AEGIS NaaS: The Modern Network Delivered as a Service

What is Network as a Service (NaaS)?

Network as a Service (NaaS) is a modern consumption model for enterprise networking. It provides fully managed network infrastructure—delivered as a subscription—removing the need for customers to own, operate, or maintain their own hardware.

Instead of designing, procuring, and troubleshooting your own network, you consume a complete service that’s built, supported, and operated by a trusted partner.

AEGIS NaaS, powered by Intelligent Visibility, is a fully managed network service built exclusively on Arista and Cato Networks platforms' best-of-breed platforms. It combines high-performance switching, Wi-Fi, SD-WAN, and SASE into one cohesive solution—engineered, delivered, and operated by our expert team.

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What is AEGIS NaaS?

AEGIS NaaS is not a generic network monitoring package or a toolset. It is a complete, production-ready infrastructure stack paired with full lifecycle management and operations—delivered as a service.

AEGIS Branch NaaS Includes:

• LAN – Enterprise-grade switching using Arista’s campus switching portfolio
• Wi-Fi – Cloud-managed wireless through Arista Cognitive Wi-Fi or integrated partners
• SASE – Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) delivered via Cato Networks for edge security, SD-WAN, Zero Trust, and cloud optimization
• NAC - Network Access Control, integrated with your Directory Services enforces user and device-specific policies for all wired and wireless connections.

AEGIS NaaS is designed, deployed, and fully operated by Intelligent Visibility. We provide continuous support, monitoring, and lifecycle upgrades—so you can focus on your business, not your infrastructure.

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Benefits of NaaS

Fully Managed from Day One

AEGIS NaaS includes design, deployment, 24x7 monitoring, incident response, and ongoing optimization. No need for internal resources to maintain or patch devices—we handle it all.

Security-First Architecture

Every deployment is built around Zero Trust and SASE principles. Identity-aware access, encryption, and centralized policy control are standard, not optional.

Predictable Costs

AEGIS NaaS is offered as a subscription. No large upfront investments. No surprise refreshes. Just a consistent, predictable spend aligned with your business scale.

Best-of-Breed Technology

The platform is purpose-built using Arista (LAN + Wi-Fi) and Cato (SASE), ensuring high performance, deep visibility, and seamless cloud and edge integration.

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SASE vs. SD-WAN

Many organizations begin their journey with SD-WAN. But SD-WAN alone doesn’t solve for security, access control, or cloud performance.

SASE, by comparison, converges SD-WAN, firewall, secure web gateway, and Zero Trust access into a single cloud-native platform.

AEGIS NaaS integrates SD-WAN as part of a broader SASE strategy, ensuring that connectivity and security work together from day one.

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What is SASE?

Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) is a modern networking architecture that combines network connectivity and security into a single, cloud-delivered platform.

Traditional enterprise networks backhaul traffic to centralized data centers for security inspection. But with users, apps, and data now distributed across cloud services, remote workforces, and global locations—that model breaks down.

SASE solves this problem by pushing security and access control to the edge—where users and data live.

A true SASE solution includes:

• SD-WAN for intelligent, application-aware routing

• Firewall-as-a-Service (FWaaS) for network-layer threat prevention

• Secure Web Gateway (SWG) to enforce web usage policies

• Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) for SaaS governance

• Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) to authenticate and authorize users based on identity and context

With SASE, your security policies follow the user—not the device, network, or location.

Key Benefits of SASE:

• Consistent policy enforcement across all users and sites

• Reduced reliance on MPLS or VPN infrastructure

• Improved performance and user experience for cloud apps

• Built-in support for Zero Trust architecture

• Simplified operations through a unified platform

AEGIS NaaS leverages Cato Networks’ SASE platform to deliver all of these capabilities as part of our managed service—ensuring that every site, user, and application is protected by default, no matter where they are.

AEGIS NaaS Use Cases

NaaS for Retail

Retail organizations operate in highly distributed, customer-facing environments where network performance, uptime, and security are non-negotiable. From point-of-sale systems to customer Wi-Fi, inventory tracking, and digital signage—everything depends on reliable, secure connectivity.

AEGIS NaaS gives retailers a fully managed, always-on network infrastructure that scales across stores, pop-ups, distribution centers, and corporate offices. It’s built to support modern retail operations with minimal onsite IT and a consistent experience from location to location.

How AEGIS NaaS Supports Retail:

• Fast Store Openings

Deploy new locations quickly with pre-architected branch networks using Arista for LAN/Wi-Fi and Cato for secure WAN and cloud connectivity.

