Cisco Security EA 2.0 Choice Cloud Add-On
This Cisco Security EA 2.0 Choice Cloud Add-On license provides essential security capabilities for your network infrastructure, ensuring continuous protection and compliance.
- Named User Licensing: Secures access for individual users, ensuring compliance and controlled feature availability.
- Cloud Add-On: Extends existing Cisco security platforms with cloud-based intelligence and services.
- Subscription Billing: Offers predictable operational expenses with a recurring subscription model for ongoing access.
- Platform Entitlement: Unlocks specific security features and management capabilities within the Cisco ecosystem.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Security EA 2.0 Choice Cloud Add-On is a software license that extends the capabilities of your existing Cisco security platform. It provides named user access to cloud-delivered security services, enhancing threat detection, policy enforcement, and overall network security posture.
Designed for businesses that utilize Cisco security solutions, this subscription-based license is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals seeking to augment their security stack without significant hardware investment. It integrates with your current infrastructure to provide advanced security features and ensure compliance with evolving regulatory requirements.
- Enhanced Security Posture: Gain access to advanced threat intelligence and cloud-based security services.
- Named User Access: Provides granular control and licensing for individual users accessing protected resources.
- Subscription Convenience: Simplifies budgeting and ensures continuous access to the latest security updates and features.
- Platform Integration: Seamlessly adds cloud security capabilities to your existing Cisco security investments.
- Compliance Assurance: Helps meet regulatory requirements through consistent security policy enforcement and reporting.
This Cisco cloud add-on license is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams needing to expand their security capabilities cost-effectively.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Threat Detection
Enable teams to proactively identify and respond to sophisticated cyber threats using cloud-powered intelligence. Streamline security operations by integrating advanced detection capabilities directly into their existing Cisco security framework.
cloud-managed networks, hybrid cloud environments, distributed workforces, endpoint security management
Streamline Security Policy Management
Streamline the enforcement of security policies across user groups and devices with named user licensing. Automate policy updates and ensure consistent security controls through cloud-based management.
policy-driven security, user-centric access control, compliance-focused IT, centralized security administration
Automate Security Compliance
Automate security compliance efforts by ensuring all users have access to the latest security features and updates. Support regulatory requirements through consistent application of security controls and detailed reporting.
regulatory compliance needs, audit readiness, data protection mandates, secure remote access
Key Features
Named User Licensing
Ensures precise control over who accesses security features, simplifying compliance and license management for individual users.
Cloud Add-On Services
Provides access to advanced, cloud-delivered security intelligence and capabilities that enhance threat detection and response.
Subscription Billing
Offers predictable operational expenses and ensures continuous access to the latest security features and updates.
Platform Integration
Seamlessly integrates with existing Cisco security platforms, augmenting current investments without requiring a full platform replacement.
Security EA 2.0 Framework
Leverages a structured agreement for security solutions, simplifying procurement and management of multiple security technologies.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security to protect sensitive customer data and comply with strict regulations like PCI DSS and GDPR, making advanced threat detection and policy enforcement critical.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must adhere to HIPAA and other data privacy laws, necessitating strong security measures to safeguard electronic health records and ensure uninterrupted patient care.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle highly confidential client information, requiring advanced security to prevent data breaches and maintain client trust and regulatory compliance.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks that can disrupt operations and compromise intellectual property, demanding enhanced security for operational technology (OT) and IT convergence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco Security EA 2.0?
Cisco Security Enterprise Agreement 2.0 is a flexible licensing program that allows organizations to procure and manage a broad portfolio of Cisco security solutions under a single agreement. It offers predictable costs and access to evolving technologies.
What does 'Choice CL ADDON SF COMM. NAMED USR' mean?
This specific designation indicates a cloud add-on ('CL ADDON') for a security solution ('SF') under the Cisco Security Enterprise Agreement ('SEC EA 2.0') program. 'COMM. NAMED USR' specifies that the licensing is based on named users and is for commercial use.
How does this license enhance my current security?
This license adds cloud-delivered security capabilities to your existing Cisco security platform. It provides named user access to advanced threat intelligence and services, improving your overall security posture and compliance.
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.