Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and mid-sized businesses are increasingly seeking solutions that streamline cybersecurity operations without compromising on performance. Addressing this evolving demand, SonicWall has introduced a new suite of cybersecurity offerings that integrate advanced threat protection, centralized management, and managed firewall services.
At the center of these new offerings are next-generation firewalls (NGFW) designed for mid-sized businesses, supported by a unified cloud-native management platform. The solutions are built to help MSPs deliver comprehensive security across diverse IT environments, while enabling simplified operations and expansion opportunities.
Focus on Simplification and Scale
The new portfolio brings together multiple cybersecurity capabilities into a single platform. Key features include:
Gen 8 Firewalls (NSa 2800/3800): Designed for high-performance security needs, offering advanced threat protection for demanding environments.
Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA): Replacing traditional VPNs, the ZTNA solution enables secure and policy-based remote access with improved network performance.
Managed Protection Security Services (MPSS): A firewall management service that provides 24/7 monitoring and support, managed through SonicWall’s SonicSentry Network Operations Center (NOC) team.
The platform is intended to address operational complexity by unifying endpoint protection, network management, and AI-driven monitoring under a single interface.
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AI-Driven Insights and Streamlined Management
A key part of the offering is SonicPlatform, a cloud-native management system that centralizes the control of firewalls, endpoints, and integrations with third-party tools. It includes AI capabilities via SonicWall AI for Monitoring & Insight (SAMI) to help MSPs automate tasks, reduce alert fatigue, and enhance incident response times.
Other enhancements include:
NSM 3.0: A SaaS and on-premises platform that harmonizes cloud and on-box management for greater visibility and efficiency.
API integrations: Designed to enable seamless operational workflows between SonicWall and external platforms.
New Approaches to Cyber Risk Management
A notable aspect of the launch is the emphasis on co-managed services like MPSS, allowing MSPs to offer premium security without the resource burden of managing firewalls manually. These deployments can also qualify for a cyber warranty of up to $1 million through a partnership with Cysurance, with doubled coverage for managed deployments.
The offering aligns with a broader industry shift where cybersecurity is no longer limited to protection but also extends to resilience, compliance, and customer trust.
Market Context
MSPs face mounting pressure to secure increasingly complex client environments while scaling their own operations sustainably. Solutions that offer multi-tenant architecture, flexible subscription models, and integrated ecosystem support are becoming critical to MSP strategies.
The introduction of unified platforms focused on operational simplicity, AI-driven insights, and risk-sharing models reflects the direction in which cybersecurity services for MSPs are evolving.
