Cisco 8455-SEC Enterprise Agreement 3 Year - True Forward 2 Year
This Cisco Enterprise Agreement provides 3 years of platform licensing for your security infrastructure, ensuring continuous operation and access to advanced features for 2 years.
- Extended Coverage: Enjoy 3 years of platform licensing, ensuring your security investments are protected and up-to-date.
- True Forward Access: Benefit from 2 years of True Forward capabilities, allowing for flexible capacity adjustments as your needs evolve.
- Security Posture: Maintain a strong security posture with access to the latest Cisco security features and threat intelligence.
- Operational Continuity: Guarantee uninterrupted service and support for your critical security platform, minimizing downtime risks.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Enterprise Agreement is a platform software license subscription that provides 3 years of access to the Cisco 8455-SEC security platform, with a 2-year True Forward component. It unlocks advanced security capabilities, ensures compliance, and provides essential support for your network infrastructure.
Designed for businesses that rely on robust security, this agreement is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals responsible for network security and operational continuity. It integrates into existing Cisco environments, providing a predictable cost model for essential security services.
- Platform Licensing: Grants access to the full suite of features and functionalities of the Cisco 8455-SEC platform.
- Subscription Billing: Offers a predictable, recurring cost model for budgeting and financial planning.
- True Forward Flexibility: Allows for adjustments in capacity or usage over the 2-year True Forward period, accommodating changing business needs.
- Security Enhancements: Ensures access to the latest security updates, threat intelligence, and feature enhancements from Cisco.
- Compliance Assurance: Helps meet regulatory and industry compliance requirements by maintaining an up-to-date and fully supported security solution.
This Cisco Enterprise Agreement is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams seeking predictable security costs and continuous access to advanced platform capabilities.
What This Enables
Continuous Security Feature Access
Enable teams to stay ahead of evolving threats by providing access to the latest security features and updates for the Cisco 8455-SEC platform. Streamline security management with consistent access to advanced threat intelligence and protection capabilities.
network security, threat prevention, security operations, continuous improvement
Predictable Security Budgeting
Streamline financial planning with a subscription-based licensing model that offers predictable costs over a 3-year term. Automate budget allocation for essential security services, avoiding unexpected expenditures on software renewals.
budget management, IT financial planning, operational expenditure, cost control
Flexible Capacity Management
Enable teams to adapt to changing business demands with the 2-year True Forward component, allowing for adjustments in capacity or usage. Automate the process of scaling security resources to match fluctuating network traffic and user needs.
dynamic scaling, resource optimization, business agility, network demand
Key Features
3-Year Enterprise Agreement Term
Provides long-term security coverage and predictable operational costs for essential network security infrastructure.
2-Year True Forward Component
Offers flexibility to adjust licensing capacity or usage over time, accommodating evolving business needs without immediate cost increases.
Cisco 8455-SEC Platform Access
Unlocks advanced security features, threat intelligence, and ongoing updates to protect against the latest cyber threats.
Subscription Billing Model
Simplifies IT budgeting and financial management with a clear, recurring cost structure for security services.
Continued Support and Updates
Ensures the security platform remains current and fully supported, minimizing vulnerabilities and operational disruptions.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security to protect sensitive customer data and comply with strict regulations like PCI DSS and GLBA, making advanced security platforms essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must adhere to HIPAA and HITECH regulations, necessitating strong security measures to safeguard patient health information (PHI) and ensure data privacy.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies handle sensitive data and critical infrastructure, requiring secure, reliable, and compliant IT solutions to protect national security and public services.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial control systems and operational technology (OT) in manufacturing are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks, requiring specialized security solutions to prevent disruption and protect intellectual property.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Cisco Enterprise Agreement?
A Cisco Enterprise Agreement is a flexible, subscription-based licensing program that provides access to Cisco software and services. It simplifies procurement and management, offering predictable costs and the ability to scale resources as needed.
What is the benefit of the True Forward component?
The True Forward component allows you to adjust your license usage or capacity during the agreement term. This provides flexibility to adapt to changing business requirements without needing to purchase new licenses immediately.
Who is this license intended for?
This license is intended for businesses that use IT for their own operations, such as SMB, Mid-Market, and Enterprise companies. It is designed for IT Managers and Professionals responsible for securing their organization's network infrastructure.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Medium — IT-assisted
Fulfillment
Digital Delivery
License keys / portal provisioning
Support Model
Zent Networks Managed
Renewal, add-license, and lifecycle management included
Subscription Terms
Cancellation
Cancel anytime — no charge on next cycle
You may cancel this subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You will not be charged for the following billing cycle. Access remains active through the end of the paid term.
Returns
Subscription licenses are non-refundable
Digital software licenses and SaaS subscriptions cannot be returned once activated or provisioned. Contact a Zent Networks account manager if you have questions before purchasing.