Cisco ISE Apex Licensing
Cisco ISE Apex Licensing provides advanced network access control and security policy enforcement, ensuring compliance and protecting your business operations.
- Access to: Advanced security features for network access control and policy enforcement.
- Coverage for: Comprehensive security posture assessment and endpoint compliance.
- Protection against: Unauthorized network access and potential security breaches.
- Entitlement to: Continuous software updates and access to Cisco's security intelligence.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Security EA 2.0 Choice ISE Apex license subscription unlocks advanced capabilities within Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE). It enables granular policy enforcement, endpoint compliance checks, and robust security posture assessment across your network infrastructure.
Designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations, this licensing is crucial for maintaining a secure network environment. It integrates with existing Cisco networking hardware to provide a unified security management platform, essential for businesses prioritizing data protection and regulatory adherence.
- Advanced Policy Enforcement: Define and enforce granular access policies based on user identity, device type, and security posture.
- Endpoint Compliance: Ensure all devices connecting to the network meet security requirements before granting access.
- Threat Detection & Mitigation: Identify and respond to potential security threats in real-time.
- Scalable Capacity: Supports a defined number of endpoints, allowing for growth within your organization.
- Subscription Model: Provides access to the latest features and ongoing support through a predictable billing cycle.
Secure your business network with Cisco ISE Apex licensing, offering enterprise-grade security management without the enterprise overhead for SMB and mid-market teams.
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 appropriate network access to employees and guests.
wired networks, wireless networks, VPN access, BYOD environments
Automate endpoint security compliance
Automate the verification of endpoint security compliance before granting network access. Ensure all devices meet security standards, reducing the risk of malware or unauthorized access.
corporate-owned devices, personal devices, managed endpoints, unmanaged devices
Enhance threat detection and response
Enhance threat detection by gaining visibility into device posture and user behavior on the network. Streamline response actions by automatically quarantining non-compliant or suspicious devices.
security operations, incident response, network monitoring, security analytics
Key Features
Identity-based access control
Grant access based on who the user is and what device they are using, enhancing security and user experience.
Endpoint posture assessment
Verify that devices meet security requirements like up-to-date antivirus and patches before allowing network access, preventing threats.
Guest access management
Provide secure and controlled internet access for visitors and contractors, simplifying onboarding and offboarding.
Integration with Cisco ecosystem
Seamlessly integrates with other Cisco security products for a unified security posture and improved threat intelligence.
Subscription-based licensing
Provides predictable costs and ensures access to the latest software features and security updates.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security to protect sensitive customer data and comply with regulations like PCI DSS and GLBA, which ISE Apex licensing helps enforce through granular access control and compliance checks.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must adhere to HIPAA regulations for patient data privacy, making ISE Apex's ability to secure network access and ensure endpoint compliance critical for protecting electronic health records.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services handle highly confidential client information, necessitating strong security measures to prevent unauthorized access and maintain client trust, supported by ISE Apex's advanced policy enforcement.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments are increasingly connected, requiring secure access for both IT and operational technology (OT) systems. ISE Apex licensing helps segment networks and control access to critical infrastructure, protecting against cyber threats.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco ISE Apex licensing?
Cisco ISE Apex licensing is a subscription that unlocks advanced features for Cisco Identity Services Engine, enabling sophisticated network access control, policy enforcement, and endpoint compliance.
What kind of devices does this license cover?
This license covers a specified number of endpoints, including laptops, desktops, mobile devices, IoT devices, and servers that connect to your network.
How does this license help with compliance?
It helps maintain compliance by enforcing strict access policies, ensuring devices meet security standards, and providing detailed audit logs of network access activities.
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.