
Deploy Cisco Secure Access for <500 Users
Zent Networks deploys Cisco Secure Access to establish identity-verified application access and micro-segmentation for organizations with up to 500 users.
- Deployment Scope: Fixed-scope remote deployment for organizations up to 500 users.
- Access Control: Establishes identity-verified access to applications.
- Network Security: Implements micro-segmentation to limit lateral movement.
- Vendor Expertise: Leverages Cisco Secure Access technology for enhanced security.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Zent Networks provides a professional service to deploy Cisco Secure Access, a solution designed to secure application access and implement micro-segmentation for businesses with up to 500 users. This service ensures that only authenticated identities can access specific applications, significantly reducing the attack surface.
This deployment is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies seeking to modernize their security posture. It fits within an organization's existing network infrastructure, enhancing security without requiring a complete overhaul.
- Identity-Verified Access: Ensures only authenticated users can reach applications.
- Micro-segmentation: Isolates applications and segments the network to prevent breaches.
- Reduced Attack Surface: Limits exposure by controlling access at the application layer.
- Scalable for SMB: Designed for organizations with up to 500 users.
- Expert Deployment: Professional service ensures proper configuration and integration.
Secure your business with expert deployment of Cisco Secure Access, providing essential identity and segmentation controls for your organization.
What's Covered
Organizations deploying Zero Trust security models
Organizations deploying Zero Trust principles can leverage this service to enforce identity-verified access to applications. It establishes granular controls, ensuring that access is granted only after strict authentication and authorization.
cloud-first environments, hybrid networks, remote workforce, compliance-driven businesses
Businesses migrating from traditional VPN solutions
Businesses migrating from traditional VPN solutions can utilize this deployment to adopt a more secure, identity-centric access model. This service replaces broad network access with specific application access, reducing risk.
modernizing security infrastructure, distributed teams, SaaS application adoption, regulatory compliance
Teams managing sensitive data and applications
Teams managing sensitive data and applications can implement micro-segmentation to isolate critical assets. This deployment limits the blast radius of any potential security incident, protecting valuable business information.
data-sensitive operations, regulated industries, intellectual property protection, internal application security
Companies seeking to reduce their attack surface
Companies seeking to reduce their overall attack surface will benefit from this service by minimizing the pathways for potential attackers. By controlling access at the application level, it significantly hardens the security perimeter.
proactive security strategy, SMB security enhancement, mid-market IT modernization, risk mitigation
Key Features
Identity-Verified Access
Ensures that only authenticated and authorized users can access specific applications, preventing unauthorized entry.
Micro-segmentation
Divides the network into smaller, isolated zones to contain breaches and limit lateral movement of threats.
Reduced Attack Surface
Minimizes the number of potential entry points for attackers by controlling access at the application layer.
Fixed-Scope Deployment
Provides a clear and predictable deployment process for organizations up to 500 users.
Expert Configuration
Leverages Zent Networks' expertise to ensure Cisco Secure Access is correctly configured for optimal security.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires stringent access controls and data protection due to sensitive financial information and regulatory compliance mandates like PCI DSS and SOX.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services organizations handle highly confidential client data, necessitating robust security measures to prevent unauthorized access and maintain client trust.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must comply with HIPAA and protect patient health information (PHI), making identity-verified access and network segmentation critical for data security.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Securing operational technology (OT) and sensitive intellectual property is paramount, and micro-segmentation helps isolate critical systems from broader network threats.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco Secure Access?
Cisco Secure Access is a solution that provides identity-verified access to applications and implements micro-segmentation within your network. It's a key component of a Zero Trust security strategy.
Who is this deployment service for?
This service is for businesses with up to 500 users looking to enhance their application security and network segmentation. It is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies.
What does 'identity-verified access' mean?
It means that access to an application is granted only after the user's identity has been strictly verified through authentication and authorization processes, rather than just network location.
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.