• Secure Point-of-Sale (POS) Operations

Keep customer transactions secure and PCI-compliant with integrated firewalling, segmentation, and encrypted traffic flows.

• Reliable Guest Wi-Fi

Provide safe, high-performance guest access that’s isolated from internal systems and easily managed through a centralized cloud dashboard.

• Inventory & Logistics Visibility

Ensure your in-store systems stay connected to ERP, WMS, and e-commerce platforms, even in bandwidth-constrained environments.

• 24x7 Managed Operations

Our team monitors, manages, and remediates issues across every store—no need for onsite technical resources or field dispatch for common issues.

• Peak Season Ready

Handle seasonal surges in traffic with scalable, cloud-based SASE architecture that flexes with your business needs.

The Business Impact:

• Faster time-to-revenue for new store openings
• Stronger customer experience with seamless connectivity
• Reduced risk of breaches or compliance violations
• Simplified support and operations with fewer escalations
• Predictable network costs aligned with store count and service levels

AEGIS NaaS is ideal for national and regional retailers looking to modernize their infrastructure, simplify operations, and enable innovation across the storefront.

NaaS for Healthcare

NaaS for Healthcare

Healthcare organizations require secure, compliant, and always-available network infrastructure to support critical clinical applications, protect patient data, and deliver modern care experiences. From hospitals and specialty clinics to labs and remote care sites, the demands on healthcare networks have never been higher.

AEGIS NaaS delivers a fully managed, HIPAA-aligned networking solution purpose-built for healthcare environments—ensuring that connectivity, access, and security are consistent across every site, every user, and every device.

How AEGIS NaaS Supports Healthcare:

• Secure Access to EHRs and Clinical Systems

Ensure fast, reliable, and encrypted access to Epic, Cerner, and other EMR platforms—whether on-premises or in the cloud.

• Support for Telehealth and Remote Clinics

Enable seamless video consultations and remote diagnostics through optimized, low-latency SD-WAN and SASE-based routing.

• Segmentation for Medical Devices (IoMT)

Protect sensitive medical equipment and IoT devices through identity-based segmentation, limiting lateral movement and risk.

• HIPAA-Ready Infrastructure

Built-in security controls—firewalling, ZTNA, traffic encryption, and access logging—support compliance with HIPAA and other data privacy standards.

• Always-On Operations

24x7x365 network monitoring, incident response, and lifecycle support ensures critical infrastructure stays up—even during peak times or maintenance windows.

• Cloud-First Clinical Applications

Provide optimized access to cloud-hosted imaging, lab, or scheduling tools through a secure, cloud-native backbone.

The Business Impact:

• Improved clinical workflows with faster, more reliable app access
• Stronger patient data protection and regulatory alignment
• Reduced IT overhead and field service costs
• Better care experiences with high-availability connectivity
• Scalable model that grows with new clinics, acquisitions, or services

AEGIS NaaS is ideal for health systems, specialty practices, urgent care networks, and remote care providers seeking to modernize IT without compromising security, compliance, or patient experience.

NaaS for Manufacturing

Modern manufacturing depends on high-performance, resilient networks to support production lines, connected devices, logistics, and global operations. Whether you’re enabling smart factories, integrating OT with IT, or supporting remote access to design and ERP systems—network infrastructure is a critical foundation.

AEGIS NaaS delivers a fully managed, secure, and scalable network platform built for industrial environments, helping manufacturers reduce downtime, optimize operations, and safeguard critical systems.

How AEGIS NaaS Supports Manufacturing:

• Reliable Plant Connectivity

Ensure always-on access across production floors, warehouses, and control rooms with Arista-powered wired and wireless infrastructure.

• Segmentation for OT & IoT

Keep operational technology (PLC/SCADA systems, sensors, machinery) isolated and secure with policy-based segmentation and micro-perimeters.

• Edge-to-Cloud Performance

Leverage Cato’s SD-WAN and SASE platform to optimize WAN performance between plants, data centers, and cloud-hosted systems like MES, ERP, or CAD tools.

• Resilient Global Connectivity

Support global operations with a converged, cloud-native backbone that provides consistent performance and policy enforcement—no matter the region.

• Support for Lean IT Models

Reduce operational overhead and staffing burden by offloading network management, monitoring, and incident response to our team.

• Scalable for M&A or New Sites

Onboard new manufacturing sites, contract facilities, or acquired businesses quickly with templated designs and cloud-managed architecture.

