A Dramatic Shift in Network Security with Zero Trust Edge Strategy

Most organizations are deep into a phase of major growth and evolution that’s called “digital acceleration.” It is defined by initiatives that include ubiquitous connectivity, migration to the cloud, and investment in next-generation networking technologies. The goal of digital acceleration for organizations is to adapt and thrive—despite the global pandemic and the nonstop introduction of new cyber threats.

Digital acceleration has led to a rapid expansion of attack surfaces and creation of new network edges, including LAN, WAN, 5G, and multi-cloud. Many organizations struggle to deliver high-performance, end-to-end security with zero implicit trust. This is causing a growing demand for security-driven networking solutions with a strategy called “Zero Trust Edge.”

This concept calls for seamlessly scaling across any edge and enabling consistent security and superior user experience for accessing applications in the cloud, data center, and SaaS platforms.

A zero trust edge architecture provides explicit access and consistent, continuous verification for all users, whether on premises, working from a remote office, or even while traveling. It is a dramatic shift in network security—from verification once at the perimeter to continual verification of each user, device, application, and transaction.