Next Generation Firewall
Next Generation Firewalls
Next Generation Firewalls are the cornerstone of cyber security providing a shield to the network and users
NGFW - The Cornerstone of Your Security
Apstorm delivers enterprise-grade Next Generation Firewall solutions that combine deep application visibility, advanced threat prevention and intelligent policy control. We design, deploy and optimise secure network architectures that protect users, data and cloud-connected workloads, without adding operational burden or performance bottlenecks.
Protecting the Modern Network
Modern networks are no longer confined to a single perimeter. Users work remotely, applications live in the cloud, and attackers exploit encrypted traffic, lateral movement and application-layer vulnerabilities.
Traditional firewalls struggle to:
Detect threats hidden within SSL/TLS traffic
Control application-level behaviour across hybrid environments
Prevent ransomware and zero-day exploits
Support secure SD-WAN and branch connectivity
Deliver consistent policy across on-premise and cloud networks
Provide actionable visibility for security teams
At the same time, IT and security teams face increasing compliance pressure, limited internal resources and growing expectations from leadership to prevent disruption at all costs.
The result is risk exposure, policy sprawl, inconsistent controls and reduced confidence in the network’s security posture.
Apstorm’s Next Generation Firewall service delivers a unified, high-performance security layer across on-premise, hybrid and cloud environments.
Our approach combines deep technical expertise with agile delivery. As an independent and vendor-neutral provider, we design the right architecture for your environment, not a one-size-fits-all template.
We do not stop at deployment. We provide continuous rulebase optimisation, policy tuning and performance monitoring to ensure maximum threat prevention without degrading throughput. Our security-first culture ensures configurations align to risk, compliance and operational realities from day one.
We architect and deploy advanced Layer 7 firewalls with integrated:
Intrusion Prevention Systems
Anti-malware and anti-bot controls
DNS security
SSL/TLS inspection
Application-aware traffic shaping
Network segmentation aligned to zero trust principles
Secure SD-WAN capabilities
Apstorms Next Generation Firewall Service
Firewall features can significantly improve the gateway security of an organisation. VPN, Sandboxing and SSL Decryption are all heavy on processing power and can considerably reduce the throughput of the gateway. Capacity sizing, now and for the future, becomes a key consideration when setting up a new firewall.
How Next Generation Firewalls Improve Security
Reduced Risk Exposure
Advanced threat prevention and deep inspection reduce the likelihood of breach, ransomware and lateral movement.
Improved Compliance
Structured rule management and segmentation support regulatory obligations and audit readiness.
Operational Efficiency
Centralised visibility and intelligent policy control reduce administrative overhead..
Performance at Scale
High-throughput inspection ensures security does not compromise network performance.
Stronger Governance
Clean rulebases and documented architecture reduce configuration drift.
Future-Ready Architecture
Secure SD-WAN and hybrid cloud alignment support digital transformation without introducing new attack surfaces.
Architecture & Design
- Network segmentation strategy aligned to risk profiles
- Hybrid and multi-site firewall architecture design
- Secure SD-WAN integration
- High-availability and failover configuration
Advanced Threat Prevention
- Layer 7 application control
- Intrusion prevention and exploit detection
- Malware and ransomware blocking
- Encrypted traffic inspection
- Web filtering and DNS-layer protection
How Apstorm's NGFW Services Helps Secure Your Network
Architecture & Design
- Network segmentation strategy aligned to risk profiles
- Hybrid and multi-site firewall architecture design
- Secure SD-WAN integration
- High-availability and failover configuration
Deployment & Optimisation
- Rapid implementation methodology
- Performance tuning and throughput validation
- Migration from legacy firewall platforms
- Ongoing posture reviews
Policy & Governance
- Rulebase review and optimisation
- Policy lifecycle management
- Change control alignment
- Audit-ready configuration documentation
Management & Visibility
- Centralised management and reporting
- Real-time traffic visibility
- Security event integration with SIEM or SOC platforms
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FAQ - Next Generation Firewall (NGFW)
Q1:How is a Next Generation Firewall different from a traditional firewall?
Next Generation Firewalls provide Layer 7 application awareness, deep packet inspection, integrated threat prevention and encrypted traffic visibility. Traditional firewalls focus primarily on ports and IP addresses.
Q2:Can this support hybrid and cloud environments?
Yes. Our architectures are designed for distributed environments, including branch sites, data centres and cloud workloads, with consistent policy enforcement.
Q3: Will firewall inspection impact network performance?
When correctly architected and tuned, high-performance firewalls maintain throughput while inspecting traffic. We validate performance during deployment and optimise continuously.
Q4: Do you provide ongoing management?
Yes. We offer ongoing optimisation, policy reviews and integration with SOC or SIEM environments to ensure long-term effectiveness.
Q5: How quickly can you deploy?
Deployment timelines depend on complexity, but we prioritise fast mobilisation and structured implementation to minimise disruption.