Beyond VPNs: The Power of Zero Trust Network Access

May 13, 2024

At Centric Technology Services, we recognize the importance of secure access to corporate networks, especially for remote and hybrid workforces. However, remote access exposes organizations to security vulnerabilities, leaving their sensitive data at risk. Our team of security experts offers managed IT services, including Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), to protect your data and systems. ZTNA surpasses traditional VPNs, enforcing a rigorous “never trust, always verify” security framework. 

Embracing Zero Trust Network Access in Today’s Modern Workplace

With the increasing shift to remote or hybrid work models and the sophistication of cyberattacks, VPNs may not always keep businesses safe from risks of security breaches. Unlike traditional security models that operate on the “trust but verify” philosophy, ZTNA is based on a “never trust, always verify” stance, treating all users with the same level of scrutiny and discernment. Rather than granting automatic access to networks or data, it only provides access for users to specific applications and services, minimizing the potential for data breaches or insider threats. 

Here is a look at how ZTNA can enhance your cybersecurity framework:

  • Granular Access Control: ZTNA provides precise control over who can access what within your network, ensuring each request is individually authenticated and authorized. That significantly reduces the risk of unauthorized access and lateral movement within your network. 
  • Improved Security Posture: ZTNA strengthens your security posture by implementing the principle of least privilege. Users are only granted access to the specific applications and resources they need to perform their jobs, which helps minimize potential damage if a user’s credentials are compromised. 
  • Reduced Attack Surface: Traditional VPN solutions expose your entire network to authenticated users. ZTNA, on the other hand, limits exposure by hiding your network infrastructure from unauthorized eyes, which helps minimize the attack surface or the number of potential entry points attackers can exploit. 
  • Enhanced User Experience: ZTNA facilitates secure access to needed applications and data without the hassle of VPN configurations or connectivity issues. Your users can enjoy a seamless and efficient experience regardless of their location.
  • Scalability and Flexibility: As your organization expands, so do your security needs. ZTNA’s cloud-native design allows for effortless scaling, adapting to your growing business’s requirements without extensive hardware or management overhead.

Implementing ZTNA  

Here’s a look at how our cybersecurity experts at Centric Technology Services help you implement ZTNA to increase the security of your critical assets on your corporate networks: 

  • Defining the Attack Surface: The first step is to identify and catalog all critical assets, including applications, data, and services across all environments, and determine who will need access to each resource. 
  • Implementing Controls Around Network Traffic: We help you establish context-aware access controls and enforce least-privilege access to minimize exposure and restrict movement within your network.
  • Architecting Your Zero Trust Network: We incorporate technologies such as micro-segmentation and multi-factor authentication to design your ZTNA architecture, isolating and protecting your resources while verifying user identities.
  • Creating a Zero Trust Policy: We work with you to develop dynamic and adaptive policies to continuously verify credentials and context, focusing on detailed verification of every access request based on who, what, when, where, why, and how.

The Centric Technology Services Commitment

At Centric Technology Services, we offer the latest cybersecurity solutions to secure your digital workspace. We are pleased to offer customized ZTNA solutions to meet the unique demands of your business, backed by 24/7 monitoring and support. Our security experts are prepared to help you identify vulnerabilities, implement robust ZTNA frameworks, and educate your team on security best practices. We look forward to enhancing your security posture and helping you create a more efficient remote working environment.

Secure Your Remote Connectivity Today!

Ready to take your remote access security to the next level with custom ZTNA solutions? Our security consultants at Centric Technology Services will work alongside you to evaluate your IT infrastructure and implement ZTNA to secure your network and assets at the highest level. We invite you to contact us to claim your free assessment today.  

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