Cisco NGFW Security Subscription
This Cisco subscription provides advanced Next-Generation Firewall capabilities, including Intrusion Prevention, Application Visibility and Control, and Advanced Malware Protection for a 5-year term.
- Advanced Threat Defense: Coverage for integrated Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) and Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) to detect and block sophisticated threats.
- Application Control: Entitlement to Application Visibility and Control (AVC) features, enabling granular management of network traffic based on application type.
- Extended Security Posture: Protection against evolving cyber threats with continuous updates and intelligence for the licensed 5-year term.
- Compliance and Visibility: Access to detailed logging and reporting to meet regulatory requirements and gain deep insights into network activity.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco subscription license unlocks advanced security features for your network perimeter, providing Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) capabilities. It includes Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), Application Visibility and Control (AVC), and Advanced Malware Protection (AMP), all managed through a unified platform for a 5-year subscription term.
This solution is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market organizations who need to protect their business operations. It integrates directly with Cisco's security hardware, enhancing the existing network infrastructure to defend against modern cyber threats and ensure business continuity.
- Unified Threat Management: Integrates IPS, AMP, and AVC into a single, manageable subscription.
- Intelligent Threat Detection: Proactively identifies and blocks known and unknown malware and exploits.
- Granular Application Control: Manages network access and bandwidth allocation based on application usage.
- Continuous Security Updates: Ensures protection against the latest threats through ongoing intelligence feeds.
- Simplified Licensing: Provides a clear, term-based subscription for predictable security management.
This Cisco subscription offers essential security capabilities, empowering SMB and mid-market teams to defend their networks without enterprise-level complexity.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Threat Prevention
Enable teams to proactively defend against known and emerging cyber threats with integrated Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) and Advanced Malware Protection (AMP). This ensures continuous protection for critical business data and operations.
network security, threat detection, endpoint protection, perimeter defense
Streamline Application Traffic Management
Streamline network performance and security by gaining granular visibility and control over application usage with Application Visibility and Control (AVC). This allows IT to prioritize critical business applications and mitigate risks from unauthorized or risky apps.
network visibility, bandwidth management, application control, policy enforcement
Automate Security Policy Enforcement
Automate the enforcement of security policies across the network perimeter with a unified management platform. This reduces manual configuration errors and ensures consistent application of security controls for compliance and risk reduction.
security policy, network segmentation, compliance reporting, unified management
Key Features
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
Detects and blocks malicious network traffic and known exploits in real-time, preventing unauthorized access and data breaches.
Advanced Malware Protection (AMP)
Identifies and blocks known and unknown malware, ransomware, and other advanced threats before they can impact business operations.
Application Visibility and Control (AVC)
Provides deep insight into network traffic by application, allowing for granular control over application usage and bandwidth allocation.
5-Year Subscription Term
Offers predictable security coverage and cost management for an extended period, ensuring continuous protection.
Unified Management
Simplifies security operations by consolidating multiple security functions into a single platform for easier configuration and monitoring.
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) under HIPAA, necessitating strong security measures to prevent breaches and ensure data integrity.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial control systems and operational technology (OT) environments are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks, requiring advanced security to prevent disruption of production and ensure safety.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle highly confidential client information, demanding strong security to maintain client trust and comply with data privacy laws.
Frequently Asked Questions
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is designed for compatible Cisco Next-Generation Firewall appliances. Specific model compatibility should be verified based on your existing Cisco hardware.
What is the duration of this subscription?
This subscription provides coverage and access to features for a term of 5 years from the date of activation.
Does this include hardware replacement?
This is a software and services subscription that enables advanced security features. It does not typically include hardware replacement unless bundled with a specific hardware support contract.
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.