Vanguard Managed Solutions Recognized By Cisco As a Managed Security Service Provider Advanced Technology Provider
Posted on: Thursday, 16 February 2006, 15:00 CST
MANSFIELD, Mass., Feb. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Vanguard Managed Solutions (VanguardMS(TM)), the largest independent managed services provider in the US, announced today it has achieved the Managed Security Service Provider Advanced Technology Provider (ATP) status from Cisco Systems(R). This ATP designation recognizes VanguardMS for its commitment to delivering managed security services based on Cisco technology and having invested in training to obtain expertise in selling, designing, installing, managing, and supporting a comprehensive Cisco network security solution.
"The Managed Security Service Provider ATP indicates that VanguardMS has a commitment to investing in gaining the knowledge and expertise to successfully provide remote security solutions based on leading Cisco security products," said Edison Peres, vice president, advanced and core technologies, Worldwide Channels at Cisco Systems. "These remote security solutions are intended to provide higher availability and better protection of customer IT infrastructure."
According to Steven D. Dalrymple, chief executive officer, VanguardMS, the ATP designation is a key event for his company. "We are pleased with this designation from Cisco. It is an important step forward in working with the many businesses today that depend on Cisco solutions, and which also rely on VanguardMS to achieve networks that are safe, reliable, and efficient," said Dalrymple. "We look forward to making our SecureGuard(SM) and CareGuard(R) services available to an even broader cross-section of companies."
Resource Requirements
The Managed Security Service Provider ATP required VanguardMS to achieve a combination of Cisco Qualified Specialist as well as a variety of industry certifications including CISSP, SSCP, SCNA, SCNP and GIAC. In addition, VanguardMS was required to fulfill the following job roles with qualified individuals who have met specific testing requirements: an account manager or engagement manager, one project manager, one system engineer, four SOC analysts and four SOC engineers.
Customer Satisfaction Requirement
Beyond the personnel requirements, VanguardMS has agreed to meet the requirements regarding documenting customer satisfaction. This includes undertaking a random customer survey to obtain a customer satisfaction rating. In order to maintain its ATP status, VanguardMS must obtain a 4.0 average rating out of a possible 5.0 for every five surveys completed.
Lab Requirement
The Managed Security Service Provider ATP also requires VanguardMS to have or have access to a Cisco certified lab that contains the designated Cisco security products. In addition, the lab must be suitable for the following purposes: Proof-of-concept demonstrations, internal training, and network emulation.
About Vanguard Managed Solutions
Headquartered in Mansfield, Mass., Vanguard Managed Solutions (VanguardMS(TM)) is the largest independent managed services provider in the US and a leading source of enterprise networking equipment. By offering managed services at a cost-effective monthly subscription fee, its clients achieve networks that are safe, reliable, and efficient, without making a huge investment in IT support staff and tools. Through its high quality, reliable routing products, VanguardMS enables clients to achieve custom, scalable networks that enhance productivity, while cutting costs. The company is ISO 9001:2000 registered.
VanguardMS is owned by Platinum Equity, a global organization specializing in the merger, acquisition, and operation of companies in a broad range of business markets, including information technology, software, and telecommunications. To date, the firm has acquired more than $11 billion in gross, consolidated revenues. In 2005, Platinum was named the 18th largest private company in the United States by Forbes magazine.
Contacts: Laura Whitcher Francine Carb Vanguard Managed Solutions Markitects 508-261-5764 610-687-2200, x301 lwhitcher@vanguardms.com fcarb@markitects.com
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Vanguard Managed Solutions
CONTACT: Laura Whitcher of Vanguard Managed Solutions, +1-508-261-5764,lwhitcher@vanguardms.com ; or Francine Carb of Markitects, +1-610-687-2200,x301, fcarb@markitects.com
Web site: http://www.vanguardms.com/
Source: PRNewswire
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