Cisco SEC EA 2.0 CHOICE AMP8350 IPS, APPS & URL Subscription
This Cisco subscription provides essential security services, including Intrusion Prevention, Application Visibility, and URL Filtering, for your network infrastructure.
- Intrusion Prevention: Detect and block malicious network activity in real-time to safeguard against cyber threats.
- Application Visibility: Gain granular insight into network traffic, identifying and controlling application usage.
- URL Filtering: Enforce web usage policies and block access to malicious or inappropriate websites.
- Subscription Term: Provides continuous access to the latest security intelligence and software updates for the licensed duration.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Secure Enterprise Agreement (EA) 2.0 CHOICE subscription license unlocks advanced security capabilities for your Cisco network devices. It specifically enables Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), Application Visibility and Control (AVC), and URL Filtering features, ensuring comprehensive threat detection and policy enforcement.
Designed for businesses seeking to enhance their network security posture, this subscription is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals managing the security of SMB and mid-market networks. It integrates with compatible Cisco security platforms, providing continuous protection and compliance.
- Advanced Threat Detection: Proactively identify and neutralize sophisticated threats before they impact your operations.
- Application Control: Manage and prioritize business-critical applications while blocking unwanted or risky ones.
- Web Security: Protect users from malware, phishing, and inappropriate content by controlling access to websites.
- Continuous Updates: Receive ongoing security intelligence updates and software enhancements to stay ahead of emerging threats.
- Compliance Assurance: Helps meet regulatory requirements by enforcing security policies and maintaining audit trails.
This Cisco subscription is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams needing advanced, continuously updated network security without the overhead of managing complex hardware lifecycles.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Threat Prevention
Enable teams to proactively detect and block sophisticated network intrusions and malware. Streamline incident response by identifying threats before they cause damage or downtime.
Network security management, threat detection and response, endpoint protection integration
Control Application Usage
Streamline the management of network bandwidth and security policies by gaining visibility into application traffic. Automate the enforcement of application usage rules to prevent unauthorized or risky software access.
Network performance optimization, policy enforcement, user access control
Secure Web Access
Enable teams to protect users from web-based threats by filtering access to malicious or inappropriate URLs. Automate the enforcement of web usage policies to maintain a secure online environment.
Web security policy enforcement, user protection, content filtering
Key Features
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
Detects and blocks malicious network activity in real-time, preventing unauthorized access and data breaches.
Application Visibility and Control (AVC)
Provides insight into network traffic by application, allowing for better control over bandwidth and security policies.
URL Filtering
Blocks access to malicious, inappropriate, or non-compliant websites, protecting users from web-based threats.
Subscription Licensing
Ensures continuous access to the latest security intelligence, software updates, and feature enhancements for ongoing protection.
Cisco Security Platform Integration
Works seamlessly with existing Cisco security infrastructure for a unified security posture.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires stringent security to protect sensitive financial data and comply with regulations like PCI DSS and GLBA, making advanced threat detection and URL filtering critical.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must safeguard Protected Health Information (PHI) under HIPAA, necessitating robust intrusion prevention and secure web access to prevent data breaches and maintain patient privacy.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services handle confidential client information, requiring strong security measures to prevent data exfiltration and maintain client trust, aligning with data protection best practices.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial control systems and operational technology environments are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks, making intrusion prevention and application control essential for maintaining operational continuity and safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco SEC EA 2.0 CHOICE?
This is a licensing program from Cisco that offers flexible purchasing options for security solutions. The CHOICE model allows businesses to select specific security capabilities like IPS, APPS, and URL Filtering.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is designed for specific Cisco security platforms, often indicated by the MPN or product series. Compatibility should be verified for your specific Cisco device or appliance.
How long is the subscription term?
Subscription terms vary and are typically for one or multiple years. The term dictates how long you have access to the enabled features and ongoing updates.
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.