Cisco ASA Firewall Review

The filter with NAT mode is valuable but the security options needs to be improved.

What is most valuable?

The filter with NAT mode is valuable.

How has it helped my organization?

Not really, as we are a subcontractor we install and configure it for other companies.

What needs improvement?

Speed of execution and security options needs to be improved.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've used the devices for, more or less, one year.

What was my experience with deployment of the solution?

No issues so far.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

No issues so far.

What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

No issues so far.

How are customer service and technical support?

Customer Service:

3.5/5.

Technical Support:

3/5.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

Yes we did, but we switched due to Ciscos ASA's ability to support big data stream in some networks.

How was the initial setup?

It's not too complex, but it depends on the customers' network architecture.

What about the implementation team?

As a vendor, we find IT experts with CCIE certifications.

Which other solutions did I evaluate?

I haven't, and my first experience working with ASA, was a project with the specifications already defined

What other advice do I have?

You must specify your needs and choose the right options depending on the network requirements.

Which version of this solution are you currently using?

5505/5010/5020
**Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: Vendor.
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I like the user interface because the navigation is very easy, straightforward on your left side pane you have all the sites that you need to browse. Unlike any other firewalls, it's pretty straightforward.
We have multiple secure internal networks linked with our plants. We are from a oil company, so we have multiple plant areas which need to have restricted network access. Therefore, we are using it for restricting access to the plant area.
The initial setup was completely straightforward.
I would say the Firepower module is most valuable. I'm trying more to transition to this kind firewall. I had to study a little on Palo Alto Networks equipment. There is a lot I have to learn about the difference.
The stability of Cisco ASA is excellent compared to other products on the market. Because of our customer experience as an integrator company, our clients never report any performance problems. We have a good performance reputation with Cisco ASA.
The feature that I found most valuable is the overall stability of the product.
Right now, Cisco ASA NGFW has given us a lot of improvement. We are planning to move to a new facility and will be a much larger organization.
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