Secure access service edge

The benefits of secure access service edge

With the rise of hybrid networks, cloud services and remote workforces, delivering secure and immediate access to the network has become a challenge. In response, many IT teams have turned to secure access service edge (SASE) technology to provide users with secure, anywhere, anytime access to the corporate network from any device.

As they move to secure access service edge architecture, many organizations are finding that having a single solution SASE technology is the key to minimizing complexity and maintaining the control they need. That’s why Spectrum Enterprise now offers Cloud Security, a streamlined and fully managed SASE solution that simplifies management, speeds deployment and delivers greater visibility and flexibility. With secure access service edge solutions from Spectrum Enterprise, you can securely connect people, devices and applications from any location to enable cloud-based digital growth.

The components of SASE

First coined by analysts at Gartner in 2019, the secure access service edge model was a response to transformative changes in the traditional enterprise network. With cloud computing, remote workforces and mobile users, the network has grown beyond the conventional perimeter, introducing new challenges for security and management. Existing technologies no longer offer the level of security and control that organizations need to deliver exceptional security, performance and availability of network resources.

A SASE framework combines wide area networking (WAN) and network security services in a single, cloud-delivered service model. By moving WAN and security controls to the edge of a network – rather than centering them in a data center – SASE technology reduces latency, improves flexibility, minimizes complexity and increases security while reducing costs.

Secure access service edge architecture comprises 5 core SASE components.

• Software-Defined WAN (SD-WAN) provides a cloud-delivered WAN architecture that enables enterprises to use different transport mechanisms – including MPLS, LTE and broadband connections – to deliver network traffic with greater speed, security, and flexibility.
• A Secure Web Gateway (SWG) analyzes traffic for malicious content and enforces corporate regulatory policy and compliance.
• A Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) is a control point that unifies security capabilities such as authentication, device profiling, encryption and credential mapping. A CASB makes detection, management and enforcement of security easier to deploy and control.
• Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) requires every user and device to be verified in real time when requesting access to applications and network resources.
• A Firewall as a Service (FWaaS) enables IT teams to consistently apply and enforce security policies across all locations and users, delivering visibility and control without requiring physical appliances to be deployed.

Deploying and managing these SASE components can be costly and complex, requiring significant IT expertise and staff time. That’s why Spectrum Enterprise offers a fully managed solution for SASE security that provides the technology and expertise you can rely on.

Secure access service edge solutions from Spectrum Enterprise

Spectrum Enterprise Cloud Security delivers cloud-based solutions that allow enterprises to reap the benefits of secure access service edge architecture while simplifying management, speeding implementation and lowering total cost of ownership. Powered by Cisco, Cloud Security converges network and security services into a cloud-based platform centered on the identity of users, devices and apps.

This secure access service edge solution combines technology for a Secure Web Gateway, Zero Trust Network Access, Cloud Access Security Broker and Firewall as a Service functionality. When combined with Cisco Duo, Cloud Security provides a secure access and device management to safeguard access to on-premises cloud application. When implemented with Cisco Secure Connect Now, Cloud Security provides a layer of security capabilities not included in most SD-WAN platforms.

As a managed service offering, Cloud Security helps IT departments reduce total cost of ownership and maximize their budgets by eliminating capital expense for software assets. Cloud Security facilitates regulatory compliance and reduces the management burden on IT staff. Most importantly, this Spectrum Enterprise solution comes with a team of engineers and specialists that your IT stakeholders can count on, providing a single vendor and a trusted partner who can assist with everything from implementation to ongoing support as needed.

Spectrum Enterprise Cloud Security delivers:

• Simplicity. A single point of contact for design, installation, billing, support and maintenance simplifies management tasks for IT teams.
• Visibility. A cloud-based portal enables IT teams to configure, manage and monitor users, services and devices across the network.
• Flexibility. Cloud Security offers fully managed and co-managed solutions that enable IT teams to scale security coverage without adding support resources.
• Certainty. Sector Enterprise has the technology and expertise your IT teams require. Our 1200+ MEF-certified professionals bring decades of experience in tackling the toughest challenges.

The benefits of secure access service edge

With Cloud Security from Spectrum Enterprise, you can:

• Secure your remote/hybrid workforce. Ensure mobile and remote users can access corporate and cloud applications from any location on a device. Multifactor authentication (MFA) and/or endpoint-initiated Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) technologies enable secure access to controlled selection of applications.
• Defend against evolving security threats. Prevent credentials from being stolen to reduce the risk of ransomware attacks. Stop cybercriminals from using trusted domains, malware, phishing attacks and valid certificates to bypass inline defenses.
• Ensure access to cloud applications. Enable secure direct-to-cloud and internet access, ending reliance on physical infrastructure and corporate data centers.
• Improve performance and reduce latency. Enable users at branch sites to securely access SaaS applications without backhauling traffic through the data center or hub network to apply security policies.
• Enhance VPNs. Create a secure network perimeter with SASE cybersecurity, enabling secure remote access to your network and applications regardless of a user’s geographical location.
• Control cloud migration. Move data to the cloud securely to reduce OpEX expenses and data management costs.

Why choose Spectrum Enterprise?

Spectrum Enterprise is a national provider of scalable, fiber technology solutions for America’s largest businesses and communications services providers. Our industry-leading team of experts works closely with our clients to design solutions that meet their evolving needs. With Spectrum Enterprise, you can count on:

• Dependability and reliability. Our wholly owned fiber network is engineered for growth and is the foundation for all our services. With 100% uptime guarantee SLA1,  both our network and the solutions built on it deliver the consistency that competitive enterprises require.
• Flexibility and scalability. Offering a range of services across network, TV and voice, we evolve with our customers and adapt our technology to help you stay ahead of your industry’s rapidly changing demands.
• Support and assistance. Our dedicated team members have a tireless work ethic and unmatched commitment as they provide hands-on local support.

FAQs

What is secure access service edge?
Secure access service edge (SASE) is cloud-based model for achieving better performance and security for networks that have evolved away from traditional data center-oriented technology. A SASE framework combines software-defined wide-area networking (SD-WAN) technology with user-focused authentication and access control to provide simpler, stronger network security in the cloud.

What are the components of secure access service edge?
Secure access service edge solutions combine technology for SD-WAN technology with a Secure Web Gateway (SWG), a Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB), Firewall as a Service (FWaaS) and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA).

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