Buyer’s Guide for Enhanced Security Services in Telecom

This guide provides a detailed examination of the requirements for communication service providers (CSPs) to embed security services within mobile and converged telecom infrastructures. It addresses the necessity for CSPs to balance connectivity and security for their customers, particularly end-users including consumers and small businesses. The document outlines key functional and deployment requirements, emphasizing the integration of security solutions into both core and edge network infrastructures. It also discusses the Allot NetworkSecure product as a viable solution that meets specified requirements, such as standalone and virtual deployment capabilities, and the ability for customers to self-manage security policies. A set of criteria is provided to help buyers evaluate security services that can enhance their offerings, followed by a case study of the Allot NetworkSecure solution that illustrates practical applications of these requirements. This resource serves as a comprehensive guide for buyers looking to enhance cybersecurity options in their service offerings.