Managed Firewall

We provide comprehensive Managed Firewall Services designed to protect your network infrastructure from evolving cyber threats and ensure the continuous security of your digital assets. Operating from Acworth, Georgia, we offer end-to-end management of your firewall solutions, encompassing initial deployment, configuration, continuous monitoring, policy enforcement, regular updates, and proactive threat detection. Our expert team ensures your firewall acts as a robust barrier against unauthorized access, malware, denial-of-service attacks, and other malicious activities, providing peace of mind and allowing your business to operate securely and efficiently. We work with leading firewall technologies to deliver tailored security solutions that meet your specific business needs and compliance requirements.

 

Benefits

 

• Enhanced Network Security: Proactive management and real-time threat intelligence ensure your network is protected against the latest cyber threats, including ransomware, phishing, and advanced persistent threats (APTs).

• Reduced Risk of Data Breaches: A properly configured and monitored firewall is a critical component in preventing unauthorized access to your sensitive data, significantly lowering the risk of costly data breaches.

• 24/7 Monitoring and Rapid Response: Our security operations center (SOC) continuously monitors your firewall for suspicious activity, ensuring immediate detection and response to potential incidents, even outside of business hours.

• Compliance Adherence: We help you meet regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., HIPAA, PCI DSS) by enforcing strict network access policies and providing detailed audit logs.

• Cost Savings: Outsourcing firewall management can be more cost-effective than hiring, training, and retaining an in-house cybersecurity team, especially for SMBs.

• Expert Management: Gain access to experienced cybersecurity professionals who specialize in firewall technologies, configuration best practices, and threat intelligence.

• Improved Network Performance: Optimized firewall rules and traffic management can help maintain network speed and prevent bottlenecks caused by malicious traffic or misconfigurations.

• Focus on Core Business: By entrusting your network security to us, your internal IT team (if any) can focus on strategic initiatives rather than day-to-day threat management.

• Scalability: Our services can scale to accommodate your business growth and evolving network demands without requiring significant in-house infrastructure changes.

 

Examples in Action

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1. Preventing a Cyberattack for a Small Business Office 

Scenario: A local marketing firm receives a targeted phishing email that, if opened, attempts to establish a connection to a known malicious command-and-control server. Their existing basic router firewall is insufficient.

Managed Firewall in Action:

• Threat Intelligence Integration: Our managed firewall service, leveraging up-to-date threat intelligence feeds, has a rule set to block connections to known malicious IPs and domains.

• Intrusion Prevention System (IPS): The firewall's integrated IPS detects the signature of the attempted outbound connection from the infected workstation.

• Automated Blocking & Alert: The firewall automatically blocks the connection, preventing the malware from communicating with its server and downloading further payloads. An alert is immediately sent to our SOC.

• Investigation & Remediation: Our security analysts investigate the alert, confirm the blocked threat, and inform the marketing firm's IT contact, advising them on steps to clean the infected workstation (e.g., running EDR scans).

• Outcome: The cyberattack is neutralized before it can cause any harm, protecting the firm's data and network, and preventing potential downtime or data breaches.5

   

 

2. Ensuring Secure Remote Access for a Distributed Team 

Scenario: A regional consulting firm has employees working remotely from various locations, requiring secure access to internal applications and resources. Their current VPN solution is complex to manage and prone to issues.

Managed Firewall in Action:

• VPN Configuration & Management: We configure and manage the firewall's built-in VPN capabilities, setting up secure tunnels for remote employees to access the corporate network.

• Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Integration: We integrate MFA with the VPN, adding an extra layer of security to ensure only authorized users can connect, even if credentials are compromised.

• Granular Access Control: We implement granular firewall policies that restrict remote users' access only to the specific internal resources they need, minimizing the attack surface.

• Continuous Monitoring: Our team monitors VPN connections for unusual activity (e.g., connection attempts from suspicious locations, high data transfer volumes) that might indicate a breach.

• Outcome: The consulting firm's remote workforce enjoys secure, reliable access to essential resources, simplifying IT management of remote connections and significantly enhancing the overall security of their distributed operations.

 

3. Segmenting Networks for a Logistics Warehouse

 

Scenario: A large logistics warehouse has various network segments: office administration, warehouse operational technology (OT) for automated systems, and guest Wi-Fi. They need to ensure these segments are isolated to prevent a breach in one from affecting others.

Managed Firewall in Action:

• Network Segmentation Design: We work with the logistics company to design and implement robust network segmentation using the managed firewall. Separate zones are created for each network type.

• Strict Policy Enforcement: We configure firewall rules that strictly control traffic flow between these segments. For example, the OT network can only communicate with specific management systems, and guest Wi-Fi has no access to internal corporate resources.

• Threat Logging & Analysis: The firewall logs all inter-segment traffic and blocked attempts. Our team regularly reviews these logs to identify and investigate any unauthorized communication attempts.

• Vulnerability Management: We ensure the firewall itself is continuously updated and patched against the latest vulnerabilities, acting as the primary enforcement point for network security.

• Outcome: The logistics warehouse gains significantly improved security by preventing lateral movement of threats across different network segments. A breach in the guest Wi-Fi, for instance, cannot directly impact the critical operational technology, ensuring business continuity and data integrity.