SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) Solutions
Simplified, secure cloud connectivity for today's dynamic business
The worldwide shift to remote working has meant that cloud-based applications are critical to operational success.
Today’s users demand instant, uncompromised access to applications, from any location and on any device, with the same levels of security as on-premises infrastructure. And this is where the challenge presents itself. Secure user access is typically administered through separate security and infrastructure tooling, adding management and complexity overheads.
Nasstar’s Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solution combines security and network connectivity technologies into a single cloud-delivered service, providing improved, simplified cloud access security from anywhere – ideal for a remote workforce.
Identity-driven
Granted based on the identity of users and devices, only authorised entities can access resources.
Cloud-native architecture
Infrastructure and security solutions are delivered from the cloud, providing scalability and flexibility.
Globally distributed
Users are secured no matter where they work, providing consistent security policies across all locations.
Integrated SD-WAN
Combining SD-WAN capabilities to optimise and secure traffic across the network.
Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)
Access is granted on a need-to-know basis with a Zero Trust model where trust is never implicit.
Firewall as a Service (FWaaS)
Moves firewall protection to the cloud, enabling consistent security policies across all locations.
Secure Web Gateway (SWG)
Filters unauthorised traffic and protects against web-based threats.
Centralised management
A single interface for managing security policies and network operations, simplifying administration.
Dynamic traffic management
Optimises traffic flow and ensures high performance for critical applications.
Intelligent Connected Cloud (ICC)
Nasstar’s Intelligent Connected Cloud (ICC) connectivity fabric offering is shaped by the convergence of networking and security into a unified, cloud native framework. The ICC connectivity fabric optimises the user experience with high-speed connectivity, guaranteed availability, and an identity driven security architecture. With ICC, you can embrace cloud adoption and migration more effectively and securely, allowing users to access applications regardless of location, and provide a highly productive user experience.
Leigh Walgate
Managing Director of Connectivity at Nasstar
"Connectivity, security and identity are no longer separate topics when designing and operating modern communications infrastructure. Identity based conditional access to applications is now a baseline requirement, which is why we have designed the ICC connectivity fabric to integrate seamlessly with single-vendor or multi-vendor SASE architectures. “By deploying SASE, users can safely and efficiently access critical applications, with the ability for organisations to also scale threat protection, prevent cyber threats, and apply security controls quickly and easily."
Related Services/Solutions
SASE offers greater control and visibility over the users, traffic, and data in a corporate network, helping IT teams strengthen systems and react quickly to cyber threats. Networks built with SASE are also flexible and scalable, seamlessly connecting globally distributed employees and offices across any location, via any device.
SASE is a key enabler for ensuring consistent and reliable use of the tools and solutions you use daily.
Our expertise
Nasstar has over 20 years of experience in designing highly secure and scalable solutions to address the challenges of connecting users and devices to applications and data.
Our Intelligent Connected Cloud (ICC) connectivity fabric is built on identity based conditional access principles, which aligns with the SASE vision. Nasstar can design, build and manage single vendor or multi-vendor SASE solutions in response to your specific requirements, budget and timeline.
We have a longstanding and trusted partnerships with leading SASE providers, such as Zscaler, Palo Alto Networks, Cisco and Microsoft, and can leverage their best-in-class technologies and services to better support your needs. Our team of certified and experienced experts can also provide end-to-end support, from planning and deployment to monitoring and optimisation.
Why choose Nasstar?
By partnering with Nasstar, you have access to a wealth of experience and expertise in the SASE space. We ensure consistent security wherever your workforce is, with a single cloud-delivered service. Plus, our unique ICC offering means we can provide you with a comprehensive solution that enables better and more seamless management of your network and security.
We can help you to support remote working with a secure cloud access infrastructure, enabling your users to securely access their workloads wherever they are. Our simplified IT management also enables improved network performance, fostering agility and productivity while reducing operational complexities and costs.
Fully managed SASE service
Unique Intelligent Connected Cloud offering
Global service centre
24/7 support
15+ years Fortinet Partner
Dedicated team of SASE experts
FAQs
SASE, or Secure Access Service Edge, is a cloud architecture model that combines network and security-as-a-service together, before delivering them as a single cloud-based solution. It effectively moves networks security away from centralised infrastructure and into a more scalable, cloud-based security solution.
SASE works differently from traditional network models where data and apps were housed in a complex, centralised centre. With the SASE model, cloud native security technologies are combined with network tools to manage capabilities closer to end users, removing additional data transfers to data centres and origin servers.
The result of using SASE is more efficient security that doesn’t impact network performance, offering greater transfer speeds, less security vulnerabilites, and an improved user experience.
SASE solutions offer a multitude of benefits for businesses, including:
- Simplified security – By combining security tools and network capabilities, businesses have a simplified, easy-to-manage security framework.
- Improved security management – With a comprehensive interface, rolling out new features, testing improvements, and launching APIs become much more straightforward.
- Enhanced user experience – SASE tools afford users with high-quality, secure IT environments that automatically monitor and mitigate threats without impacting system or application performance.
- Risk mitigation – Threats can be more easily mitigated with the Zero Trust Network Architecture and secured traffic transfers included in the SASE framework.
SASE solutions secure cloud access by verifying user identities with multi-factor authentication and implementing Zero Trust principles, ensuring continuous authentication and authorisation. They provide secure connectivity through nearby points of presence, apply consistent firewall policies via cloud-based firewalls, and protect against web threats with secure web gateways.
Additionally, Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASBs) offer visibility and control over cloud data, while centralised management simplifies policy enforcement across all access points.
SASE solutions can benefit a wide range of businesses, particularly those undergoing digital transformation or prioritising security and easy network access. Organisations with remote or hybrid work models, those using Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policies, and businesses relying on third-party cloud applications can significantly enhance their security and connectivity with SASE.
In addition, companies looking to consolidate their network and security tools into a single, cloud-delivered service will find SASE particularly advantageous.
When choosing a SASE service partner, there are several factors to consider, including:
- Network infrastructure and performance: Ensure the partner offers a robust and scalable network infrastructure that can handle your organisation's needs.
- Security features and protocols: Look for comprehensive security features, including Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), Secure Web Gateway (SWG), and Firewall as a Service (FWaaS).
- Integration capabilities: The ability to seamlessly integrate with your existing systems and applications is crucial for smooth operations.
- Scalability and flexibility: Choose a partner that can scale services up or down based on your changing needs.
- Customer support and SLAs: Evaluate the quality of customer support and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to ensure reliable assistance.
Enhancing security and networking capabilities are cornerstones of all digital transformation strategies today, and SASE is a key enabler for this. By leveraging SASE, you can achieve your digital transformation goals through increased scalability opportunities, optimised performance for users and apps, and secure, cloud-based connectivity for IoT devices.
By consolidating networking and security solutions, SASE simplifies management and ultimately reduces costs for your business. This can lead to more streamlined operations and improved efficiency across your workforce. Additionally, SASE offers an enhancement to the overall protection of sensitive data and critical resources, enabling you to mitigate threats more easily.
SASE solutions can be customised to meet specific business needs. At Nasstar, we work closely with organisations to understand their unique requirements and challenges, allowing us to tailor the SASE implementation accordingly. Customisation can include adjusting performance thresholds, integrating with existing systems, and scaling services to match the organisation's growth and changing needs.
