In order to protect their remote workers who access applications and data via hybrid work environments, companies need a solution. This can be done using a secure service edge. SSE is an architecture built for the cloud that combines security and networking in one platform. The unified policy allows for continuous security coverage of cloud, SaaS applications and private apps. Access Control In an era where more employees are accessing content, data, applications and resources on the web or via mobile devices, having a secure service-edge (SSE), comprehensive solution is vital. SSE protects users from malicious and unauthorized access. It also enables secure access for web, cloud and private applications and monitors the digital experience. SSE, a cloud platform, integrates networking functions and security, including software-defined wide-area network (SDWAN), firewalls as services, secure web portals (SWG), Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA). It provides consistent application and security enforcement for users and locations while providing centralized visibility of traffic. SSE has a zero-trust approach to access control, which is based on user identity. Users are never placed on the corporate networks. It ensures reliable and fast WAN connections, without the use of a VPN. SSE is also based on a solid defense-indepth strategy to detect and prevent malware and other security threats. Threat Protection SSE protects internet sessions from threats, so users are able to connect securely with critical business apps no matter their location. It enables hybrid work by employees, secures the cloud and private data connection, accelerates cloud-migrations, as well as simplifies the integration of M&As. The cloud platform can deliver security services to users regardless of their location or device. This reduces risks by eliminating gaps between products and removing the need for manual updating of traditional legacy appliances. Zero-trust access: SSE systems must allow the least privilege access, based upon a policy of zero trust, encompassing user role, behavior, device, content, and application. This prevents lateral movement and protects applications from being discovered, reducing the attack surface. SSE combines unified Threat Prevention capabilities with CASB & ZTNA Technologies to enforce policies on end users no matter what device or location they may be in. This reduces the risk of ransomware, insider threats and other threats when employees access sensitive data or use cloud apps that do not comply with corporate policies. Data Security Protecting information is essential for organizations that allow remote and mobile workers to access data and applications 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's centralized cloud DLP capabilities allow for sensitive data to be located, classified and protected in an integrated way. This can assist in supporting compliance policies such as Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard, or GDPR. SSE must have advanced threat protection capabilities. Examples include cloud firewalls, CASB inspections in SaaS-based apps, and adaptive accessibility control. SSE includes adaptive access controls that identify device postures and change access accordingly. Watching When working with a secure service edge, it's important to monitor internet sessions. This allows you the ability to track how your network performs, and which apps have been used. Monitoring can help to protect your business by spotting potential problems in advance and preventing them from happening. This will also allow you to improve your customer experience and cut costs. SSE platforms capable of inspecting web and data trafic on a large scale are critical. Vendors should have strong service-level agreement (SLAs), and experience evaluating inline traffic at major multinationals. A security service edge can be used to enforce policy control on internet, cloud and mobile access. This can include enforcing corporate internet and access control policies for compliance or mitigating risk through content blocking and malware isolation.