Network Security

Protect Your Network. Protect Your Business.

Your network is the backbone of your organization. It connects your people, systems, and data — and it’s also the primary target for modern cyberattacks.

Preferred delivers Network Security services that protect your business from unauthorized access, data loss, and compliance risks through proactive monitoring, managed firewalls, and advanced threat prevention.

We keep your network secure, compliant, and resilient against evolving cyber threats.

Trusted by Businesses for

Years
1 +

24/7 managed firewalls and intrusion prevention

CMMC, HIPAA, and PCI compliance-ready configurations

98% client satisfaction, measured weekly

Fully integrated in TotalCare™ services

Why Network
Security Matters

A single misconfigured router or firewall rule can expose your entire environment.

Most small and mid-sized businesses lack real-time visibility into network traffic, leaving them vulnerable to hidden threats, data exfiltration, and compliance violations.

Preferred’s Network Security services combine proactive defense, continuous monitoring, and expert management to safeguard your network perimeter and every device connected to it.

We don’t just install tools. We build an ecosystem of protection that evolves with your business.

SMBs Cant Ignore Cybersecurity

How Preferred Helps

Our network defense approach combines modern security tools, experienced cybersecurity professionals, and continuous oversight from our Security Operations Center (SOC).

We protect every layer of your network, from the firewall to the endpoint.

How Preferred Helps

1. Managed Firewall Services

Your firewall is your first line of defense.

Preferred manages, monitors, and maintains next-generation firewalls that filter malicious traffic and enforce security policies automatically.

Firewall Management Includes:

Initial configuration and policy optimization

Continuous rule review and updates

Threat intelligence integration

VPN management and secure remote access

Reporting for compliance and insurance audits

We make sure your firewall always performs as it should, blocking threats before they reach your systems.

2. Intrusion Detection and Prevention (IDS/IPS)

Attackers don’t just knock on the door; they look for hidden ways in.

Our IDS/IPS systems detect and stop suspicious network activity before it leads to a breach.

Core Protections:

24/7 network traffic analysis

Real-time alerts and automated blocking

Detection of known and zero-day exploits

Integration with endpoint detection (EDR)

Continuous tuning by security engineers

If someone tries to penetrate your defenses, we’ll know within minutes and take action immediately.

 

3. Network Segmentation and Access Control

One compromised account shouldn’t jeopardize your entire business.

We design segmented network structures that limit access, isolate sensitive systems, and stop attacks from spreading.

Our Approach:

Role-based access control (RBAC)

VLAN segmentation for data isolation

Guest and contractor network separation

Zero-trust verification for device access

Ongoing policy enforcement and auditing

By minimizing risk exposure, you reduce the blast radius of any potential incident.

 
Secure Remote Access

4. Secure Remote Access

Hybrid and remote work environments demand secure connectivity. Preferred configures encrypted VPNs and zero-trust gateways that keep your remote users connected without exposing your network.

Capabilities Include:

Encrypted VPN configuration and management

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) for remote users

Continuous monitoring of active sessions

Automatic lockout of unauthorized devices

Detailed session logging for compliance

Your remote workforce stays productive, while your data stays protected.

5. Continuous Network Monitoring

Our 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) monitors network traffic in real time to detect anomalies and neutralize threats.

Monitoring Includes:

Real-time event logging and alerting

Integration with Managed Detection & Response (MDR)

Proactive remediation of vulnerabilities

Monthly or Quarterly reporting based on need

Automated notifications for policy breaches

You’ll always know the status of your network security. And we’ll handle incidents before they escalate.

Key Deliverables

Managed firewall configuration and monitoring

Intrusion detection and prevention (IDS/IPS)

Network segmentation and access control

Encrypted VPN and secure remote access

24/7 SOC monitoring and response

Compliance-ready documentation (CMMC, HIPAA, PCI)

Monthly security performance reports

“Preferred gave us visibility into our entire network. We now see, manage, and stop threats before they become problems.”

 Andrew Miller, 

CEO, Engineering Firm

Why Preferred

Cybersecurity-First Network Design

We design and manage your network with security at its core, not as an afterthought.

Continuous Protection

Our SOC team monitors and defends your environment 24/7 with real-time alerting and remediation.

Compliance Expertise

We help you maintain audit-ready configurations for CMMC, HIPAA, PCI, and cyber insurance requirements.

Cross-Platform Proficiency

Whether your office runs Mac, Windows, or both, we secure every device and connection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you manage our existing firewall hardware?

Yes. We support Cisco, SonicWall, Meraki, Fortinet, and other enterprise-grade firewalls.

Absolutely. We secure branch offices, remote sites, and cloud environments under one managed policy.

Yes. We often provide co-managed network security to extend your internal team’s capabilities.

Yes. All managed network clients receive monthly and quarterly security summaries suitable for audits and insurance renewals.

Performance by the Numbers

<10-minute

response time to critical alerts

3,000+

network endpoints secured

99.9%

network uptime under management

Secure the Foundation of Your Business

Protect your network against evolving cyber threats with proactive, managed security that never sleeps.

Let Preferred keep your business connected, compliant, and secure.