Secure Internet Access Services

Move beyond speed and reliability, and differentiate with advanced security

Targeted threat protection for every connection

Secure Internet Access Services equip ISPs and MNOs to offer web defenses that protect all the devices subscribers use to connect online. Brandable services are effortless for consumers and businesses to use, and help providers differentiate internet access offerings. Cloud options and Akamai integration experience simplify and speed deployment.

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Differentiate access offerings with world-class security services

Deliver effective internet defenses

Enterprise-grade, always-on protections offer an exceptional user experience for either business or home.

Make security effortless

All your devices — phones, PCs, IoT — are automatically covered without software or complex configuration.

Offer attractive price points and features

Subscribers can quickly personalize services designed for ISPs and MNOs, aligned with internet access economics.

How Secure Internet Access Services work

Define

Service options support any network access, across market segments. Feature packs help drive incremental revenue.

Create

APIs and features shape user experience to maximize service reach. Custom portals convey brands and demonstrate value.

Deploy

Cloud options simplify and speed deployment. Licensed solutions support compliance needs and operational priorities.

Launch

Go-to-market packages and programs motivate marketing teams to move quickly and maximize business potential.

Small business benefits from simple, effective security

Comcast Business SecurityEdge, built with Akamai Secure Internet Access, makes it easy for small businesses to get foundational security defenses.

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Features

Brandable services are purpose-built for mainstream consumer and business markets
All types of subscriber devices are automatically protected against phishing and malware
Continuously updated threat intelligence based on unmatched global visibility deters fast-changing exploits

Web filters allow families and businesses to personalize their internet access
Self-serve portals equip subscribers to monitor and configure their service at any time
Private networking features for mobile and IoT provide security, visibility, and control over device traffic

Cloud deployment options allow for rapid time to market
Services deployable over fixed, cellular, fixed wireless access (FWA), and Wi-Fi

Secure Internet Access Services Use Cases

ISPs and MNOs can protect every connection across consumer, SMB, and enterprise markets.

Protect mobile phones

Protect families

Protect SMBs and enterprises

Protect Internet of Things (IoT)

Protect mobile phones

Business transformation and a move to mobile-first working models create challenges to protect mobile devices outside corporate firewalls, while siloed solutions increase management overhead and generate inconsistent security policies.

Sensitive business applications are often run inside corporate networks resulting in limited access from mobile devices outside the office. Organizations may need to deploy cumbersome VPN solutions to facilitate access.

Akamai Secure Internet Access Services for mobile devices allow businesses to protect SIM-enabled environments. They’re clientless solutions embedded directly into cellular networks to stop threats before they reach devices. Optional private access enables devices to securely connect directly to enterprise resources.

Subscriber benefits:

Strengthen mobile defenses with embedded network security
Secure mobile access to business applications inside enterprise networks
Get full visibility of the mobile estate with threat, data, and internet activity reports
Simplify device enrollment with a clientless solution
Eliminate bill shock by managing data usage at home and abroad
Improve employee productivity through creation of tailored group or individual
usage policies
Ensure compliance with customer configured content and mobile data usage policies

Provider benefits:

Protect SIM-enabled devices enrolled on your network
Add value to existing access solutions and differentiate from competitors
Generate additional revenue through new value-added security services
Deploy and scale quickly without significant hardware investment
Deepen customer relationships by evolving from connectivity provider to trusted partner
Option to convey provider brand and identify, offering customers a consistent brand experience

Protect families

Families are concerned about the impact of excessive internet usage and how easy it is for children to access inappropriate content. Households are vulnerable to malware and phishing attacks, but may not have the security expertise to protect themselves.

Secure Internet Access Services for consumers enable providers to offer a security solution that protects every device in the home against a wide range of security threats. They are simple to activate and include a selection of parental control options to support parents in managing their children’s screen time.

