Advanced protection at the network edge with FWaaS
Firewall as a Service (FWaaS) replaces the physical firewalls that used to secure sites, with agile, scalable, always-on security across your entire infrastructure, from branch offices to hybrid workers and HQ.
The challenge
The way we work has changed but many firewall setups haven’t.
Teams now work across offices, homes and cloud environments. Traditional on-premise firewalls weren’t designed for this level of ‘network stretch’, making it harder to apply consistent security across a distributed network.
Manual updates, limited visibility and fixed hardware all add complexity. These gaps slow down IT and leave space for attackers to get in.
Our solution
Next-gen firewalls deliver a centrally managed cloud firewall that works wherever your team may be, for threat protection and steadfast security at every edge of your network:
- Enforce network security policies consistently across locations and users.
- Detect and block advanced threats with real-time intelligence.
- Secure encrypted traffic without sacrificing performance.
- Scale protection as your business grows with no hardware needed.
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Protect everywhere
Applies consistent firewall protection across all users, sites and cloud environments from a single platform.
Simplify security
Replaces all that firewall hardware with one centrally managed, cloud-delivered solution that’s easy to scale.
Stay ahead of threats
Continuously updates policies and blocks evolving threats before they reach your network.
Support compliance
Delivers visibility, logging and policy enforcement to meet security and regulatory requirements.
Who it’s for
Multi-site operations with complex network needs.
Cloud-first businesses seeking unified security.
IT teams aiming to reduce overhead and boost agility.
Key benefits
Cloud-delivered firewalling with no physical appliance overhead.
Unified threat prevention across all users and sites.
Real-time updates from global threat intelligence feeds.
Reduced complexity and operational cost.
Enhanced support for compliance and segmentation.
Works well with
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ZTNA
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Start your journey
Uncover hidden risks and see how to strengthen your network.
Our FREE Security Audit quickly assesses the security, performance and usage of your existing network. You’ll get a clear, actionable report with expert recommendations to help you plan your next steps. Understanding your current state is the first step towards securing and modernising your network.
Our point of view
“Firewalls shouldn’t be limited by geography or hardware. FWaaS frees organisations to protect users and data wherever they are without the drag of legacy infrastructure.
Whether your users are in the office, at home, or moving between locations, FWaaS enforces the same high standards of protection, visibility and policy consistency without complexity or performance impact.”
How we deliver
Managed Services
Managing today
We take care of the platforms, infrastructure and services your business depends on so your teams can focus on growth, not firefighting. From basic coverage to enterprise-grade assurance, our Managed Services are designed to reduce risk, maintain availability and keep you moving forward.
Strategic Change
Building tomorrow
We deliver change with structure, clarity and confidence helping you reduce risk, increase value and modernise for the future. Our approach is built around real-world outcomes, not theoretical transformation.
The real FAQs for FWaaS
Do you know the firewall factors you have to consider when it moves to the cloud? Here, we unpack the practical questions our customers have asked us about FWaaS, from deployment and scalability to policy control across hybrid networks.
How is FWaaS different from a traditional firewall?
Traditional firewalls are hardware-based and typically installed at a specific site, which limits scalability and responsiveness. FWaaS, by contrast, is cloud-native and offers centralised control, dynamic scalability, and consistent protection across all locations and users.
Do I still need on-prem firewall appliances?
In most cases, no. Our FWaaS eliminates the need for physical appliances by delivering equivalent or greater functionality through the cloud, which also reduces cost and complexity.
Can FWaaS handle encrypted traffic?
Yes. Our solution supports SSL/TLS inspection with minimal performance overhead. It decrypts, inspects, and re-encrypts traffic to detect threats hidden in secure channels.
Is FWaaS suitable for compliance requirements?
Absolutely. FWaaS supports detailed logging, centralised policy management, and segmentation controls, all of which are essential for meeting compliance frameworks like GDPR, ISO 27001, and PCI-DSS.
Can I manage FWaaS policies across multiple sites?
Yes. You can define and enforce security policies centrally across all branch locations, cloud environments, and remote users. This reduces the chance of policy drift and simplifies operations.
What vendors support your FWaaS solution?
We partner with industry leaders Fortinet and Cisco to deliver robust, reliable managed firewall, services. Their threat intelligence feeds, policy engines, and inspection capabilities form the backbone of our offering.
Speak to an expert
Not sure where to start? Have a question we haven’t answered?
Our security specialists are here to help.
Talk to us today and find out how we can protect your business and simplify your operations.
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