‘Best Security Infrastructure in Enterprise’ Award

Who should enter the ‘Best Security Infrastructure in Enterprise’ category?

The ‘Best Security Infrastructure in Enterprise’ award celebrates organizations that have established exemplary security infrastructures to protect their enterprise cloud environments, or a solution that supports enterprises in these efforts.

In the enterprise context, cloud security infrastructures must address complex challenges such as managing large volumes of data, supporting hybrid or multi-cloud deployments, and ensuring compliance with global regulations.

Strong solutions or implementations stand out for their ability to deliver comprehensive protection through advanced technologies and robust policies while seamlessly integrating with business operations.

Entrants might include the deployment of cutting-edge tools and techniques like zero-trust architectures, encryption, security orchestration, and behavioral analytics. They may also have the ability to detect and respond to threats in real time, minimize vulnerabilities, and prevent unauthorized access.

The Best Security Infrastructure in Enterprise award honors organizations that set the standard for securing enterprise cloud environments, enabling businesses to innovate and grow securely.

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Examples

Zero Trust Network Architecture

Solutions implementing zero-trust architectures ensure that every access request is authenticated, authorized, and encrypted before granting access to enterprise resources.
These solutions segment networks to minimize lateral movement of threats and enforce strict identity verification for all users and devices.
Such architectures are critical for enterprises handling sensitive data across distributed teams and hybrid cloud environments.

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

EDR solutions monitor endpoints – such as employee laptops, servers, and mobile devices – for suspicious activity.
They use advanced analytics and behavioral patterns to detect and respond to threats in real time.
These tools are invaluable for enterprises managing remote or hybrid workforces, as they ensure that endpoints connected to the network remain secure.

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

SIEM systems collect, analyze, and correlate security events from across an enterprise’s infrastructure, providing real-time visibility and alerts for potential threats.
These systems are indispensable for enterprises managing large-scale operations, offering insights into security incidents, compliance reporting, and attack vectors.
Incorporates AI to prioritize alerts and reduce false positives, enabling security teams to respond quickly to genuine threats.

Next Generation Firewalls (NGFWs)

NGFWs provide advanced network protection by integrating traditional firewall capabilities with additional security features, such as intrusion prevention systems (IPS), application-layer filtering, and deep packet inspection.
For enterprises, NGFWs are essential for monitoring and securing traffic across on-premises and cloud environments.
They allow granular control over applications, users, and devices while providing real-time threat intelligence.

Cloud Access Security Brokers

CASB solutions bridge the security gap between on-premises infrastructure and cloud services by providing visibility and control over cloud applications and data.
CASBs enforce policies such as data loss prevention (DLP), encryption, and anomaly detection across Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) and Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) platforms.
For enterprises using multiple cloud providers, CASBs help monitor shadow IT, secure sensitive data in transit, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Zero Trust Network Architecture

Solutions implementing zero-trust architectures ensure that every access request is authenticated, authorized, and encrypted before granting access to enterprise resources.

These solutions segment networks to minimize lateral movement of threats and enforce strict identity verification for all users and devices.

Such architectures are critical for enterprises handling sensitive data across distributed teams and hybrid cloud environments.

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)

EDR solutions monitor endpoints – such as employee laptops, servers, and mobile devices – for suspicious activity.

They use advanced analytics and behavioral patterns to detect and respond to threats in real time.

These tools are invaluable for enterprises managing remote or hybrid workforces, as they ensure that endpoints connected to the network remain secure.

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

SIEM systems collect, analyze, and correlate security events from across an enterprise’s infrastructure, providing real-time visibility and alerts for potential threats.

These systems are indispensable for enterprises managing large-scale operations, offering insights into security incidents, compliance reporting, and attack vectors.

Incorporates AI to prioritize alerts and reduce false positives, enabling security teams to respond quickly to genuine threats.

Next Generation Firewalls (NGFWs)

NGFWs provide advanced network protection by integrating traditional firewall capabilities with additional security features, such as intrusion prevention systems (IPS), application-layer filtering, and deep packet inspection.

For enterprises, NGFWs are essential for monitoring and securing traffic across on-premises and cloud environments.

They allow granular control over applications, users, and devices while providing real-time threat intelligence.

