Perimeter Internetworking Recognized by Cisco as a Managed Security Service Provider Advanced Technology Provider.MILFORD, Conn. -- Perimeter Internetworking announced today it has achieved the Managed Security Service Provider Advanced Technology Provider (ATP ATP: see adenosine triphosphate. ATP in full adenosine triphosphate Organic compound, substrate in many enzyme-catalyzed reactions (see catalysis) in the cells of animals, plants, and microorganisms. ) status from Cisco Systems “Cisco” redirects here. For other uses, see Cisco (disambiguation). Cisco System,Inc. (NASDAQ: CSCO, HKSE: 4333 ) is an American multinational corporation with 54,000 employees and annual revenue of US $28.48 billion as of 2006. (R). This ATP designation recognizes Perimeter Internetworking for its commitment to delivering managed security services based on Cisco technology and having invested in training to obtain expertise in selling, designing, installing, managing, and supporting a comprehensive Cisco network security solution. "The Managed Security Service Provider ATP indicates that Perimeter has a commitment to investing in gaining the knowledge and expertise to successfully provide remote security solutions based on leading Cisco security products," said Edison Peres, vice president, advanced and core technologies, Worldwide Channels at Cisco Systems. "These remote security solutions are intended to provide higher availability and better protection of customer IT infrastructure." "We are pleased to be recognized for our proficiency with Cisco remote security products," said Brad Miller, CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Perimeter Internetworking. "This recognition is a strong complement to our adaptive, Gateway Defender Security in the Cloud Refers to the operation taking place within a network. See cloud. solution and will enhance our ability to support our customers." Resource Requirements The Managed Security Service Provider ATP required Perimeter to achieve a combination of Cisco Qualified Specialist as well as a variety of industry certifications including CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) The award for successful completion of an examination in computer security administered by the International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium (ISC)2. , SSCP (1) (System Services Control Point) A controlling program in an SNA domain. It resides in the host and is a component within VTAM. See also SCCP. , SCNA SCNA Sun Certified Network Administrator SCNA Security Certified Network Architect SCNA South Carolina Nurses Association SCNA Saab Club of North America SCNA Southern California Naturist Association SCNA Sudden Cosmic Noise Absorption , SCNP SCNP Security Certified Network Professional SCNP Society for Care of Neurological Patients and GIAC (Global Information Assurance Certification) The award for successful completion of a course in computer security from The SANS Institute, Bethesda, MD (www.sans.org). Introduced in 1999, GIAC tests the practical application of the required knowledge. . In addition, Perimeter Internetworking was required to fulfill the following job roles with qualified individuals who have met specific testing requirements: an account manager or engagement manager, one project manager, one system engineer, four SOC analysts and four SOC engineers. Customer Satisfaction Requirement Beyond the personnel requirements, Perimeter has agreed to meet the requirements regarding documenting customer satisfaction. This includes undertaking a random customer survey to obtain a customer satisfaction rating. In order to maintain its ATP status, Perimeter Internetworking must obtain a 4.0 average rating out of a possible 5.0 for every five surveys completed. Lab Requirement The Managed Security Service Provider ATP also requires Perimeter to have or have access to a Cisco certified lab that contains the designated Cisco security products. In addition, the lab must be suitable for the following purposes: Proof-of-concept demonstrations, internal training, and network emulation. About Perimeter Internetworking Perimeter Internetworking(TM) is the leading provider of multi-threat, managed "Security in the Cloud" services to financial institutions, telecommunications/Internet service providers, healthcare providers, and other firms with high data security and regulatory requirements. Perimeter offers over 50 managed network security services Network Security Services (NSS) is a set of libraries designed to support cross-platform development of security-enabled client and server applications. NSS provides a complete open-source implementation of crypto libraries supporting SSL and S/MIME. On Demand, including Intrusion Defense, Malicious Code Defense, Secure Email Services, Secure Access, Automated Compliance, and Network Services. Perimeter's unique centralized architecture offers best-in-class, pre-integrated technology with complete redundancy, continuous upgrades, complemented with a 24/7 engineering staff of trained subject-matter experts. Perimeter ranked 9th on The Connecticut Technology Fast 50 in 2005 & 5th in 2004. In addition Perimeter ranked 121 on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 & has been profitable for the last three years. Headquartered in Milford, CT, with four geographically distributed technical operations centers and three redundant datacenters, Perimeter's secure network services are validated by TruSecure and guaranteed for current and future regulatory compliance. For more information about Perimeter visit www.perimeterusa.com |
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