DigiCert Private Intermediate CA
Establish a trusted private certificate authority for your organization with the DigiCert Private Intermediate CA, ensuring secure internal digital identities and data.
- Rooted Trust: Provides a secure foundation for issuing your own internal certificates, enhancing security posture.
- Controlled Issuance: Enables granular control over certificate policies and lifecycle management within your network.
- Enhanced Security: Protects sensitive internal communications and systems by validating internal entities.
- Compliance Support: Aids in meeting regulatory requirements that mandate strong identity verification and data protection.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The DigiCert Private Intermediate CA is a subscription-based solution that allows organizations to establish and manage their own private Certificate Authority (CA). This service provides a secure, hierarchical structure for issuing and managing digital certificates used for internal authentication, encryption, and code signing, thereby strengthening the overall security of your digital infrastructure.
This solution is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market companies who need to implement robust internal security controls. It integrates into existing IT environments, providing a foundational layer for managing digital identities and securing internal applications and devices without the complexity of managing a public root CA.
- Private Root CA: Establishes a secure, private root of trust for your organization.
- Intermediate CA Issuance: Facilitates the secure issuance of certificates from a private intermediate CA.
- Policy Management: Allows for the definition and enforcement of custom certificate policies.
- Lifecycle Management: Supports the full lifecycle of internal digital certificates, from issuance to revocation.
- Audit Trails: Provides detailed logging for compliance and security monitoring.
Secure your internal digital ecosystem with a dedicated private CA, offering enterprise-grade security without the enterprise overhead.
What This Solves
Enable Secure Internal Application Access
Enable teams to secure internal web applications and APIs with trusted digital certificates issued by your private CA. Streamline the process of authenticating users and services, reducing the risk of unauthorized access to critical business data.
internal applications, API security, identity management, secure data exchange
Protect Sensitive Data with Encryption
Streamline the deployment of end-to-end encryption for internal data in transit, such as email or file transfers. Automate the issuance of certificates that ensure data confidentiality and integrity across your network.
data encryption, secure communications, compliance requirements, network segmentation
Secure Device and User Authentication
Automate the issuance of digital certificates for authenticating internal devices and users to network resources. Enable strong, certificate-based authentication that enhances security beyond simple passwords.
network access control, endpoint security, multi-factor authentication, IoT security
Key Features
Private Root and Intermediate CA Hierarchy
Establishes a secure, auditable chain of trust for all internally issued certificates, enhancing overall security posture.
Customizable Certificate Policies
Allows organizations to define and enforce specific security requirements for certificate issuance, aligning with internal standards.
Automated Certificate Lifecycle Management
Simplifies the process of issuing, renewing, and revoking certificates, reducing administrative overhead and potential security gaps.
Integration with Existing Infrastructure
Works with your current IT environment to provide a unified approach to digital identity management.
Subscription-based Model
Offers predictable costs and access to DigiCert's security expertise without significant upfront capital investment.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require stringent security controls and audit trails for internal systems and data protection, making a private CA essential for compliance and trust.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must protect sensitive patient data (PHI) and comply with regulations like HIPAA, necessitating secure internal communication and access controls provided by a private CA.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments often involve critical operational technology (OT) that requires secure authentication and communication, which a private CA can facilitate to prevent unauthorized access and ensure system integrity.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle highly confidential client information and require robust security measures to maintain client trust and meet data privacy obligations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Private Intermediate CA?
A Private Intermediate CA is a digital certificate authority that is subordinate to a root CA. It is used to issue certificates for internal organizational use, providing a secure and controlled way to manage digital identities within your network.
Who typically uses a Private Intermediate CA?
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies use Private Intermediate CAs to secure internal applications, devices, and communications. This is common in industries requiring strong data protection and identity verification.
How does this service differ from a public CA?
Public CAs issue certificates trusted by the general internet. A Private Intermediate CA is for internal use only, allowing you to define your own trust policies and manage certificates within your private network, without needing public validation.
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.