Macquarie Telecom announces integration with Netskope

Macquarie Telecom has partnered with US-based Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solutions provider Netskope to strengthen network, cloud and data security for Australian enterprise customers.

The companies have arranged to integrate Netskope’s Security Service Edge (SSE) platform with Macquarie Telecom’s software-defined wide area network offering with the goal of simplifying the way joint customers secure their use of data, cloud and AI applications.

Netskope’s platform consolidates web, data, cloud and AI security capabilities. The company has also secured Information Security Registered Assessors’ Program (IRAP) certification at the Protected classification level, which allows its use by Australian Government and critical industry customers.

Macquarie Telecom group executive Luke Clifton said the combined offering will help Australian companies meet the compliance criteria of the Security of Critical Infrastructure legislation and the Australian Signals Directorate’s Essential Eight cybersecurity framework.

“Organisations big and small are under immense pressure to strengthen their cyber defences while keeping operations simple and manageable,” he said. “By joining forces with Netskope, we’re giving customers a smarter, more resilient network backed by integrated, enterprise-grade security.

“Too often, securing users, environments and networks comes at the cost of user experience. Netskope stands out by striking the right balance between delivering uncompromising security while ensuring performance and customer experience are prioritised. Together, we’re not only delivering best-in-class protection, but also the ability to maintain the excellent user experiences we’re known for.”

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