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University Rapidly Deploys Pandemic Remote Access Solution to Facilitate Teaching and Learning for 41,000 South African Students During Lockdown.

The University of the Free State (UFS) provides many opportunities to scholars and faculty who go on to make significant contributions both locally and globally. Operating for the past 115 years, in the center of South Africa and surrounded by largely rural communities, students are offered degrees in business, economics, education, health, humanities, law, sciences, and theology with 57% of students qualifying for government assistance.

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Loretto School

Loretto School

SOC in a Box

In this Q&A case study discover how Loretto School re-evaluated their cybersecurity strategy, and implemented KHIPU Networks SOC in a Box.

Royal Central School of Speech & Drama

Royal Central School of Speech & Drama

Network Infrastructure - Firewalls - NOC

In this Q&A case study, Charles Bermudez, Deputy Director of IT at RCSSD shares their journey, from identifying critical needs to the selection and implementation of cutting-edge solutions from HPE Aruba Networking and Palo Alto Networks, all supported around the clock by the expertise of KHIPU’s Network Operations Centre (NOC).

Canterbury Christ Church University

Canterbury Christ Church University

SOC Services

Canterbury Christ Church University implements KHIPU’s SOC to provide 24x7x365 visibility and protection against Cyber Threats. Canterbury Christ Church University, in partnership with KHIPU, transforms and leverages existing security tools into a 24x7x365 Security Operations Centre (SOC) protected environment with sector-wide immediate response, remediation and proactive threat hunting capabilities.

Liverpool John Moores University

Liverpool John Moores University

Palo Alto Networks Firewall Infrastructure Upgrade

When their existing firewall infrastructure reached its end of life, LJMU seized the opportunity not just to upgrade, but to fundamentally enhance their security posture. This case study details how they improved their security posture, streamlined policy management, and enhanced their VPN capabilities. Discover the tangible benefits of a modern approach to network security in higher education.

TEC Partnership

TEC Partnership

SOC

TEC Partnership, one of England’s largest providers of further and higher education, faced the challenge of securing a vast and complex network spanning multiple campuses. With limited resources and disparate security systems, they were vulnerable to cyber threats. By deploying KHIPU’s SOC services, TEC Partnership embarked on a journey to transform their cybersecurity posture.

Barton Peveril Sixth Form College

Barton Peveril Sixth Form College

SOC

After almost 6 months of using KHIPU's Security Operations Centre (SOC) services, we asked Charlie Davis, IT Manager at Barton Peveril to share his views and experiences on how the SOC was performing amidst the ever-changing cyber threat landscape.

Royal Academy of Music

Royal Academy of Music

SOC

After almost 12 months of using KHIPU’s Security Operations Centre (SOC) services, we asked Sebastian Groves, Infrastructure and Cyber Security Manager at the academy, to share his views and experiences on how the SOC has performed amidst the ever-changing cyber threat landscape.

Weston College

Weston College

KHIPU Managed Firewall Services

Weston College, a leading educational institution serving nearly 30,000 learners across the country, faces the daily challenge of securing a vast and complex network. With three main campuses, numerous satellite centres, and over 4,000 devices connected, the College's IT team, led by Head of IT Kerrie Monk, must ensure the smooth operation of critical systems while safeguarding sensitive student and staff data.

Barton Peveril Sixth Form College

Barton Peveril Sixth Form College

HPE Aruba Networking - Palo Alto Networks

Largest Sixth Form College in the UK accelerates connectivity & cyber security with KHIPU, HPE Aruba Networking & Palo Alto Networks solution. Like the majority of further- and higher education institutions, Barton Peveril Sixth Form College is facing a common set of networking and cyber security challenges. With students and staff members each accessing the network via an increasing number of devices, in addition to those

University of Witwatersrand (Wits)

University of Witwatersrand (Wits)

Palo Alto Networks Cortex

In response to escalating cyber threats, University of the Witwatersrand needed a comprehensive cybersecurity solution to protect its extensive network of 41,000 students and staff. Partnering with KHIPU Networks and Palo Alto Networks, Wits implemented the advanced Cortex XDR and XSOAR platform. This unified system delivers extended protection, detection, and response capabilities across the university's network, ensuring the safety of its entire community.

University of Sunderland

University of Sunderland

Palo Alto Networks Prisma Access

In the wake of a significant cyberattack, the University of Sunderland needed to rapidly review its cybersecurity strategy. A change came in the form of Palo Alto Networks and KHIPU Networks. A single, unified network security and secure access service edge (SASE) platform strategy is helping to secure the University’s technical security integrity - and its future.

The King Alfred School

The King Alfred School

HPE Aruba Secure Campus Network

The King Alfred School (KAS) is a leading Co-Educational Independent Day School dedicated to fostering a vibrant learning environment for students aged 4-18. With so many pupils, ensuring a seamless educational experience in today’s technology-driven world presented a unique challenge for the school’s IT team.

