Cisco Systems Reviews, Ratings & Features 2026 | Gartner Peer Insights

Gartner defines security service edge (SSE) as an offering that secures access to the web, cloud services and private applications regardless of the location of the user, the device they are using or where that application is hosted. SSE protects users from malicious and inappropriate content on the web and provides enhanced security and visibility for the SaaS and private applications accessed by end users.
Security service edge provides a primarily cloud-delivered solution to control access from end users and devices to applications, as well as websites and the internet. It provides a range of security capabilities, including adaptive access based on identity and context, malware protection, data security and threat prevention, as well as the associated analytics and visibility. It enables more direct connectivity for hybrid users by reducing latency and providing the potential for improved user experience. Capabilities that are integrated across multiple traffic types and destinations allow a more seamless experience for both users and administrators while maintaining a consistent security stance.

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Cisco Secure Client

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Cisco Secure Access

Cisco Systems

Manager

Cisco Secure Client has been a very useful and powerful tool for us, particularly for VPN connectivity and also for posture assessment.  When used within an overall Cisco based infrastructure the integration works well across the board

50M - 250M USD

1B - 3B USD

<50M USD

500M - 1B USD

30B + USD

250M - 500M USD

3B - 10B USD

10B - 30B USD

Gov't/PS/ED <5,000 Employees

Gov't/PS/ED 5,000 - 50,000 Employees

Gov't/PS/ED 50,000 + Employees

JR.DETAILING ENGINEER

I have deployed this product in my customer and my firm. It's a nice one for our security market. And then our Cisco is a GUI-based best-in-class product in the SASE market.

IT Associate

Cisco Secure Access is a cloud-based secure access solution that works for branches, remote users and cloud applications.Cisco Secure Access helps organizations provide safe access to the internet, cloud apps and internet applications.Cisco Secure Access works as a user connects to the internet or cloud application and traffic is sent to Cisco Secure Access to check security such as is it trusted or is the device secure and then it allows or denies access.
Cisco Secure Access deployment is very simple, easy and fast with Cisco products.


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Cisco is a company that specializes in networking technologies, particularly Internet Protocol (IP)-based solutions. It was established in 1984 by a group of computer scientists from Stanford University. As of today, Cisco has a global workforce, continuing to innovate in various fields, notably in routing and switching. Adding to its core business, the company also delves into emerging technologies including home networking, IP telephony, optical networking, security features, storage area networking, and wireless technology. Moreover, Cisco extends its expertise to offer a sweeping range of services such as technical support and advanced services. The company sells its products and services on an enterprise level, to commercial businesses, service providers, and end-users.

Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) enables people to make powerful connections--whether in business, education, philanthropy, or creativity. Cisco hardware, software, and service offerings are used to create the Internet solutions that make networks possible--providing easy access to information anywhere, at any time. 

Cisco was founded in 1984 by a small group of computer scientists from Stanford University. Since the company's inception, Cisco engineers have been leaders in the development of Internet Protocol (IP)-based networking technologies. Today, with more than 71,000 employees worldwide, this tradition of innovation continues with industry-leading products and solutions in the company's core development areas of routing and switching, as well as in advanced technologies such as home networking, IP telephony, optical networking, security, storage area networking, and wireless technology. In addition to its products, Cisco provides a broad range of service offerings, including technical support and advanced services. 

Cisco sells its products and services, both directly through its own sales force as well as through its channel partners, to large enterprises, commercial businesses, service providers, and consumers.

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Favorable Review

Cloud-Based Security Solution Enables Safe Access to Applications and Internet Resources

Critical Review

Cisco Product Praised for User-Friendly GUI but Support Team Faces Criticism

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