We offer Firewall-as-a-Service (FWaaS) to local companies

The first line of defence in any IT system is often a firewall. It’s a gate between the internet and your servers that protects your data by only allowing verified and secure traffic through. Virtually every IT network will have firewalls in place but managing these systems can become complicated if your IT network is complex and extends beyond borders.

Multinational businesses and large enterprises should consider Firewall-as-a-Service (FWaaS). Conventional firewalls are hardware-based systems that need to be managed and maintained on-site. Conversely, FWaaS is a cloud-delivered solution that does away with the requirement for hardware on-site. Numerous benefits come with this virtualised strategy, such as scalability, flexibility, and reduced management needs.

Key features of SEACOM’s FWaaS

FWaaS is designed to be the first security barrier on your IT network. By opting for a managed service, enterprises can unlock high network availability with redundancy and failover features built into the system to provide continuous protection.

Every company has different security requirements. Our FWaaS platform enables customised setups to meet your unique needs and provide the best possible defence against new security threats.

These offerings are backed by a unified security policy. In cyber security, consistency is essential. By implementing a single security policy across all of your network locations, FWaaS makes management easier and improves protection.

What’s more, SEACOM provides regular backups to protect your firewall setup. This guarantees that in the event of inadvertent modifications or security breaches, your firewall configuration can be promptly restored.

Advantages of FWaaS for businesses

FWaaS has several benefits for your company. Firstly, it’s a cost-effective solution that can drastically lower your IT expenses by doing away with the requirement for on-premise hardware and maintenance. It also enhances your security posture as your firewall is kept up-to-date with the most recent security patches and threat intelligence.

FWaaS is a scalable service, so you can quickly adapt your security posture to new threats or changes in your business environment. By offering the required security measures, FWaaS can assist your company in adhering to industry norms and standards.

Your IT staff can also concentrate on other crucial business tasks by outsourcing firewall monitoring to a managed service provider.

At SEACOM, we're dedicated to providing ICT solutions that enable companies to prosper. We are committed to offering complete services across a range of digital sectors, including cyber security, connectivity, communications, cloud and networking.

We are a trusted advisor and ICT partner for many enterprises in South Africa. SEACOM can guide you through the complicated world of IT services and we provide decades of experience and dedication to meeting clients’ needs. For more information about our cyber security solutions or to get a quote, email us at marketing@seacom.com or leave us a message.

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