It is a comprehensively managed network-based firewall service designed to safeguard your network by delivering highly secure inbound and outbound internet access through world class firewall. Instead of residing in a conventional on-premises setup, network-based firewalls are deployed within the cloud infrastructure of the stc Bahrain. You have either have a dedicated firewall for your internet connection or a shared firewall with a common policy if you are a stc Bahrain broadband user. 

Customers desire the evolution of their security solutions to incorporate additional features, such as application control. However, their existing firewall devices may lack the capability to support these enhancements. In such cases, integrating new functionalities into their on-premise security infrastructure might necessitate a substantial capital investment. 

Deploying or expanding onsite firewalls entails significant upfront capital costs for equipment and ongoing software and hardware maintenance fees, especially when extending to more users or locations. In contrast, network-based firewalls eliminate the need for additional onsite devices, sparing expenses on purchasing, installation, and dedicated staff for maintenance. Opting for a subscription-based firewall security solution transforms costs into predictable operating expenses. Moreover, there are potential savings in terms of resiliency, as providers offering a fully redundant infrastructure can replace the need for duplicating equipment, facilities, and network connections to defend against attacks. 

Certainly, you can define your security policies to align with your business and compliance requirements. stc provides the flexibility to configure the firewall service according to your specific needs, allowing you to modify policies and configurations as necessary. If you are using mobile broadband or fiber broadband service with Secure internet addon, then you do not have the capability to configure your own policies. stc has configured the optimal security features protect your network from threat.

The deployment of new security features and capabilities with on-premises firewalls is often constrained by the available staff for implementation, updates, and support, as well as capital limitations. In contrast, stc firewall as a Service offer the ability to swiftly activate needed features, mirroring the speed and efficiency characteristic of cloud services. This facilitates the seamless addition of essential security solutions, such as intrusion detection, malware scanning, web filtering, or application controls. This agility allows for a quicker enhancement of protection, a crucial aspect given the constantly evolving threat landscape. 
Please note that you cannot add custom policies if you are using mobile broadband or fiber broadband service with Secure internet addon. 

stc Firewall as a Service is offering you potential cost savings, secure connections to internet and continuously inspect traffic on top of the consultation services which we offers to intergrade firewall into your cybersecurity strategy in a very convenient way.