Our Secure Boundary service provides a perimeter security solution offering protection against security threats.
This solution is part of a larger programme of work being delivered by NHS England’s Cyber Operations to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of patient data, as well as protecting clinical and business systems from emerging threats.
The solution uses next generation firewall (NGFW) and web application firewall (WAF) protection to protect internet traffic from digital and cloud-based threats.
There will be an initial cost to NHS organisations to fund the onboarding. The ongoing run service element is centrally funded and is therefore free for NHS organisations.
The Benefits
Find out about the benefits of NHS Secure Boundary.
Visibility
An increased visibility of network traffic, so NHS organisations can better manage their own risk.
Intelligence
It provides enriched threat intelligence, enabling us to respond quickly across the NHS during incidents.
Compliance
It provides capabilities to improve Data Security Protection Toolkit (DSPT) and Cyber Essentials plus (CE+) assessment scores.
Value
It’s procured at scale to one national standard, enabling improved planning and better value for money for the NHS.
