Better for Users
Deliver a universal experience that seamlessly and securely connects any user to any app over any port or protocol. Fewer prompts, no VPN friction, consistent performance.
Converged Security Service Edge Built for Zero Trust
Hybrid workers need secure, seamless access to applications in the cloud, on-premises, or hosted by third parties. Cisco Secure Access brings every essential security service into one cloud-native platform — one client, one console, one policy engine — so IT can simplify operations while users get a fast, consistent experience from anywhere.
- Single client, single console, single policy engine across all SSE services
- Connects any user or IoT device to any app on any port or protocol
- Eliminates point-product sprawl and management overhead
- FedRAMP authorized for federal, state, and local government agencies
Modern Cybersecurity for Ease of Use and Reduced Risk
Cisco Secure Access is designed to benefit every stakeholder — end users, IT teams, and the business.
Easier for IT
Simplify deployment and operations with a single console, unified client, and centralized policy management. Reduce the time spent managing disconnected point products.
Safer for Everyone
Mitigate risk with advanced security to maintain business continuity and avoid the repercussions of a security breach. Least-privilege access enforced at every connection.
Latest Innovations in Cisco Secure Access
New capabilities that strengthen zero trust enforcement, AI security, and policy verification.
Enforce ZTNA Policies in Cloud or On-Premises
Multiple options for ZTNA traffic routing and policy enforcement provide optimal performance, least privilege security, and high resilience with one simple user experience.
Secure Use of Generative AI
Enable employees to safely use generative AI applications and model repositories, generating the AI productivity lift while mitigating risk from shadow AI.
Verify Security Policies
Proactively and reactively assess the impact of policy changes, helping to reduce configuration errors, minimize service outages, and maintain seamless user access.
Emerging Threat Defense
Agentic AI Inspection and Threat Detection
AI agents introduce a new form of machine-to-machine traffic that encodes instructions, workflows, and intent — not just data. Cisco Secure Access will evolve to understand the context and intent of agent actions, enabling threat detection and prevention of malicious workflows in real time.
- Identifies and inspects agentic AI traffic flows
- Detects malicious intent encoded in agent workflows
- Prevents unauthorized machine-to-machine actions in real time
An Extended Set of SSE Capabilities
Six integrated security services — delivered as one cloud-native platform with a unified client and single management console.
Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)
Enable secure remote access to all private apps. ZTNA leverages least-privilege principles, contextual insights, and client or clientless-based methods to deny access by default and allow access only when granted. Cloud or on-premises enforcement via Hybrid Private Access.
Secure Web Gateway (SWG)
Protect SaaS and internet access. Safeguard users while combating shadow IT and exposing shadow AI flowing from skyrocketing generative AI use. Full-proxy inspection with URL filtering, malware scanning, and SSL/TLS decryption.
Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB)
Gain granular visibility and control to prevent unauthorized app usage and reduce exposure. Inline and API-based CASB discovers shadow IT, enforces DLP policies, and controls SaaS access for sanctioned and unsanctioned cloud applications.
Identity-Based Threat Defense
Defend against identity-based security threats. Strengthen authentication, detect anomalies, and stop identity-driven attacks. Secure Access, augmented by Duo and identity intelligence, infuses rich identity context into layered security defenses.
Digital Experience Monitoring (DEM)
Monitor digital experience for rapid issue resolution. Experience Insights, powered by ThousandEyes, delivers end-to-end digital experience monitoring for users and apps. Quickly identify and resolve issues with deep visibility into network, application, and user performance.
DNS Security
Block threats at the DNS layer before connections are established. Stops malicious domains, phishing, ransomware callbacks, and command-and-control traffic at the earliest point in the attack chain — before any payload is delivered.
Unified Management
Simplified Security at Scale
Cisco Secure Access delivers seamless, secure connectivity for all users and devices from a single management console. Modernize your security stack and replace legacy VPN with identity-aware, zero-trust enforcement that does not compromise user experience.
- Centralized policy management across all security services
- Unified client for end-user simplicity with no VPN friction
- Real-time digital experience monitoring via ThousandEyes
- VPN as a Service (VPNaaS) extends coverage to non-ZTNA-enabled apps
Government Ready
FedRAMP Authorized for Public Sector Agencies
Cisco Secure Access achieves FedRAMP authorization, enabling Secure Internet Access, VPNaaS, and ZTNA to private applications with a unified and integrated Secure Service Edge (SSE) platform that meets U.S. government compliance requirements. Government packages are available for federal, state, and local agencies.