Sheffield Hallam University

Sheffield Hallam University

SOC Services

A single, unified KHIPU and Palo Alto Networks endpoint and network security solution including Next Generation Firewalls and KHIPU'S 24x7 SOC. Solution: Next-Generation Firewalls, Cortex XDR, Cortex XSOAR, and Panorama; KHIPU SOC

Loretto School

Loretto School

SOC in a Box

Scotland's oldest and most presitgious private school announces the acquisition of KHIPU's Security Operations Centre (SOC) services to further enhance their cyber security capabilities. Solution: KHIPU Security Operations Centre (SOC)

Leicester College

Leicester College

SOC Services

KHIPU Networks Deliver Cost-Effective Education Sector-Specific Automated Endpoint Response Solution to Leicester College With an automated endpoint protection solution from KHIPU, Leicester College have now achieved an additional layer of proactive cyber security whilst freeing-up their more highly skilled technical resources to focus on high-level tasks Solution: KHIPU 'SOC Lite'

Canterbury Christ Church University

Canterbury Christ Church University

SOC Services

Canterbury Christ Church University implements KHIPU’s SOC to provide 24x7x365 visibility and protection against Cyber Threats Solution: KHIPU Security Operations Centre (SOC)

Bridgend College

Bridgend College

Cloud Security

Immutable backup solution becomes a crucial asset in protecting Bridgend College against ransomware. Learn how KHIPU Networks and Rubrik helped Bridgend College recover quickly from ransomware attacks.

Colchester Institute

Colchester Institute

Cloud Security

Why having a ransomware Incident Response Plan and Solution is critical in today’s fight against cyber crime. Learn how Colchester Institute partnered with KHIPU and Implemented Rubrik for their outstanding protection and recovery from cyber breaches, coupled with ease of deployment and management.

University of Derby

University of Derby

SOC Services

Implementing a world-class SOC at the University of Derby The University of Derby has standardised on a proven Palo Alto Networks security solution, delivered as part of an eXtended Managed Detection and Response (XMDR) service powered by KHIPU Networks Security Operations Centre (SOC).

TEC Partnership

TEC Partnership

SOC Services

Proactively protecting one of England’s largest providers of further and higher education The TEC Partnership is reaping the rewards of the Palo Alto Networks portfolio, delivered as an eXtended Managed Detection and Response (XMDR) service powered by KHIPU Networks’ Security Operations Centre (SOC).

University of the Free State (UFS)

University of the Free State (UFS)

NGFW & Secure Remote Access

Securely expand remote access capacity with little time, no onsite access, and a limited budget University Rapidly Deploys Pandemic Remote Access Solution to Facilitate Teaching and Learning for 41,000 South African Students During Lockdown. Solution: Palo Alto Networks

Aldenham Foundation

Aldenham Foundation

Endpoint Security

Securing a Dynamic Learning Environment Learn how Aldenham Foundation secured their network and endpoints across multiple locations while pursing a cloud-first strategy. Solution: Palo Alto Networks

Colchester Institute

Colchester Institute

Cloud Security

How Colchester Institute Recovered from a Crippling Ransomware Attack within Days Learn how Colchester Institute recovered from a crippling ransomware attack within days through the deployment of Rubrik. Solution: Rubrik

University of the Free State (UFS)

University of the Free State (UFS)

Preventing Malicious Email Attacks with Proofpoint.

Explore how University of the Free State (UFS) uses Proofpoint Enterprise Protection blocks attacks, secures email and ends blocklisting. Solution: Proofpoint

North-West University

North-West University

Achieving an 80% increase in security efficiency with Palo Alto Networks portfolio.

Palo Alto Networks portfolio provides this top-three South African university with trusted, innovative cybersecurity. Security efficiency has increased by 80%, and the university is on track to achieve a Zero Trust architecture. Solution: Palo Alto Networks

University of Cape Town

University of Cape Town

Prevention against phishing attacks

Learn how the University of Cape Town implemented KHIPU's simulated phishing and cyber security awareness solution to reduce its risks of cyber attacks. Solution: Simulated Phishing and Cyber Security Awareness (Phishing As A Service - PhaaS)

University of Winchester

University of Winchester

Pro-active and automated vulnerability scanning and management

The only way to manage vulnerabilities across large 1000+ server environments is through automation. Find out how the University of Winchester uses vulnerability management to protect against and prevent cyber threats. Solution: Vulnerability Scanning and Management (Greenbone)

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

Maintaining academic freedom while simultaneously reducing security risks

Having over 30,000 users on your network accessing the internet needs next-generation security to ensure the environment is protected against cyber attacks. Learn how the University of Southampton maintains it secure posture and enhances the user experience. Solution: Palo Alto Networks NextGen Firewalls

St John’s College

St John’s College

Creating student bubbles to enhance the University experience

Learn how St John's College, University of Cambridge, provides their students with a simple on-boarding process for all of their devices when arriving at the institution - with zero intervention from IT support / helpdesks. Solution: HPE Aruba Networks WiFi Clearpass Policy Manager (NAC)