Network and Infrastructure Services System Security / Firewall

The modern IT environment is changing rapidly and without precedent. When it comes to network security, solutions from yesterday are no longer effective and businesses are frantically searching for new alternatives for safeguarding data and critical systems against threats. In some ways, IT is experiencing a technological standoff- a battle between security and stability making finding the perfect solution challenging….but not impossible.

The Value of IT Perimeter Security

The well-defined perimeter of the past has eroded. In its place, we have a dynamic, ever-changing barrier that is defined by mobile devices and wireless internet capabilities. The landscape is open and user-friendly, but highly susceptible to attack. Not only are systems and applications interdependent and connected, but the entire network is dynamic, making traditional perimeter tools obsolete.

In light of these changes, it’s even more important to guard business critical systems and data from any attack- inside or outside the enterprise. Let the experts at Marvin Huffaker help you develop a proactive strategy for protecting your perimeter against malicious activities. Reliable, effective, trustworthy and simply the best way to ensure your business continues to operate safely, securely and without interruption.

Firewall Protection

Nothing is as important as an efficient firewall for blocking unwanted traffic and eliminating data theft, infection or other threats. As your first line of defense, an effective firewall is paramount to your security plan and traditionally the most important IT perimeter security device.

Intrusion Detection and Prevention

When you need to stop actions that attempt to compromise confidentiality, integrity or availability of your data or systems, you need an effective intrusion detection and prevention solution. Quickly identifying unauthorized behavior and stopping it in its tracks is essential for keeping your network functioning at optimal levels and your business productive.

Sophos Unified Threat Management

Our security experts strongly recommend Sophos Unitifed Threat management for an all in one solution that combines the best of technology with comprehensive protection and ease of use. We use it ourselves and find it to be extremely stable, reliable, and secure. Having partnered with Sophos (Formerly Astaro) for over seven years, we are proud to offer a product that is not only cost effective, but exceeds the expectations of our clients’ as well as those of our own team.

With a deny-by-default tool and time saving features, firewall protection from Astaro is user-friendly and super effective.  Plus, Astaro’s Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) gives your network even more protection by reviewing the incoming traffic that’s already approved. Serving as a complementary addition to a firewall, this second layer of protection prevents back door programs and other exploits from causing damage. And with multiple devices available, redundancy and failover is never an issue.

Sophos Unified Threat managment  can be installed as a hardware, software, or virtual appliance. All platforms include the complete feature set including configurable Firewall, Intrusion Protection, Denial of Service and more.  If you decide your business is ready to move forward with Sophos, our certified network security engineers are ready to design, install and configure this product easily and with the least inconvenience to you.

 Your Trusted Source for Security Solutions

Perimeter protection is a unique challenge for businesses of all sizes. Remember, there is no single fix for securing your network and an effective defense requires a combination of solutions comprised of multiple layers. The team at Marvin Huffaker can work with you individually to create a customized perimeter security solution that suits both your security needs and your budget. From set up to support, we can help you design a solution to get your business the protection it needs to stay competitive, efficient and effective.

Whether you are considering Sophos Unified Threat Management as your security solution, or would like to design something unique, our highly skilled and knowledgeable staff can help. Consider discussing your options with one of our technicians and develop a strategy for blocking threats before they enter your network. Protect your perimeter with solutions that work and spend more time growing your business and less time worrying about it. Confidentiality. Integrity. Availability…Critical perimeter security solutions made easy with the trusted experts at Marvin Huffaker Consulting.