The old adage remains true – attackers only have to be right once, while defenders must be right every single time. That’s a tough job, especially as threats are bolstered by AI and grow more sophisticated.
Unfortunately, hackers don’t take days off.
For businesses, that means cybersecurity has become a critical part of business operations that cannot be treated as a reactive measure or “nice to have.” Instead, it must be woven into the very fabric of business networks where data flows, threats target, and business really happens.
Building Security into the Network
Our mission at AT&T Business is simple: make security as seamless as possible for our customers by building it directly into our network infrastructure. The more security we can include, the more threats we can block automatically, stopping malicious activity before it ever has a chance to reach a business. By embedding protection at the network level, we help businesses reduce complexity and stay safe in a constantly changing threat landscape.
Our extensive fiber network is backed by nearly 150 years of networking and innovation and gives us a unique vantage point on secured connectivity. With our team of experts analyzing over one exabyte of network data daily (the equivalent of stacking 20 billion filing cabinets on top of each other), we have unparalleled insight into evolving threats across our infrastructure. This visibility helps us detect and respond to threats where they can be addressed earlier and more effectively: at the network level.
We’re setting new standards for business security with our latest solutions, including AT&T Dynamic Defense, AT&T Dynamic Defense with Palo Alto Networks, and AT&T Managed SASE with Cisco or Palo Alto Networks. These offerings are designed to help organizations of every size protect what matters most – without sacrificing performance, simplicity, or control.
Dynamic Defense: Security Where It Matters Most
Many organizations may not think of their internet service provider as their first call for security, but at AT&T, we believe they should.
AT&T Dynamic Defense brings business-grade threat protection closer to where online threats originate: directly in the network. With comprehensive, network-embedded security controls, Dynamic Defense blocks threats before they reach your systems, applications, devices, or people. It’s more than just another layer; it’s an intelligent, ML/AI-driven firewall that scales with your business1.
AT&T Dynamic Defense with Palo Alto Networks delivers a new standard of enterprise defense by combining Network embedded AI-powered intelligence and global network insight to protect uptime, performance, and trust in an increasingly complex threat landscape.
Even the Dallas Cowboys trust Dynamic Defense, embedding it within their AT&T Dedicated Internet connection, to help ensure their multibillion-dollar global operation stays protected.
SASE Solutions: Secure Access, Simplified
Managed SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) merges network and security functions into a unified, cloud-delivered service. That means teams can securely access the resources they need from anywhere, without the shortcomings of traditional hardware solutions.
Unlike conventional VPNs, SASE leverages zero-trust principles for user verification and provides direct, secure access to cloud applications and business systems, reducing bottlenecks and reliance on single gateways.
Our Managed SASE collaborations with Cisco and Palo Alto Networks mean businesses get best in class security, better visibility, and optimized network performance, all managed end-to-end by AT&T. This single-vendor approach is all about giving customers the simpler and smarter way to secure the business, no matter where they're doing business.
A Security Toolkit Built for You
Every business faces unique security challenges, and there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. That’s why our approach is flexible. Whether you need comprehensive protection with Dynamic Defense, the adaptability of SASE, or a blend of both, our portfolio is designed to support the evolving security needs of businesses. As businesses grow and change, defenses can evolve alongside them for seamless integration and clear visibility across the security landscape.
By combining cutting-edge threat intelligence, integrated security solutions, and a powerful partner ecosystem for businesses of all sizes, AT&T delivers a platform that’s not just robust and proactive, but also easy to use. Our approach is earning attention across the cybersecurity community. Recently, we were honored with several awards, including:
- CyberSecurity Breakthrough Award for 2025 SMB CyberSecurity Solution of the Year – AT&T SASE with Cisco Meraki
- 2025 Cloud Computing SASE Product of the Year – AT&T SASE with Cisco and Cisco Meraki
- 2025 Gold Globee® Award for Outstanding Network Security Solution – AT&T Dynamic Defense
Cybersecurity isn’t just a technical challenge; it’s a daily commitment to protecting what matters most. By integrating security into the network and adapting to new threats, businesses can build resilience and confidence in a changing landscape.
Together, we can make security a foundational part of every organization’s story.
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