Managed Firewall
Managed firewall services that guard your network’s front door
A firewall is only as good as its configuration and its latest update. We supply, configure, monitor and maintain business-grade next-generation firewalls, so your network stays protected without you lifting a finger.
- Intrusion detection and prevention
- Web filtering and malicious site blocking
- Secure VPN for remote staff and branches
- Firmware and security updates managed for you
- Single-site and multi-location setups
Next-generation protection
Much more than a box in the server closet
Today’s firewalls inspect traffic in depth, block known threats and give you control over what’s allowed in and out of your network.
Intrusion prevention
Known attack patterns and exploit attempts are recognized and blocked before they reach your systems.
Web filtering
Malicious, phishing and inappropriate websites are blocked for everyone on your network.
Secure remote access
Encrypted VPN connections let remote staff and branch offices reach internal systems safely.
Application control
Decide which apps and services can use your network, and stop risky ones from running.
Segmentation
Separate zones for staff, guests, phones and cameras keep a problem in one area from spreading.
Logging & alerts
Security events are recorded and monitored so suspicious activity gets attention quickly.
Set it and forget it?
Why an unmanaged firewall becomes a liability
Many businesses install a firewall once and never look at it again. Over time, firmware falls out of date, old rules stay open long after they’re needed and default passwords never get changed. Attackers actively scan for exactly these weaknesses.
With managed firewall services, our team keeps your firewall patched, reviews its rules, watches its alerts and backs up its configuration. If something changes in your business, such as a new app, a new office or a new remote worker, we adjust it properly.
- Firmware and threat signatures kept current
- Firewall rules documented and reviewed regularly
- Admin access protected with strong credentials and MFA
- Configuration backed up for fast replacement
- Firmware versionCurrent
- Administrator accessMFA on
- Unused open portsClosed
- Threat signaturesUpdated
- Configuration backupSaved
Included with managed firewall
Everything you need to keep your network perimeter strong, handled by one local team.
- Needs assessment and right-sized equipment
- Professional installation and configuration
- Documented, reviewed firewall rules
- Firmware and security signature updates
- Around-the-clock health and security monitoring
- Automatic configuration backups
- VPN setup for remote employees and branches
- Change requests handled through our helpdesk
Is your firewall actually protecting you?
We’ll review your current firewall’s configuration and update status as part of a free IT assessment.
Frequently asked questions
What is a next-generation firewall?
A next-generation firewall goes beyond simply allowing or blocking traffic by port. It inspects traffic in depth, recognizes applications, prevents intrusions, filters malicious websites and integrates with other security tools for a much stronger defence.
Can you manage the firewall we already own?
If it’s a business-grade model that still receives security updates, often yes. We’ll assess it, clean up its configuration and bring it under management. If it’s outdated or unsupported, we’ll explain why replacing it makes sense.
Do we need a firewall if most of our work is in the cloud?
Yes. Your office network still connects computers, printers, phones and cameras that attackers can target. A firewall protects those devices and filters web threats, while cloud services are secured with their own controls.
Will a firewall slow down our internet?
Not when it’s sized correctly. We choose a model with enough capacity for your internet speed and security features, so protection doesn’t come at the cost of performance.
How do remote employees connect securely?
We set up encrypted VPN access, protected with multi-factor authentication, so remote staff can reach only the systems they need. For many businesses, cloud-based access is even simpler. See remote work and file access.
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