In order to protect their remote workers who access applications and data via hybrid work environments, companies need a solution. It can be achieved by using a secure edge service. SSE is an architecture built for the cloud that combines security and networking in one platform. It provides continuous security across SaaS, cloud and private applications using a unified policy framework. Access Control A comprehensive solution for secure service edges (SSEs) is necessary as employees and partners are increasingly using the internet and mobile devices to access data, content, applications and other resources. SSE protects against unauthorized or malicious access and allows users to access web, cloud, private, and other applications securely. SSE is an integrated cloud-based platform for networking and security. This includes SD-WAN (software-defined wide area networks), firewalls-as-a-service, secure Web Gateways (SWG), the Cloud Access Security Broker, and Zero Trust Network access (ZTNA). It offers consistent application and security enforcement across locations and users while delivering centralized visibility into traffic. SSE is also equipped with a zero-trust access control system based on identity. This means that users are never put on the network. This allows for fast and reliable WAN connectivity without the need of a virtual private network (VPN). SSE also includes a defense-in depth strategy that is effective in detecting and preventing threats such as malware. Threat Protection SSE provides threat protection to internet sessions. This ensures that users can connect securely and safely to critical business applications, no matter where they may be located. This allows hybrid working for employees. It secures cloud connectivity and private data, speeds up cloud migrations, and simplifies integration in M&As. Security services are delivered through a cloud platform which can track user-to application connections, irrespective of location or devices. This reduces the risk of a breach by removing gaps between point solutions and eliminating the need for manually updating traditional legacy appliances. Zero trust: SSE Systems should provide least-privileged access in accordance with a zero-trust policy. This includes user role and behavior as well as device, application, or content. This protects against lateral movement while preventing applications from being found, reducing attack surfaces. SSE enforces policies: SSE combines unified threats prevention capabilities with CASB/ZTNA technologies in order to enforce corporate policy on all end-users, no matter where they are located within the network or which devices they use. This can reduce the risk of malware, ransomware, and other threats if employees are using cloud applications or sensitive data that is not compliant with company policies. Data Security Organizations need to safeguard information as remote and mobile users access applications and data via the internet. Secure service edge delivers security by unifying web gateway (SWG), cloud access security broker (CASB), and zero trust network access (ZTNA) technologies. SSE also offers centralized cloud data loss protection (DLP) capabilities, enabling sensitive data to be easily found, classified, and secured in a unified way. This can help support compliance policies, such as Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) and GDPR. SSE solutions should also include advanced threat prevention features, including cloud firewalls as a service, CASB inspections of data within SaaS apps and adaptive access controls. SSE's adaptive access control identifies the device posture, and adapts access to it as needed. Watching Monitoring internet sessions is important when using a secure service. This allows you to see how your network is performing and what apps are being used. Monitors can alert you to potential problems, allowing you to prevent them before they even occur. This can also help you improve your user experience and reduce costs. SSE platforms with the ability to inspect data and web traffic on a worldwide scale are vital. Choose a vendor with strong service agreements (SLAs) that has evaluated inline traffic on behalf of large multinationals. One of the most common uses for a Security Service Edge is to enforce control policies on mobile, cloud and internet access. It can be used to enforce corporate internet policies and access controls for compliance, or mitigate risk by blocking content and isolating malware.