Singapore – Netskope, a computer and network security firm, has recently unveiled its expanded partnership with Microsoft to offer advanced Security Service Edge capabilities to enterprise customers seeking to converge web, SaaS, and private application security into a single platform.
In this collaboration, Microsoft selected Netskope as its lead partner to provide industry-leading Netskope One SSE integrated capabilities directly into the in-product experience of Microsoft Entra Suite.
Said integration enables enterprises to optimise security operations, enhance end-user experience, simplify management, as well as ensure a seamless approach for customers seeking comprehensive SSE capabilities.
Furthermore, Microsoft customers can also extend their Entra Suite investment with a native SSE experience designed for Microsoft applications. Along with this are Netskope’s advanced threat and data protection features that enhance the offering, providing security across both Microsoft and non-Microsoft platforms.
“Microsoft continues to invest in security initiatives and has sought a trusted partner that can provide enterprise customers with differentiated security solutions to address high-value use cases,” said John Martin, chief product officer, Netskope.
“We are proud that they selected Netskope as the lead partner to work on this integrated, flexible SSE solution, and we look forward to bringing customers the best in SSE, tailored to match their flexibility and choice,” he further added.
Joy Chik, president, Identity and Network Access at Microsoft,” also said, “We chose SSE leader Netskope as our first partner in building an open SSE ecosystem. This partnership ensures Microsoft’s customers get the best combination of security, experience, and performance, helping protect their data from cyber threats.”
“We’re committed to providing our customers with the flexibility to choose an SSE solution that best fits their environment as their security needs evolve,” explained Chik.