NETWORK SECURITY MONTH: Securing East–West traffic in an era of cloud sprawl and microservices
As organisations attending the Cyber Secure Forum embrace cloud computing, containerisation and microservices architectures, the shape of the enterprise network has fundamentally changed. Traffic that once flowed clearly north–south (in and out of the perimeter) is now overwhelmingly east–west, moving laterally between workloads, services and applications inside the environment. While this shift has delivered agility […]
NETWORK SECURITY MONTH: Supply Chain in the Network – Securing APIs, third-party integrations and edge devices in a hyper-connected enterprise
As organisations accelerate digital transformation, the modern enterprise network has expanded far beyond firewalls, data centres and office LANs. Today’s infrastructure includes thousands of APIs, SaaS integrations, IoT sensors, OT systems, remote endpoints and vendor-managed services, each representing a potential entry point for attackers. In short, network security is no longer just about protecting your […]
NETWORK SECURITY MONTH: Assessing organisational needs to mitigate risks using the best partners
Robust network security is critical for protecting organisational data, ensuring compliance, and safeguarding operational continuity. For IT professionals in the UK’s private and public sectors, sourcing the right network security partners and solutions is vital to mitigating risks and staying ahead of evolving cyber threats. Here’s how to approach this complex but essential task, based […]
NETWORK SECURITY MONTH: Analysing strategies, technologies and future trends
Senior cybersecurity professionals are adopting new techniques and technologies to safeguard sensitive data and critical infrastructure while balancing costs and operational demands. Here’s a look at the most impactful developments, including strategies, technologies, and future trends as we head into 2025… 1. Zero Trust Architecture The adoption of Zero Trust security models has accelerated, becoming a cornerstone […]
NETWORK SECURITY MONTH: A decade of evolution to combat networking threats
In an era marked by sophisticated cyber threats, corporate cybersecurity professionals have had to evolve their strategies and technologies to protect organisational assets effectively. Here we delve into the key developments that have shaped IT network security management for cybersecurity professionals over the last decade, informed be attendees at the Security IT Summit… 1. From […]
NETWORK SECURITY MONTH: A CISO’s guide to choosing the best solutions and partners
In an era where cyber threats are increasingly sophisticated, the role of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) in sourcing and selecting network security solutions is more crucial than ever. For those operating in the UK, this task involves navigating a complex landscape of emerging technologies and evolving threats. Here are essential tips for CISOs to […]