Every business has a firewall as the first line of defense between their IT infrastructure and the continuous threats of the outside world. As a business grows the importance of maintaining a secure firewall configuration rapidly increases. The extra layer of complexity demands additional time from existing resources who are already focused on other important networking tasks, this increases the workload of the IT team and the risk of a serious network attack. The need for additional technical resources with direct experience in network security, or simply the desire for increased efficiency of existing resources are the primary reasons for obtaining a managed firewall service.

Managed Firewall Service – Clone Guard^® CG-MFW^®

To properly secure any network an in-depth understanding of firewall infrastructure is a must. A managed firewall that's developed, maintained and supported by Clone Systems^® off-loads the complexities of firewall operation while providing essential security 24x7x365. Our Certified Security Engineers have the necessary skills to create a solid security package that will best suit your business requirements. Our knowledgeable team can work collaboratively with your staff, as well as with external vendors, ensuring seamless product solution delivery. Clone Systems^®’ managed firewall solutions properly secures your business by creating a secure barrier to the outside network.

Clone Systems^® has been successfully managing market leading firewalls, such as Checkpoint, Cisco, Juniper, and Watchguard for over 10 years. UTM appliances from Astaro are also part of our managed firewall product suite. Our team of security professionals possess certifications from all leading vendors and have in depth experience managing firewalls in highly complex environments. This enables your business to utilize best of breed technology, while leveraging Clone Systems^®' professionals as a natural extension of your network security team.

Firewall Log Monitoring

As a managed firewall customer, Clone Systems^® will monitor your firewall logs 24x7x365. Our NOSC is staffed with a team of certified professionals who utilize advanced log correlation infrastructure to analyze your firewall logs and notify you of any suspicious activity. Firewall log reports are available on-demand for review and download via our web based Security Information Portal (SIP)

CG-MFW^® Solution Features

• Access firewall reports via our SIP Web based portal
• Support for all industry leading firewall manufacturers including Checkpoint, Cisco, Juniper, Watchguard, Astaro
• 24x7x365 firewall security event monitoring
• Unlimited firewall rule changes with consultation
• Scheduled upgrades, including critical patches
• High Availability support
• Initial rule review and consultation
• Co-managed options available
• Security Information Portal (SIP) access, online support tickets, availability reports
• Track and log access to critical resources (accountability)
• Antivirus and URL filtering services can be integrated
• VPN integration enables remote access for remote offices & mobile users
• Meet regulatory control requirements by ensuring a properly configured firewall exists in your environment (PCI-DSS, Sarbanes-Oxley, Gramm-Leach-Bliley, HIPAA, FISMA)