The TSA PreCheck program expanded its network of enrollment centers from 26 to 218 locations in 2024. The program became the single largest by revenue during 2024 and is expected to deliver significant growth in 2025, with a target of 500 locations by year-end.
Strong Business Pipeline and New Orders
New orders were achieved with several customers, including the Office of Naval Intelligence, the U.S. Department of Energy, and a key renewal with the U.S. Federal government customer in the intelligence community. The automated message handling system (AMHS) business achieved key renewals as well.