Managed Cloud Firewall

Most managed security service providers (MSSP), like ACE, provide a managed firewall service. It is a solution where cloud-based firewall operation, monitoring, and maintenance are outsourced to a third-party service provider. The provider monitors the network and provides reports, analysis, and troubleshoots when required.

A firewall provides network security by monitoring incoming and outgoing traffic, and permits or blocks data access based on a set of predetermined security rules. It acts as a barrier between the safe internal network and untrusted external networks such as the internet.

The cost of firewall depends greatly on the cost of hardware, which can range from anywhere between $700 – $4000. With a managed cloud firewall, this cost is eliminated as the service is cloud-based and hosted by the provider.

A dedicated firewall is dedicated for a single customer, and runs on a physical infrastructure. It is advisable for large, complex, and demanding environments which see huge traffic constantly. A virtual firewall is suggested for smaller operations, as they are more cost-effective. If you work with Virtual Machines (VM), a virtual firewall will protect the virtualized environment. They are portable, easily scalable, and simple to maintain and operate.