Cloud Access Security Brokers

CASB solutions bridge the security gap between on-premises infrastructure and cloud services by providing visibility and control over cloud applications and data.

CASBs enforce policies such as data loss prevention (DLP), encryption, and anomaly detection across Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) and Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) platforms.

For enterprises using multiple cloud providers, CASBs help monitor shadow IT, secure sensitive data in transit, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Hall of Fame: Previous Winners

Winner of the 2024 Cloud Security Award for Best Security Infrastructure in Enterprise

Quote from Head Judge, Annabelle Whittall

“Atlantic.Net’s latest solution offers robust cybersecurity and compliance, ensuring patient data security in the growing healthcare market. Leveraging cutting-edge technologies and certified data center infrastructure, Atlantic.Net provides turnkey compliance solutions for healthcare providers, allowing them to focus on core operations amid the surge in telemedicine. With award-winning cloud hosting and storage solutions, Atlantic.Net remains essential for healthcare organizations seeking top-tier security and privacy assurances.”

Winner of the 2023 Cloud Security Award for Best Security Infrastructure in Enterprise

Quote from Lead Judge, Jason Ford

“SolarWinds is a renowned household name in the security sector, and for good reason. Their next-generation Build System carries on their legacy of delivering high-quality and innovative products. With SolarWinds, organizations can trust in a solution that not only upholds their reputation but also sets a new standard for excellence in the industry. Their commitment to providing cutting-edge technology ensures customers have the tools they need to stay ahead in today’s evolving security landscape.”

Winner of the 2023/24 Cloud Award for Security Innovation of the Year (Enterprise)

Quote from Lead Judge, Jason Ford

“By providing granular runtime protection without causing any downtime Aqua Security have definitely put the industry on notice, the generous warranty offered shows their justified confidence in their solution. Congratulations on your win, from everyone at The Cloud Awards”

Areas to highlight in your submission

A strong entry for the ‘Best Security Infrastructure in Enterprise’ category should include details on some, or all, of the following areas that the judges will be looking for:

Scalability and Flexibility:

Summarize whether the solution can handle increasing user loads, data volumes, and application demands without performance degradation.

An enterprise security infrastructure must scale seamlessly with organizational growth and adapt to complex, hybrid, or multi-cloud environments.
Integration and Interoperability:

Seamless integration with existing enterprise systems and third-party tools is crucial for creating a cohesive security ecosystem.

Judges look for infrastructures that provide robust APIs, solutions compatible with popular platforms, and support for centralized management systems like SIEM or SOAR.
Proactive Monitoring and Incident Response:

Detail how effectively the infrastructure supports proactive threat detection and incident response.

Solutions with advanced analytics, machine learning, and automated workflows for identifying and responding to threats in real time should be highlighted.

User Experience and Manageability:

A user-friendly interface and centralized management are essential for the effective administration of enterprise security infrastructure.

Judges consider the ease with which IT and security teams can configure, monitor, and update the system through features like intuitive dashboards, automated policy updates, and guided workflows.
Impact and ROI:

Demonstrate the overall value delivered by the infrastructure or solution relative to its cost.

Solutions should demonstrate tangible benefits, such as reduced breach incidents, improved efficiency, or lower operational costs.
Compliance and Regulatory Support:

Enterprise environments often operate under stringent regulatory requirements, such as GDPR, HIPAA, or ISO 27001.

Outline the infrastructure or solution’s ability to enforce compliance through features like automated audits, policy enforcement, and data localization controls.

Next Steps to Enter The Cloud Security Awards Awards

To enter this Cloud Security Awards category, or any other category in The Cloud Security Awards, please follow these three simple steps:

Download the entry form. Open up the ‘Cloud Security Awards Simple Form’ document.
Complete your form. You only need to complete the form once, even if entering multiple Cloud Security Awards categories.
Submit your entry. Head to the ‘Submit Now’ section on our website, select ‘The Cloud Security Awards’ and the category/categories you are entering from the list, upload your form and any other materials you would like the judges to review, and process your fees.

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The Cloud Security Awards is a program from The Cloud Awards. Since 2011, we’ve been helping organizations across the globe gain the recognition they deserve for market-leading innovation in the cloud computing and software sectors.

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