Airtel Business, the B2B arm of Bharti Airtel, has introduced 'Airtel Secure Internet', a new internet security solution aimed at protecting businesses from escalating cyber threats. Developed in collaboration with cybersecurity solutions provider Fortinet, the service is designed to enhance the security of Internet Lease Line (ILL) circuits by integrating Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) technology.
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Airtel Secure Internet Solution
The fully managed solution combines Airtel's internet connectivity with Fortinet's Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platform and is backed by Airtel's Security Operations Centre (SOC). It offers 24x7 real-time threat detection and response, helping businesses mitigate risks while reducing the need for heavy capital expenditure on security infrastructure. Airtel's SOC utilises orchestration tools with AI and ML algorithms to automate threat mitigation, providing proactive defence, the company said.
Airtel Business said, "Cybersecurity is becoming increasingly complex and many organisations lack the resources to manage it effectively. We have been pioneers in offering inclusive Cyber Secured ILL in the Indian market. With the launch of yet another innovative security solution — 'Airtel Secure Internet'— we offer a comprehensive, future-proof solution that strengthens enterprises' security without the burden of high capex."
"Our collaboration with Airtel Business to offer 'Secure Internet' provides a cost-effective solution, delivering 24x7 security event monitoring and detection to identify and respond to potential threats in real-time. By leveraging SOC-as-a-Service model, organisations can reduce their total cost of ownership, bridge the cybersecurity skills gap and gain greater visibility into their complex environments ensuring comprehensive protection in today’s digital landscape," Fortinet added.
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Targeting Small and Medium Enterprises
Airtel Secure Internet offers continuous monitoring, and a scalable model, ensuring that businesses can upgrade their security as needed. The solution targets small and medium enterprises (SMEs), addressing challenges such as limited expertise and fragmented security systems, while providing robust protection through an integrated platform.
"With Airtel Secure Internet, businesses benefit from Airtel's pan-India connectivity to link all their locations — headquarters, regional offices, data centres and remote sites. Bundling Fortinet's Next Generation Firewall ensures holistic security, while Airtel's intelligent Security Operations Centre iSOC manages the entire setup with its certified and trained resources, delivering continuous protection and peace of mind," the official release said.
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Firewall Security
"The fully managed service also integrates next-generation firewall (NGFW) with enterprise grade threat protection, which offers comprehensive protection through firewalls, intrusion detection, antivirus and content filtering, all from a single platform," Airtel Business added.
