Today’s networks are secured using a variety of purpose-built solutions that function independently in their own silos. Examples include firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), network behavior analysis (NBA), data loss prevention (DLP), security information and event management (SIEM), endpoint security software, and security functions built into network devices such as switches and wireless controllers. Integration_Suite.pdf

These static solutions each address part of an organization’s overall security needs, but no single solution can do all that is needed. This presents unique challenges for IT organizations in terms of managing various security systems, while trying to extract as much value as possible from these technology investments.

What is lacking in the security silos that exist in the network is a way to integrate the functions of different systems in a way that “best of breed” technologies can be brought together to provide even greater security impact. This would not only enhance security and control in the network, but also allow IT organizations to maximize the value of existing technologies.

Bradford Networks’ Integration Suite extension allows its Network Sentry family to be integrated with other security systems in the network environment and to leverage the unique capabilities of each system. Standards-based communication with other security systems allows Integration Suite to collect and share information. New information collected can be correlated with what Bradford’s Network Sentry already knows about the network, its users, and devices to enable better-informed security policy decisions.

When deployed in combination with other solutions in Bradford’s Network Sentry family, Integration Suite greatly enhances the collection and correlation of information that can be used to automate advanced security controls throughout the network.