SASE
Secure Access Service Edge converging SD-WAN with cloud-delivered security — ZTNA, SWG, CASB and FWaaS — enforced at global edge PoPs close to the user. Eliminates backhaul by inspecting cloud-bound traffic at the nearest edge rather than a central data-centre firewall.
Overview
The traditional security model — a firewall at the data centre edge, with traffic backhauled from branches through headquarters for inspection — collapses under modern distributed work. Users are everywhere, applications are in the cloud, and the data centre no longer anchors the network. Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) converges WAN connectivity with cloud-delivered security into a single, globally distributed fabric that protects users wherever they connect — from any location, to any application, over any transport.
Clevertek scopes every engagement to your environment — capacity, sites, compliance and support model — so you get a tailored plan rather than a fixed SKU. Pricing is quote-only, and our solutions architects will work through your requirements before any proposal.
Our approach
We architect and deploy SASE frameworks that consolidate SD-WAN edge connectivity with cloud-delivered security services — FWaaS, SWG, CASB, ZTNA, and DLP — all delivered from globally distributed points of presence. We handle edge device deployment, cloud security policy definition, user identity integration (IdP/SSO), traffic steering rules, and ongoing policy tuning. Your users get secure access to any application from any location, without traffic backhauling through a central data centre or firewall stack.
Why work with us
Globally distributed cloud security
Security inspection happens at the nearest SASE PoP — not a central data centre. Users get low-latency access with full security regardless of location.
Converged networking and security
SD-WAN edge routes traffic directly from the branch to the nearest SASE PoP, where FWaaS, SWG, CASB, and ZTNA inspect it — one architecture, one policy framework.
Identity-driven security policy
Policies follow the user, not the IP address. Integrated with your IdP (Azure AD, Okta, Google Workspace) — access rules based on who the user is, not where they connect from.
Zero Trust Network Access
Applications are never exposed to the network. Users connect to specific applications through ZTNA — not to the network segment — with per-session, just-in-time access.
Cloud-delivered SWG and CASB
Web traffic filtered through cloud SWG, sanctioned SaaS applications protected by CASB — both built into the SASE fabric without separate appliances or proxies.
Single policy management console
Networking and security policies managed from one console — consistent rules applied across SD-WAN, FWaaS, SWG, CASB, and ZTNA from a single pane.
Key benefits
What this solution delivers for your business.
Eliminate traffic backhauling
Users connect directly to cloud applications through the nearest SASE PoP — no hairpinning through a central data centre for security inspection. Reduced latency for all cloud traffic.
Consistent security everywhere
Same security policies apply whether a user is at headquarters, a branch, or working remotely. No per-location firewall configuration, no site-specific security gaps.
Reduce appliance footprint at branches
Security functions delivered from the cloud — no separate firewall, proxy, or CASB appliances at each branch location. Zero hardware at the smallest sites.
Faster M&A integration
Acquired company connects through the SASE fabric without redesigning their network or deploying on-premise security stacks. Identity integration and policy assignment within days.
Simplified compliance auditing
Centralised policy framework with consistent enforcement across all locations — audit reports for SOC 2, ISO 27001, and regulatory requirements generated from a single source.
Scalable without hardware refreshes
Security capacity scales elastically in the cloud. Adding users, locations, or bandwidth does not require purchasing or deploying new appliances.
What's included
Part of this managed service.
SASE PoP network
Globally distributed points of presence delivering FWaaS, SWG, CASB, ZTNA, and DLP with local breakout.
- 50+ global PoP locations
- AWS/Azure/GCP-based PoPs
- Local internet breakout
- <10ms added latency
Cloud-delivered FWaaS
Stateful firewall, IPS, and threat prevention delivered from the nearest SASE PoP — no edge appliance required.
- Stateful inspection
- IPS/IDS
- Application control
- TLS/SSL decryption
Secure Web Gateway (SWG)
Web traffic filtered through cloud SWG with URL filtering, content categorisation, malware protection, and TLS inspection.
- URL filtering (70+ categories)
- Content categorisation
- Malware protection
- HTTPS inspection
ZTNA (Zero Trust Network Access)
Application-specific, identity-verified access — users connect to applications, not to the network.
- Application-specific access
- Just-in-time provisioning
- Identity-based policy
- No lateral movement risk
CASB (Cloud Access Security Broker)
Shadow IT discovery, SaaS application governance, data classification, and DLP for sanctioned cloud services.
- Shadow IT discovery
- SaaS risk scoring
- Data classification
- API-based DLP
Where it helps
Real-world scenarios where this solution delivers measurable outcomes.
Distributed enterprise
Connect headquarters, branches, and remote workers through a single SASE fabric — consistent security everywhere, no backhauling, no per-location appliance management.
Cloud-first organisation
Users access SaaS and IaaS applications directly through SASE PoPs — security inspection at cloud speed without architectural hairpins.
M&A integration
Onboard newly acquired companies into the corporate security fabric within days — deploy SD-WAN edge devices with ZTNA and SWG delivered from the nearest SASE PoP.
Remote workforce enablement
Remote users connect through ZTNA to specific corporate applications without VPN clients — identity-verified, just-in-time access with full cloud security inspection.
Questions buyers actually ask
What is the difference between SASE and SD-WAN?
SD-WAN is the networking component — intelligent routing across multiple WAN transports. SASE adds integrated security — FWaaS, SWG, CASB, ZTNA — delivered from cloud PoPs. SASE is SD-WAN plus cloud security.
Do I need SD-WAN before SASE?
Not necessarily. SD-WAN edge devices typically provide the on-ramp to SASE PoPs, but some SASE providers accept direct internet connections from existing routers.
How is performance with cloud security inspection?
SASE PoPs are strategically located near major cloud provider edges — added latency from security inspection is typically under 10ms. PoP density ensures users connect to a nearby location.
Can I migrate gradually?
Yes. Typical migration starts with SD-WAN deployment and direct-internet-breakout for branch traffic, then adds cloud-delivered security functions in phases — SWG first, then FWaaS, then ZTNA and CASB.
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