Firewall and Network Protection That Keeps pace with Threats
Your firewall is often the first and last line of defence between your network and the internet. We help you choose, configure and manage firewalls and network controls so they keep bad traffic out without getting in the way of business.
Your network is probably already protected by a firewall, but do you know how effective this protection really is? The nature of threats is constantly evolving and HTL Support can assist you with firewall management and auditing. We offer a comprehensive penetration testing service while also committing to continuously updating firewall firmware for our support clients.
What We Do as Part of Firewall and Network Protection
Buying a good firewall is only the first step. Without regular updates, reviews and monitoring, even the best technology can become a weak spot. We treat firewall management as an ongoing process, not a one-off project.
Firewall selection and design
Choosing appropriate models and topologies for your environment.
Ongoing firmware and signature updates
Keeping appliances current as part of Updates & Patching.
Periodic reviews and tests
Combined with Vulnerability Testing and Internet Security.
Rule-base design and clean-up
Removing old, risky rules and aligning access with business need.
Monitoring and alerting
Watching for unusual activity and responding to alerts.
Firewall & Network Protection
Frequently Asked Questions
Do we need a new firewall, or can you manage our existing one?
We’re happy to manage existing firewalls where they’re still suitable, or recommend upgrades if they’re outdated or no longer supported. The first step is to review what you have and how it’s currently configured.
How often should firewall rules be reviewed?
At least annually, and ideally whenever there are major changes in your applications or network. Over time, rule-bases can become cluttered with outdated entries that add risk without any benefit.
Can you provide high availability (HA) firewall setups?
Yes. For environments that require higher uptime, we can design and implement HA firewall clusters so that a hardware failure does not mean a complete loss of connectivity.
How do you monitor firewall activity?
We can collect logs and alerts into central systems, look for suspicious patterns and respond to priority events. This often forms part of our wider Internet Security and Cyber Security Services.
Will new firewall controls affect remote access or third-party connections?
Any changes that might affect VPNs, partner links or remote access are planned carefully and tested. We document requirements up front so legitimate connections continue to work while unnecessary exposure is removed.