Cisco ISE Apex License Subscription for 250K Endpoints
This Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) Apex license subscription provides advanced network access control and security policy enforcement for up to 250,000 endpoints over a one-year term.
- Advanced Security Features: Unlock comprehensive security capabilities including posture assessment, threat containment, and policy enforcement.
- Extended Coverage: Protect your entire network infrastructure with licensing for up to 250,000 endpoints.
- Compliance Assurance: Maintain regulatory compliance and reduce risk with granular access controls and detailed auditing.
- Continuous Operation: Ensure uninterrupted network access and security through a one-year subscription term.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) Apex license subscription provides advanced network access control and security policy enforcement for up to 250,000 endpoints over a one-year term. It unlocks the full suite of ISE features, enabling robust security posture assessment, policy-driven access, and threat mitigation across your network.
Ideal for mid-market and enterprise organizations, this license is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals responsible for network security and compliance. It integrates with existing Cisco network infrastructure, providing a centralized platform for managing user and device access, ensuring that only authorized entities can connect to network resources.
- Full Feature Access: Enables all ISE features, including advanced profiling, policy enforcement, and guest access.
- Scalable Capacity: Supports up to 250,000 endpoints, accommodating large and growing network environments.
- Subscription Term: Provides a one-year license term for predictable budgeting and continuous access to features.
- Centralized Management: Offers a unified platform for managing network access policies and security.
- Enhanced Security Posture: Improves network security through granular control and real-time threat detection.
This Cisco ISE Apex license subscription is the right choice for mid-market teams seeking advanced network security and policy control without the overhead of traditional enterprise deployments.
What This Enables
Enable granular network access control
Enable teams to define and enforce granular access policies based on user identity, device type, and security posture. Streamline the process of granting or denying network access to ensure only authorized entities connect.
on-premises networks, hybrid cloud environments, BYOD policies, corporate-owned devices
Automate security policy enforcement
Automate the enforcement of security policies across wired, wireless, and VPN connections. Streamline compliance checks and threat containment by dynamically assigning security profiles to endpoints.
segmenting network traffic, enforcing compliance standards, managing guest access, remote workforce security
Enhance endpoint security posture assessment
Enable teams to assess the security posture of endpoints before granting network access. Automate checks for antivirus status, patch levels, and other security configurations to mitigate risks.
endpoint compliance, vulnerability management, zero trust architecture, proactive security
Key Features
Identity-based access control
Enhance security by granting network access based on user and device identity, not just IP addresses.
Dynamic policy enforcement
Automatically adjust network access and security policies based on real-time context and threat intelligence.
Guest and contractor access management
Securely provide temporary network access to guests and contractors with defined policies and limited privileges.
Endpoint compliance and posture assessment
Ensure all devices connecting to the network meet security requirements before granting access.
Threat containment
Isolate or quarantine non-compliant or compromised devices to prevent the spread of threats.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require stringent security controls and compliance with regulations like PCI DSS and SOX, which ISE Apex helps enforce through granular access policies and auditing.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must comply with HIPAA and other privacy regulations, necessitating secure access to patient data and network segmentation, which ISE Apex facilitates.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies often have strict security mandates and compliance requirements, such as NIST guidelines, that demand robust identity management and network access control.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments are increasingly connected, requiring secure access for operational technology (OT) and IT systems, with ISE Apex providing policy enforcement and segmentation to protect critical infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco ISE Apex licensing?
Cisco ISE Apex licensing provides the most advanced feature set for Cisco Identity Services Engine, enabling comprehensive network access control, policy enforcement, and security posture assessment for up to 250,000 endpoints.
What is the term of this license?
This is a one-year subscription license, providing continuous access to the ISE Apex features and support for the duration of the term.
What kind of organizations benefit from this license?
Mid-market and enterprise organizations that require robust network security, granular access control, and compliance management for a large number of endpoints will benefit from this license.
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.