Cisco ASA 5516 Firepower IPS and AMP Subscription
This Cisco subscription provides advanced threat protection and intrusion prevention capabilities for your network security platform, ensuring continuous defense against evolving cyber threats.
- Access to: Latest threat intelligence updates and signature definitions for proactive defense against known and emerging malware and exploits.
- Coverage for: Intrusion prevention system (IPS) and advanced malware protection (AMP) features, enhancing your firewall's security posture.
- Protection against: Sophisticated cyberattacks, including zero-day threats and advanced persistent threats (APTs), safeguarding critical business data.
- Entitlement to: Ongoing software updates and technical support, ensuring your security platform remains effective and compliant.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a platform software subscription for the Cisco ASA 5516-X firewall, enabling advanced security services including Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) and Advanced Malware Protection (AMP). It provides continuous access to updated threat intelligence, signatures, and software features for the duration of the subscription term, ensuring your network defenses are always current.
This subscription is designed for businesses that own and operate Cisco ASA 5516-X firewalls and require enhanced security capabilities beyond basic firewalling. It is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations seeking to bolster their network security against sophisticated threats without the overhead of managing complex security stacks independently.
- Enhanced Threat Detection: Integrates IPS and AMP to identify and block a wider range of network threats.
- Up-to-Date Security: Provides continuous access to the latest threat intelligence and software updates.
- Simplified Security Management: Extends the capabilities of your existing Cisco ASA firewall with integrated security services.
- Compliance Support: Helps meet regulatory requirements by providing advanced security controls and logging.
- Proactive Defense: Offers protection against known exploits and emerging malware, reducing the risk of breaches.
This Cisco subscription is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams needing to enhance their network security with advanced threat intelligence and protection services.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Threat Prevention
Enable teams to proactively identify and block sophisticated network threats, including zero-day exploits and advanced malware. Streamline security operations by integrating intrusion prevention and malware detection directly into the network perimeter.
businesses with a dedicated firewall, organizations managing network perimeter security, teams requiring advanced threat intelligence, companies with sensitive data assets
Enhance Malware Detection Capabilities
Automate the detection and blocking of known and emerging malware threats through continuous signature updates. Protect business operations from ransomware, viruses, and other malicious software that could lead to downtime or data loss.
companies with internet-facing servers, organizations with remote workforce access, businesses handling customer data, environments with high volumes of external traffic
Maintain Up-to-Date Security Posture
Ensure continuous access to the latest threat intelligence and software updates for your Cisco ASA firewall. Maintain compliance with security best practices and regulatory requirements by keeping your security defenses current against evolving attack vectors.
businesses with compliance obligations, organizations seeking to reduce security risks, IT departments managing aging security hardware, companies prioritizing proactive security
Key Features
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
Detects and blocks malicious network traffic and exploits in real-time, preventing unauthorized access and data breaches.
Advanced Malware Protection (AMP)
Identifies and neutralizes known and unknown malware, including ransomware and zero-day threats, before they impact your network.
Continuous Threat Intelligence Updates
Ensures your security defenses are always current with the latest threat data, protecting against emerging attack methods.
Subscription-based Licensing
Provides access to the latest features and support for a defined term, offering predictable security costs.
Integration with Cisco ASA 5516-X
Enhances the security capabilities of your existing firewall without requiring additional hardware investments.
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 threat prevention essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must safeguard Protected Health Information (PHI) and comply with HIPAA, necessitating strong security measures to prevent breaches and ensure data integrity.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services handle confidential client information, requiring advanced security to prevent data exfiltration and maintain client trust and regulatory adherence.
Retail & Hospitality
Retailers and hospitality businesses process significant amounts of customer payment data, making them targets for attacks and requiring strong security to comply with PCI DSS and protect against fraud.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the term of this Cisco ASA 5516-X subscription?
This specific SKU (L-S-ASA5516-TAM-3Y) indicates a 3-year subscription term for the IPS and AMP services on the Cisco ASA 5516-X firewall.
What specific threats does this subscription protect against?
This subscription provides protection against a wide range of threats including network intrusions, exploits, viruses, worms, Trojans, ransomware, and advanced malware, leveraging Cisco's extensive threat intelligence.
Does this license require additional hardware?
No, this is a software subscription license that activates advanced security features on your existing Cisco ASA 5516-X firewall. No additional hardware is typically required.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Low — self-service
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.