du launches Unified Threat Management for businesses in UAE

Abu Dhabi, July 29, 2013 (WAM) - Upping the ante in the realm of Managed Security services, du has further enhanced its portfolio by introducing a range of customer premises-based security infrastructure, in addition to existing cloud-based security services. The new line-up of services, backed by SecurView's Casper platform, offers customers advanced threat management and mitigation services which help to protect their key information assets, systems and IT infrastructure. The announcement comes on the heels of a recent decision from du to offer a suite of next-generation Managed Security services by introducing an enhanced range of cloud-based DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) Protect security solutions. Customers can now benefit from the telecommunications Managed Services Security Operation Centre, which is hosted and managed by du. This is a one its kind facility within the UAE, and provides customers the advantage of a 24x7 outsourced Managed Security Model to protect their infrastructure. It also offers them peace of mind by ensuring that all customer specific data (logs and data) stays within the country. du's portfolio of security solutions now includes: Unified Threat Management (UTM), Email and Content Security, Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing, Managed Firewall, IDS/IPS, Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM) and Security Consulting and Professional Services. These services are delivered through the cloud as well as managed on-premise, in a pay as you use and grow model. - Emirates News Agency, WAM