The Business Impact:

• Reduced downtime and faster recovery during outages or shifts
• Stronger cybersecurity posture for critical infrastructure
• Simplified global operations with centralized visibility and control
• Faster time-to-value when expanding production capacity
• Predictable IT costs aligned to site and business growth

AEGIS NaaS is ideal for manufacturers modernizing their industrial infrastructure, consolidating global networks, or enabling Industry 4.0 capabilities.

NaaS for Mergers, Acquisitions, and Divestitures

Mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures create immediate and often complex network challenges. IT teams are asked to integrate—or separate—critical infrastructure quickly while minimizing disruption to operations, users, and customers.

AEGIS NaaS gives organizations the agility, speed, and control needed to execute M&A and divestiture strategies with confidence. With a fully managed, modular network built on Arista and Cato, we help enterprises simplify transitions, accelerate Day 1 readiness, and reduce integration risk.

How AEGIS NaaS Supports M&A and Divestitures:

• Rapid Integration of Acquired Sites

Connect acquired branches, offices, or production facilities to your corporate network in days—not months—using pre-architected designs and zero-touch deployment.

• Seamless Carve-Outs During Divestiture

Spin off business units with clean, segmented network environments that can be operated independently or transitioned to new ownership without service interruption.

• Identity-Based Policy & Segmentation

Apply role-based access and segmentation from Day 1 to ensure that users, systems, and applications stay secure—especially in shared or transitional environments.

• Cloud-Native Connectivity

Avoid costly circuits and long procurement timelines. Our SASE backbone provides global WAN and cloud access with consistent performance and security.

• Unified Visibility & Control

Manage both legacy and newly acquired environments through a single pane of glass with built-in monitoring, auditing, and lifecycle support.

• Scalable Licensing and Cost Model

Scale network services up or down in line with the business structure. No stranded hardware, refresh costs, or complex transfer agreements.

The Business Impact:

• Accelerated M&A timelines with ready-to-deploy infrastructure
• Reduced risk of operational disruptions during transition periods
• Simplified Day 1/Day 100 network planning and execution
• Improved visibility and governance over hybrid environments
• Future-ready architecture that supports continued strategic growth

AEGIS NaaS is ideal for companies in active M&A cycles, preparing for divestitures, or building the IT agility needed to support future transactions. We help ensure your network becomes an enabler of business change—not a barrier.

NaaS Cost Model

Traditional enterprise networking comes with unpredictable costs—hardware refresh cycles, unplanned maintenance, support contracts, and inconsistent implementation across locations. AEGIS NaaS replaces that complexity with a simple, predictable subscription model that scales with your business.

What’s Included in the Subscription:

AEGIS NaaS is delivered as a fully managed service. Your subscription includes:

• Hardware – Arista switches and Wi-Fi access points; Cato SASE edge devices where applicable
• Software Licensing – All required platform and subscription licensing from Arista and Cato
• Design & Implementation – Site surveys, architectural design, and turnkey deployment
• 24x7x365 Monitoring & Incident Response – Proactive issue detection, escalation, and resolution
• Configuration Management & Lifecycle Operations – Moves, adds, changes, and firmware upgrades
• Zero Trust & SASE Policy Configuration – Identity-based access control and segmentation setup
• NAC Policy Configuration – Identity-based access control setup and integration with IAM/Directory Services
• Cloud Management & Analytics Platforms – Access to CloudVision, Cato Management Portal, and telemetry dashboards
• Lifecycle Refresh – Hardware upgrades included at end-of-life with no additional capital outlay

There are no hidden support contracts, bolt-on management fees, or separate refresh planning exercises. Everything is included.

How Pricing Works:

AEGIS NaaS is priced based on:

• Number of locations or sites (e.g., branches, retail stores, clinics, warehouses)

• Number of knowledge workers
• Type and size of the environment (e.g. carpeted office, lab, distribution center, manufacturing)
• Service level and lifecycle planning
• Contract term

Optional Add-Ons (Priced Separately):

For environments that want to turn over management of more of the branch infrastructure, we offer the following add-ons

• Managed Detection & Response - Add 24x7 SOC with active threat hunting and remediation services for the entire AEGIS NaaS environment
• Unified Communications - Dial tone, conferencing, messaging, handsets and softphones, and SIP trunks and gateway
• Private 5G - For OT or in lieu of DAS a fully managed private 5G experience for your critical wireless infrastructure, where WiFi may not be the best solution

AEGIS NaaS transforms networking from a CapEx-heavy cost center into an agile, consumption-based service—delivering better value, more control, and complete lifecycle peace of mind!

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