Subscriber benefits:

Cybersecurity defenses, just like businesses have, are effortless to use
Every device and everyone on the home network is protected by default
There’s no special hardware and no need to install or maintain any software on any device
Threat intelligence is updated continuously
Protect against a wide range of vulnerabilities and security threats including phishing and malware campaigns
Each family gets a live display of threat activity that’s been blocked on their home network
Optional personal internet web filters let parents manage what content is permitted in their home and when websites are accessible
An internet pause features lets parents turn off web navigation temporarily

Provider benefits:

Simple internet security defenses for families help differentiate services
Visible value to subscribers with simple graphs showing families they’re protected
Business model controlled by the provider with incremental revenue potential
Great customer experience with a network-based service that’s effortless to use
Private-labeled consumer portal can be aligned with provider brand and identity
APIs enable the development of a completely custom ISP-defined consumer portal
Feature set and threat intelligence can be tailored to local market requirements
Converged network support across fixed, mobile, and Wi-Fi
Threat intelligence created by data science experts is agile, adaptive, and accurate to deter emerging threats quickly

Protect SMBs and enterprises

ISPs are well positioned to offer a foundational layer of web protection to businesses of all sizes. Network-based Akamai Secure Internet Access Services strongly complement internet access services and are biased toward providers’ operational strengths. Providers can offer hosted services designed specifically for a wide range of organizations, from those that lack IT resources and security knowledge, to sophisticated businesses with deep security expertise.

Akamai Secure Internet Access provides enterprise-grade defenses that are effortless to use. Every enrolled device is always covered, including phones and computers used by contractors and guests, and even smart-connected devices (IoT) like point-of-sale terminals, cameras, and more. Services are updated continuously with the latest threat intelligence that automatically blocks a wide range of security threats. Purpose-built portals for different skill levels display threat activity and allow configuration of acceptable use policies (AUPs) and other policies. Optional integrated feature sets support advanced features like deeper levels of traffic inspection.

Subscriber benefits:

Enterprise-grade malware/botnet and phishing protections that are effortless to use
Every enrolled device in a workplace is covered without any software installation
Always-on security with constantly updated protections
Graphical portals, designed for different skill levels, provide a unique view of threat and network activity
Security data from portals can be collected and connected with other resources
Web content categories equip businesses to configure AUPs
Access profiles enable different privileges for employees, guests, and IoT devices

Provider benefits:

Simple, effective, economical security defenses for business markets
Monthly recurring revenue with pricing and business model controlled by the provider
Great customer experience helps drive satisfaction and retention
Visible value to subscribers, with data showing businesses they’re protected
Private-label SMB portal look and feel can be aligned with provider brand and identity
Feature set and threat intelligence can be tailored to local market requirements
Optional converged network support across fixed, mobile, and Wi-Fi
Cloud solution reduces planning and deployment effort
Superior threat intelligence created by data science experts processing massive data streams

Protect Internet of Things (IoT)

Cellular-connected smart devices are attractive targets for hackers since they’re outside conventional organizational boundaries by design, and they source and use valuable data. Compromised devices can cause costly business disruption and reputational damage, so security of IoT devices and data is a critical consideration. SIM and connectivity management solutions are widely used, but effective deployment, security, and ongoing operation of IoT systems requires more.

Akamai technology integrated in cellular networks positions MNOs to deliver feature-rich, brandable services that complement their connectivity offerings, by improving security, visibility, and control of IoT systems. Organizations can connect devices to a self-serve private APN, and use private addresses and get complete control over routing to create private, internet-connected, or hybrid overlay networks. Policies enable firewall features to limit connectivity. Data usage controls manage traffic to reduce overages.

Subscriber benefits:

Speeds activation of IoT projects at any scale
Allows configuration of private static IP addresses on demand
Enables simple, secure, remote access to IoT devices
Protects devices and data by limiting communications to necessary resources
Supports cost controls with data management features
Provides full visibility into device and site connectivity, and data usage
Offers APIs for integration and automation

Provider benefits:

Enables private IoT networks on demand
Creates incremental revenue opportunities
Differentiates IoT connectivity offers with better security, visibility, and control
Streamlines subscriber deployments through a graphical self-service portal
Simplifies service activation with straightforward network integration, backed by experienced engineering teams

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Akamai’s services are integrated within service provider mobile and fixed networks. They can be private labeled, conveying network operator brands and identities to reinforce the network value proposition, enable competitive differentiation, and maintain a consistent brand experience.

Secure Internet Access Services are backed by Akamai threat intelligence, ensuring cybersecurity risks are identified quickly and blocked from reaching customers before compromise can occur.

Services are available with Essentials, Standard, and Advanced feature packs, enabling providers to expand their reach and meet diverse market, business, and technical requirements.

The Essentials feature pack allows providers to quickly deploy network-wide security protections. Standard and Advanced feature packs include subscriber personalization features and graphical portals that display service-related information in easy-to-read charts and tables.

Services are available either in the cloud or deployed on-prem (licensed), enabling operators to choose solutions best suited to their operational and business requirements.

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