Since 2022, Genians, a trailblazer in NAC-driven Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solutions, has made significant strides in the African market, driven by a strategic partnership with RAS Infotech. This collaboration has particularly gained momentum in Kenya, where the demand for robust cyber security solutions is on the rise. As Kenya continues to advance its cybersecurity legislation through the Kenya Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act, it faces persistent challenges from sophisticated cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure, including the financial sector and energy grids. To counter these escalating risks, a fundamental shift towards advanced security architectures is imperative.
The Rising Demand for Advanced Cyber Security in Kenya
Kenya’s journey towards enhancing its cybersecurity landscape is marked by both progress and challenges. Despite the legislative advancements, the country grapples with evolving cyber threats that target its critical infrastructure. The financial sector and energy grids are particularly vulnerable, necessitating a robust and comprehensive approach to cybersecurity.
Genians’ NAC-driven ZTNA solution, known as Universal ZTNA, offers a comprehensive approach to safeguarding networks. By combining Network Access Control (NAC) with Zero Trust principles, organizations can establish a multi-layered defense against cyberattacks. This solution is designed to address the unique challenges faced by Kenyan organizations, providing enhanced security and compliance.
Key Features of Genians’ Universal ZTNA Solution
Enhanced Visibility: Genians’ Universal ZTNA provides comprehensive network observability through device platform intelligence and traffic flow analysis using non-disruptive network sensing technology. This allows organizations to have a clear view of their network, identifying potential threats and vulnerabilities in real-time.
Microsegmentation: The solution divides a network into secure segments, enforcing granular security policies for access control. This minimizes the attack surface and limits the potential impact of a breach, ensuring that sensitive data and systems are protected.
Multi-layered Policy Enforcement: Genians’ solution utilizes ARP, 802.1X (RADIUS), Cloud Gateway, and agent-based enforcement to ensure robust security across all layers of the network. This multi-faceted approach provides comprehensive protection against a wide range of cyber threats.
Context-based Least Privilege Access: By granting minimum network access necessary based on the device and user’s context (role, location, security posture), Genians ensures that access is tightly controlled and aligned with organizational policies.
Various Authentication Methods: Genians supports a range of authentication methods, including Active Directory (AD), Single Sign-On (SSO), RADIUS, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and Biometric (FIDO). This flexibility enhances security and ensures that only authorized users can access the network.
Secure Remote Access: With the increasing prevalence of remote work, Genians provides secure access from anywhere, anytime. This ensures that employees can work securely from any location, without compromising the integrity of the network.
Application Control: Genians offers visibility and control over applications and services, allowing organizations to monitor and manage their use effectively. This helps to prevent unauthorized access and ensure compliance with security policies.
Compliance Assurance: Genians aligns with industry standards such as PCI, HIPAA, NIST, and ISO 27002, continuously monitoring compliance. This helps organizations meet regulatory requirements and avoid costly penalties.
Security Service Edge (SSE): Genians augments SSE to provide secure access to various IT assets, protecting users and data in a distributed network environment. This enhances security and ensures that data is protected, regardless of where it is accessed.
White-labeled SASE Solution: Available for Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs), Genians’ solution allows MSSPs to offer a branded, comprehensive security solution to their clients. This helps MSSPs expand their service offerings and meet the growing demand for advanced cybersecurity solutions.
The Power of Partnership: Genians and RAS Infotech
Genians’ technology, combined with RAS Infotech’s local expertise, forms a powerful combination for addressing Africa’s cybersecurity challenges. The comprehensive features, flexible deployment options, and transparent pricing offered by Genians have driven significant results in Africa. This partnership leverages RAS Infotech’s deep understanding of the local market and Genians’ cutting-edge technology to provide effective cybersecurity solutions.
Leadership Insights on the African Market
Akram Khazi, CEO of RAS Infotech, stated, “Genians’ technology, combined with RAS Infotech’s local expertise, is a powerful combination for addressing Africa’s cybersecurity challenges. Genians’ comprehensive features, flexible deployment options, and transparent pricing have driven significant results in Africa.”
Kyeyeon Kim, Co-founder and CTO of Genians added, “Africa is a dynamic market with rapidly increasing digital adoption. Our Universal ZTNA solution lays the groundwork for a secure digital future, even accommodating legacy environments. By partnering closely with RAS Infotech, we are dedicated to equipping organizations with the necessary tools to defend against evolving cyber threats.”
Commitment to Comprehensive Cybersecurity Solutions
Genians and RAS Infotech are dedicated to delivering comprehensive cybersecurity solutions that meet the unique needs of African businesses and government agencies. By leveraging their combined strengths, they are helping organizations across Africa build resilient, secure networks capable of withstanding the most sophisticated cyber threats. Their partnership represents a significant step forward in the fight against cybercrime in Africa, providing the tools and expertise necessary to secure the region’s digital future.
