Cisco Umbrella SIG Advantage License
The Cisco Umbrella SIG Advantage license provides essential security and DNS protection, ensuring your business network remains safe from online threats.
- Enhanced Security: Protection against malware, phishing, and command and control callbacks.
- DNS Layer Enforcement: Block malicious domains and IP addresses at the DNS level.
- Content Filtering: Control access to websites based on category to enforce acceptable use policies.
- Visibility and Control: Gain insights into internet activity and enforce security policies effectively.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Umbrella SIG Advantage license is a subscription-based platform software license designed to provide advanced security and DNS protection for your business network. It unlocks critical security features that safeguard your users and data from a wide range of online threats.
Ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies, this license integrates seamlessly into your existing network infrastructure. It helps maintain a secure internet access posture, supporting compliance and operational continuity without requiring extensive hardware investments.
- Advanced Threat Protection: Defends against malware, ransomware, and phishing attacks.
- DNS Security: Blocks access to malicious domains and IP addresses.
- Web Content Filtering: Enforces acceptable use policies by blocking specific website categories.
- Secure Internet Gateway: Provides a cloud-delivered security service for all your users, anywhere.
- Reporting and Analytics: Offers visibility into internet usage and security events.
This license is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams seeking to bolster their security posture with enterprise-grade protection without the enterprise overhead.
What This Enables
Enable secure internet access for remote workers
Enable teams to securely access the internet from any location, protecting company data from threats encountered on public Wi-Fi or personal devices. Streamline the enforcement of security policies across a distributed workforce.
remote workforce, hybrid work models, distributed teams, mobile device management
Block access to malicious websites and content
Streamline the process of blocking access to known malicious domains and websites categorized as high-risk or inappropriate. Automate the enforcement of acceptable use policies to reduce exposure to threats and maintain productivity.
policy enforcement, acceptable use, content filtering, security posture
Protect against malware and phishing attacks
Automate the detection and blocking of malware, ransomware, and phishing attempts at the DNS and IP layer. Provide continuous protection that reduces the risk of infection and data compromise for all users.
threat prevention, endpoint security, network protection, risk mitigation
Key Features
DNS Layer Security
Blocks access to malicious domains and IP addresses before connections are made, preventing malware and phishing attacks.
Web Content Filtering
Enforces acceptable use policies by blocking access to specific categories of websites, improving productivity and reducing risk.
Malware and Phishing Protection
Automatically detects and blocks threats, safeguarding users and sensitive data from compromise.
Cloud-Delivered Service
Provides consistent security for users on and off the corporate network without requiring hardware deployment.
Reporting and Analytics
Offers insights into internet usage and security events, aiding in threat investigation and policy refinement.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires stringent security measures to protect sensitive financial data and comply with regulations like PCI DSS and GLBA, which Umbrella's threat blocking and content filtering capabilities help address.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must protect patient data (PHI) under HIPAA, making robust security essential. Umbrella's ability to block malicious sites and enforce security policies aids in maintaining compliance and preventing breaches.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services handle confidential client information, necessitating strong security to prevent data exfiltration and maintain client trust. Umbrella provides a critical layer of defense against cyber threats.
Retail & Hospitality
These industries often deal with customer payment information and require secure internet access for point-of-sale systems and guest networks. Umbrella helps protect against threats and ensures compliance with standards like PCI DSS.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco Umbrella SIG Advantage?
Cisco Umbrella SIG Advantage is a subscription license that provides a cloud-delivered security service. It offers DNS security, threat protection, and web content filtering to safeguard your business network.
Who is this license for?
This license is designed for SMB and mid-market companies looking to enhance their internet security. It is suitable for IT Managers and IT Professionals responsible for network security and compliance.
How is this license billed?
This is a subscription-based license, meaning it is billed on a recurring basis, typically annually, providing continuous access to the security features and updates.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Low — self-service
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.