Cisco ESA IMS Subscription License
Secure your organization with Cisco ESA IMS subscription licensing, providing advanced threat protection for 250,000 to 499,999 users.
- Extended Protection: Coverage for advanced threat intelligence and email security.
- Scalable Licensing: Annual subscription designed for large user bases.
- Proactive Defense: Protection against sophisticated phishing and malware.
- Operational Efficiency: Streamlined security management for enterprise environments.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Enterprise Agreement (ELA) provides a subscription license for Cisco Email Security Appliance (ESA) and Identity Services Engine (ISE) Integrated Management Suite (IMS). It offers advanced threat protection and security policy enforcement for large organizations.
Designed for SMB, mid-market, and enterprise companies, this solution is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals responsible for network security and compliance. It integrates into existing network infrastructure to provide a unified security posture.
- Advanced Threat Defense: Detects and blocks sophisticated email-borne threats.
- Identity Management: Enforces security policies based on user identity.
- Centralized Control: Unified management for email security and network access.
- Scalable Licensing: Annual subscription model accommodates large user counts.
- Compliance Support: Helps meet regulatory requirements for data protection.
This Cisco ESA IMS subscription is the right choice for organizations needing enterprise-grade security without the associated overhead.
What This Solves
Enable advanced email threat protection
Enable teams to defend against advanced phishing, malware, and spam targeting their organization's email communications. Streamline the detection and remediation of email-borne threats to protect sensitive data.
cloud-based email, on-premises email, hybrid email environments, corporate communication networks, internal user protection
Enforce identity-based network access
Streamline the enforcement of granular security policies based on user identity and device posture across the network. Automate access control to ensure only authorized users and compliant devices can connect.
corporate network security, BYOD policies, secure remote access, segmented network access, user authentication
Centralize security management
Automate the management of email security and network access controls from a single integrated suite. Enable IT teams to gain better visibility and control over their security posture, reducing complexity.
unified security operations, IT infrastructure management, security policy enforcement, threat intelligence aggregation, operational efficiency
Key Features
Advanced Malware Protection
Detects and blocks sophisticated malware, ransomware, and zero-day threats in email traffic.
Anti-Phishing Capabilities
Identifies and quarantines malicious phishing attempts, protecting users from credential theft and fraud.
URL Filtering and Time-of-Click Protection
Scans links in emails at the time of click to block access to newly compromised websites.
Identity-Based Access Control
Enforces network access policies based on user identity, role, and device compliance.
Centralized Management Console
Provides a single pane of glass for managing email security and network access policies.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require stringent security to protect sensitive customer data and comply with regulations like PCI DSS and GLBA, making advanced email security and access control critical.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must adhere to HIPAA regulations, necessitating robust protection for patient data transmitted via email and secure access to medical systems.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies handle sensitive information and face significant cyber threats, requiring secure communication channels and strict access controls to protect national security and citizen data.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial control systems and sensitive intellectual property are prime targets for cyberattacks; securing email communications and network access is vital to prevent operational disruption and data theft.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco ESA IMS?
Cisco ESA IMS stands for Email Security Appliance and Identity Services Engine Integrated Management Suite. It combines advanced email threat protection with network access control based on user identity.
Who is this license intended for?
This license is designed for businesses with 250,000 to 499,999 users that require enterprise-grade security solutions for their own IT operations.
What is the billing model?
This is an annual subscription license, providing continuous access to Cisco's security services and updates throughout the term.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
High — engineer-led
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.