Item: Forcepoint Secure Web Gateway
Rating: 8
Author: Verified User

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

Forcepoint Web Security Suite is used to control access for our users to avoid access to personal storage and email in order to prevent sensitive data from being leaked outside of the organization along with blocking malicious websites. We have also deployed the endpoint solution on company laptops so they are protected outside of our organization as well.

Pros and Cons

Automatically syncs with the master database to have a current list of bad sites
Centralized management to all devices
Centralized configuration of Categories

Upgrade process
Support is sometimes slow to respond
The complexity of the configurations

Return on Investment

+ ROI with Forcepoint overall is worth the cost especially if doing a multi-year subscription
- Hardware support is separate from software which can get a little frustrating if not managed well
+ Once configured, it is very easy to manage devices and make changes

Alternatives Considered

Cisco Umbrella and Check Point 41000 Security Systems

Currently comparing

Other Software Used

Cisco ASA, Check Point 41000 Security Systems, Check Point Firewall Software Blade, Check Point 21000 Appliances

Likelihood to Recommend

Overall, I believe ForcePoint is a good solid product though there are some environments were other solutions work better and may be more cost-effective.

Good Solid Product

Overall Satisfaction with Forcepoint Web Security Suite