Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)

Zero Trust is a modern approach to security that removes assumptions of trust. Traditional security assumes that users inside the network are safe. Zero Trust assumes nothing is safe until it is verified. Every user, device and request is continuously authenticated and authorised. Access is restricted to only what is required for the task.
Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)

ZTNA INCLUDES

Adaptive Policy Enforcement
Identity and Access Management Integration
Micro-segmentation and Privilege Restriction
Secured Web Access for Protecting Against Internet Based Threats
Modern VPN Replacement for Remote Access

What Are the Challenges Moving Towards ZTNA?

Organisations can often struggle moving towards a Zero Trust model. At Data Connect we help organisations adopt Zero Trust in a way that is clear, practical and tried and tested by our experienced network security consultants. Our team can offer practical guidance and advice to design and implement for on-premise as well as hybrid and cloud only environments.

We help organisations effectively deploy modern network security controls to reduce cyber risks. Zero Trust with Data Connect delivers control, visibility and confidence.

Benefits

What Are the Benefits of Zero Trust?

Continuous Verification<br />

Continuous Verification

Every access request is authenticated and authorised. This reduces risk and ensures only approved activity occurs.

Least Privilege Access

Least Privilege Access

Users and devices have access only to what is required to complete their tasks.

Identity-Focused Security<br />

Identity-Focused Security

Identity is the starting point for security. Access is based on verified identities across networks and cloud applications.

Designed for Modern Workforces

Designed for Modern Workforces

Support remote/hybrid teams and 3rd party access without compromising security or user experience.

Reducing the Attack Surface

Reducing the Attack Surface

ZTNA reduces risk by granting access to applications, not the network, based on verified identity, least privilege and continuous session controls.

Cut Costs With Less Management<br />

Cut Costs With Less Management

Typically achieved by consolidating point products to centralise visibility and control of all access both in and out of an organisation.

Why Data Connect?

Why Data Connect?

Adopt a Zero Trust Network Access Model

Implementing Zero Trust can be complex. We focus on practical outcomes, not just technology. That means a phased approach tailored to your risks and priorities, strengthening identity, access, devices and data step by step, so you reduce exposure quickly without disrupting your organisation.

  • Asset Discovery and Prioritisation: Helping you determine what users, devices, infrastructure, applications, data and services are in your network.
  • Map and Verify Transactions: Zero Trust adoption requires understanding how different users and services interact. We help map out access flows to determine Zero Trust rulesets.
  • Implementation: Develop and implement a planned migration to the Zero Trust model avoiding costly business disruptions and interruptions to live services.
  • Support and Maintain: Our security operations team provide 24x7 support and management capabilities. Either working alongside your own team or for those looking to completely outsource.

vSOC Managed Services

vSOC Assure

Navigate cyber risk with a trusted security partner. Pinpoint your current risk exposure and how to overcome these security gaps. Benefit from a combination of real-world risk analysis, benchmarking, vCISO support and actionable recommendations to drive strategic cyber maturity, all whilst dramatically reducing risk.

vSOC CERT

Stop Cyber Essentials from being a headache once a year. vSOC CERT streamlines and supports the entire certification lifecycle, from preparation to audit, keeping you compliant and secure all year round.

vSOC Manage

Achieve optimal performance whilst ensuring a secure environment with vSOC Manage. Whether you're trying to achieve Zero Trust, maintain SASE, SD-WAN or perimeter defences, our qualified and experienced team are here to help.

vSOC Recon

Secure your environment with confidence and reduce your risk exposure. Our attack surface management service, vSOC Recon, helps you understand risks, prioritise vulnerabilities and take decisive action.

vSOC Alert

24x7 actionable intelligence, delivering business resilience and trusted protection. If you are looking for a service to proactively detects threats, reduce dwell time and respond fast, vSOC Alert is right for you.

vSOC Aware

Human error is the #1 cause of security breaches. Our security awareness training and phishing simulation service equips your team to spot phishing, avoid threats and stay proactive. Reduce risk with your bespoke training programme.

Resources
Using our extensive knowledge of cyber security, we’ve worked to create and provide some excellent resources that help you to approach cyber security within your organisation.

Testimonials

However, with the vSOC Connect Console, I can check and monitor everything and access the information that I need quickly, at any time. I have the vSOC Connect Console open all day, every day.

ICT Manager | Not-for-Profit | 50+ Employees

Testimonials

Without the experienced human expertise provided by Data Connect, we wouldn’t have got as far as we did. It’s important to say, right from the start, they were incredibly helpful to me personally, as someone that doesn’t ‘speak the language’. When I asked questions, never once was there a raised eyebrow or a patronising response.

Clients Director of Corporate Services | Not-for-Profit | 50+ Employees

Testimonials

Our business has now worked with Data Connect for over a decade. They’re more than a supplier; they’re our security partner. They’re prepared to put the hours in to get you into the security position you need to be in.

Information Systems Manager | Food Service | 500+ Employees

Zero Trust FAQs

What is the difference between Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and traditional VPNs?

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ZTNA grants access based on identity and device posture rather than network location. Traditional VPNs adopt a "castle and moat” style whereby access is granted once to allow access to internal resources. A ZTNA approach on the other hand continuously reviews access rights, limits lateral movement and provides granular access control to applications rather than the full network.

How does micro-segmentation work within a Zero Trust architecture?

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Micro-segmentation divides the network into isolated zones, enforcing strict access control at the application and workload level. This limits lateral movement if an account or device is compromised. Its often fairly simple to further segment user to user communications limiting the “blast radius” in the event of a single user device being compromised.

How does Zero Trust networking differ from traditional network security?

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Traditional network security assumes trust once a user is inside the network, often relying on VPNs and perimeter defences. Zero Trust removes this assumption by continuously verifying users, devices, and access requests. Access is granted based on identity, context, and risk rather than location. This reduces the risk of credential misuse, limits lateral movement, and provides stronger protection for cloud and remote access scenarios.

How does Zero Trust handle multi-cloud and hybrid environments?

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Zero Trust solutions can enforce identity-based policies consistently across on-premises, private and public cloud workloads. Continuous verification ensures secure access regardless of where resources reside. A ZTNA solution may be implemented centrally to do this or through the amalgamation of various ZTNA capable tools depending on the environment and requirements.

Can Zero Trust integrate with existing Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems?

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Yes. Zero Trust works alongside IAM solutions, enabling strong authentication, single sign-on and centralised policy enforcement without replacing current infrastructure. Its always worth checking that your ZTNA solution of choice supports your existing Identify solution.

What methods are used to continuously verify user and device trust?

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Verification relies on multiple signals, including device posture, location, user behaviour, access history and threat intelligence. Policies adapt in real-time to reduce risk exposure. Many solutions can even utilise signals from other solutions such as ant-malware or threat intelligence platforms.