Contact Sales for Government PricingIndustry Recognition
AAA Rating from SE Labs in the First Zero Trust Access Test
Cisco earned an AAA rating from SE Labs in the first-ever Zero Trust Access test — demonstrating industry-leading effectiveness at detecting and blocking identity-based attacks. This independent evaluation confirms that Cisco Secure Access delivers on its zero trust promise under real-world attack conditions.
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Flexible Packages for Every Organization
Start with DNS security and evolve to full SSE at your own pace. All packages share one management console and one client.
DNS Defense
DNS-layer security as your entry point to SSE. An ideal starting point for organizations interested in DNS protection alone or as a step toward full SSE. Available in Essentials and Advantage tiers.
View packagesSecure Internet Access (SIA)
SWG, CASB, DLP, FWaaS, and DNS security for protecting internet and cloud access. AI-powered controls secure generative AI usage with Experience Insights built in.
View SIG packagesSecure Private Access (SPA)
ZTNA and VPNaaS for securing access to private applications from any user or device. Cloud or on-premises policy enforcement via Hybrid Private Access.
Explore Secure Private AccessFull SSE
All capabilities in one subscription: ZTNA, SWG, CASB, DLP, FWaaS, RBI, DNS, DEM, identity threat defense, and more. Government (FedRAMP) packages available.
Get a quoteGovernment (FedRAMP) packages available for federal, state, and local agencies.
Extended Security and Visibility Capabilities
Cisco Secure Access includes advanced capabilities that go beyond traditional SSE platforms.
Experience Insights (DEM)
Powered by ThousandEyes. Monitor endpoint, app, and network performance with AI-driven insights to identify and resolve issues before users are impacted.
Remote Browser Isolation (RBI)
Isolate risky web content in a remote browser, transparent to the end user. Prevents drive-by downloads and web-based exploits without disrupting productivity.
Cisco Identity Intelligence
Dynamic access decisions based on live identity data, device context, and behavioral analytics. Detects anomalies and stops identity-driven attacks before they impact your environment.
Your Path to Zero Trust SSE
Resources to help you plan, evaluate, and deploy Cisco Secure Access at your own pace.
Start Your SSE Journey with DNS Security
Begin with Secure Access — DNS Defense, an ideal solution for organizations interested in DNS-layer security alone or as a stepping stone toward a full SSE architecture.
Zero Trust Access Workshop
Join an exclusive 4-hour workshop on Zero Trust Access. Test out the identity-aware SSE solution grounded in zero-trust security for all users, all things, everywhere.
Zero Trust for Everyone, Everywhere
Unleash the power of network and security convergence for zero trust that goes wherever business takes you. Designed for distributed workforces and modern cloud-first organizations.
Trusted by Organizations Worldwide
See how leading organizations secure their hybrid workforces with Cisco Secure Access.
Arup Empowers Its Cloud-First Workforce
Arup secures a distributed global workforce with Secure Access and Zero Trust, replacing legacy VPN with identity-aware, zero-trust access.
Connecting and Protecting Peco Foods
Peco Foods delivers a fast, consistent user experience with Cisco Secure Access. Users connect to the same resources every time with just an internet connection.
Nova Post Embraces Zero Trust
Nova Post adopts a universal approach to zero trust with Cisco Secure Access, modernizing security for a large distributed workforce across Ukraine and beyond.
LTIMindtree Secures Remote Work at Scale
LTIMindtree secures remote work at scale with Cisco Secure Access, delivering secure, seamless connectivity for a globally distributed technology workforce.
TKC Corporation: Legacy VPN to Cloud-First Security
TKC replaces legacy VPN infrastructure with Cisco Secure Access, gaining granular zero-trust access control with simplified operations.
Innovation Federal Credit Union Connects Hybrid Workforce
Innovation FCU enables hybrid work with secure, seamless connectivity for on-site and remote employees using Cisco Secure Access.
Softway Italy Secures Its Global Workforce
Softway Italy adopts Cisco Secure Access to protect users and data across a globally distributed workforce with a consistent, simplified security experience.
Swire Coca-Cola Secures a Distributed Workforce
Swire Coca-Cola deploys Cisco Secure Access to protect a large, geographically distributed workforce while maintaining a fast, frictionless user experience.
Deploy Cisco Secure Access with Expert Guidance
Our Cisco-certified team helps you evaluate, license, and deploy Secure Access. Whether you are migrating from legacy VPN, upgrading from Cisco Umbrella, or building a new SSE strategy from scratch — we have you covered.
- SSE package comparison and right-sizing for your organization
- Migration planning from Umbrella or legacy VPN
- SD-WAN and ISE integration planning
- Response from a certified Cisco specialist within one business day