AT&T launches first-and-only network with built-in security controls

  • AT&T Dynamic Defense™ is the first-and-only network with built-in security controls, which means it’s the first line of defense to protect your business.
  • Security is embedded directly into the network without the need for extra equipment, and our on-demand product empowers customers with the security capabilities within minutes, not weeks or months.
  • The AT&T network backbone carries more than 680 petabytes of data every day, allowing the company to have unprecedented visibility and industry leading threat intelligence to protect businesses.
  • Market rollout will take place in select locations, including Washington, D.C., Dallas, Texas, Atlanta, GA, Houston, TX, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Chicago, IL, New York, NY, Cleveland, OH, Los Angeles, CA, San Francisco, CA.

 

Beginning 20 February, AT&T Dynamic Defense will be available to new and existing AT&T Dedicated Internet business customers in the following areas with a broader rollout expected later this year: Washington, D.C., Dallas, TX, Atlanta, GA, Houston, TX, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Chicago, IL, New York, NY, Cleveland, OH, Los Angeles, CA, San Francisco, CA. The offering includes three package options to suit a variety of business needs, which are:

  • Standard, priced at $20/month, but is now being offered at no cost for the life of your AT&T Dedicated Internet Service.
  • Advanced, $175/month, includes the first two months at no charge, if you start your service before the end of 2024.
  • The Premium plan is set at $275/month.

Why is this important? 

As the future of connectivity continues to evolve, cybersecurity threat detection and mitigation have become a complex puzzle and costly expense for businesses.  From hybrid work models to innovation pressures, the rapid growth of digital infrastructure strategies greatly expands threat surfaces for businesses. AT&T Dynamic Defense™, embedded within AT&T’s network, quickly detects threats, filters traffic, and executes security controls without the additional cost of installation and equipment. It’s delivered directly and immediately to users – blocking and tackling threats in real-time, before ever reaching the customer.

Simplified, Seamless, Secure Experience

AT&T Dynamic Defense™ was designed with a simplified, seamless, and secure experience in mind. Regardless of size, business customers can easily activate the product online and benefit from its cybersecurity protection capabilities in minutes. The AT&T Dynamic Defense™ customer portal provides ongoing visibility to help customers detect and evaluate threats and implement policies to protect their businesses.

“Cybersecurity is a core strength at AT&T, and we’re setting a new standard of connectivity, with security that starts at the network level,” said Rick Welday, Head of AT&T Business. “Our customers deserve our best effort when it comes to protecting their businesses and this innovative product offers a robust shield against cyber threats, enabling them to do more than they ever could before.” 

Why AT&T?

Unprecedented Visibility – AT&T is the largest fiber internet provider1 and has the largest wireless network in the country2. The AT&T network backbone carries more than 680 petabytes of data every day, allowing the company to have unprecedented visibility and industry leading threat intelligence to protect customers.

Ease of Operation – AT&T Dynamic Defense is an easy-to-use security solution that’s built into AT&T’s network. It allows businesses of all sizes to tailor security policies to fit their specific needs. Whether you’re a small, medium, or large enterprise, AT&T Dynamic Defense can enhance or replace your current security systems, no matter your security demands.

On-Demand Security Controls – AT&T Dynamic Defense is an automated cybersecurity tool, that offers a more efficient and less complex approach to cybersecurity protection. It’s on-demand, which means it can be enabled and set up in minutes, without any downtime.

1 Based on publicly available data of the number of fiber-to-the-home consumer households

2 Based on comparison of carrier owned & operated networks. No AT&T on-net coverage in select countries, including Canada

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