Northstar Telecom is strengthening its cybersecurity offerings by partnering with SonicWall to introduce Firewall as a Service (FWaaS) to businesses in Bahrain. This fully managed solution provides advanced threat protection, round-the-clock security monitoring, and expert oversight, all offered through a simple monthly subscription.
As Bahrain’s first official SonicWall Service Provider Partner, Northstar Telecom brings enterprise-grade security solutions to businesses of all sizes, ensuring reliable and hassle-free protection against evolving cyber threats.
Ian Dench, Managing Director of Northstar Telecom, stated, “Cyber threats are constantly evolving, and businesses need reliable, hassle-free protection. Our Firewall as a Service, powered by SonicWall, ensures seamless security and connectivity without the complexity.”
Mohamed Abdallah, SonicWall’s Regional Director for Middle East, Turkey, and Africa, emphasized the importance of the collaboration, stating, “We are excited to collaborate with Northstar Telecom as Bahrain’s first official SonicWall Service Provider Partner. Together, we are making cybersecurity more accessible, ensuring businesses in Bahrain can operate with confidence in an increasingly digital world.”
The Firewall as a Service offering is available exclusively with Northstar Telecom’s Business Fiber Broadband, which is delivered over Bahrain’s national fiber network, providing all-in-one protection without requiring any upfront investment.
Northstar Telecom, a part of Northstar Technology, has been a licensed data telecommunications operator and ICT solutions provider in Bahrain since 2005, delivering carrier-grade fiber broadband through BNET’s national fiber network.
SonicWall, a cybersecurity leader with over 30 years of expertise, is recognized for its partner-first approach. The company delivers scalable security solutions across cloud, hybrid, and traditional environments, offering protection against the most advanced cyberattacks targeting remote, mobile, and cloud-enabled users. With a dedicated threat research center, SonicWall can provide purpose-built security solutions globally for enterprises, government agencies, and SMBs.
