Optus and Cisco have partnered to enhance network security and data protection for Optus’ business and commercial customers, especially those in hybrid work environments. With a growing number of Australians working remotely, organizations are increasingly relying on public networks and on-demand SaaS services, introducing vulnerabilities that require advanced solutions.
The partnership will focus on expanding Optus’ Integrated Network Operations Centre and Security Operations Centre to create secure networks and simplify managed services. The enhanced systems will provide better observability and visibility into security incidents, making it easier to identify and address issues quickly.
The network security platform offers services such as Cisco-Powered Secure Firewall and Managed Secure Service Edge, with additional capabilities like Vulnerability Management and Threat Hunting to be introduced later. Integration with Cisco Meraki and ThousandEyes will further enhance network security for customers, ensuring always-on security monitoring and protection for data and systems.
Collaborating with Cisco’s Talos Intelligence Group, Optus will provide Cyber Incident Response services to enterprise and commercial customers. The partnership aims to continually enhance security offerings to adapt to evolving cyber threats and provide reliable and scalable network services to customers.
Optus’ Vice President, Danny Price, emphasized the importance of delivering a secure and reliable network to support customers’ high traffic needs. Cisco’s Rodney Hamill highlighted the partnership’s success in simplifying the complexity of securing hybrid work environments and addressing critical cybersecurity challenges.
The partnership between Optus and Cisco aims to deliver innovative solutions to address complex security challenges facing Australian businesses. By leveraging the power of the network, the collaboration seeks to provide scalable, reliable, and repeatable secure network services to protect organizations in hybrid work environments.
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