Partner profile
Appgate
The Leader in Zero Trust Network Access
Founded 2019 · Coral Gables, FL · 201-1,000 employees · Private, VC/PE backed
Partnership Overview
Who Appgate is built for
Large enterprises and government agencies (especially defense) replacing legacy VPNs with Zero Trust architecture, with distributed workforces and complex hybrid environments.
Appgate is a cybersecurity company specializing in Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and Software-Defined Perimeter (SDP) solutions that replace legacy VPNs with identity-centric, least-privilege network access. Their SDP-based platform dynamically creates encrypted one-to-one network connections, making infrastructure invisible to unauthorized users. Appgate serves large enterprises and government agencies requiring modern secure access for distributed workforces and complex hybrid environments.
- VerifiedSep 6, 2026 · high confidence
- 4solutions across 2 categories
- 7 yrsin business, since 2019
- 201-1,000employees
Why teams pick Appgate
- Pioneer of SDP / Zero Trust Network Access
- Patented one-to-one encrypted micro-tunnels
- Strong government/defense customer base
- Cloud + on-prem deployment
- Forrester Wave ZTNA leader
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Get matched insteadRecognition & proof points
Selected as a participant in the NIST National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (NCCoE) 'Implementing a Zero Trust A…Certification · NIST
A Forrester Total Economic Impact (TEI) study quantifies ROI, cost savings and risk reduction for Appgate ZTNAAnalyst recognition · Forrester
Notable clients
Vendor-reportedAppgate states it safeguards enterprises and government agencies worldwide. Published U.S. federal/DoD programs include the Space Force, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force / Platform One (Cloud Native Access Point) and U.S. Cyber Command / JCWA.
Our Solutions
Rubber Duck solutions through Appgate
From first evaluation to day-to-day operations, Rubber Duck Technology helps you get full value from Appgate's Connectivity & SASE and Cybersecurity & Compliance solutions. We fit them to the systems you already run, remove overlap, and give you a clear view of how they perform, so your team can move faster with fewer surprises.
Connectivity & SASE
SASE / SSE
Appgate provides secure access as part of a modern SSE approach, using its SDP architecture to enforce identity-centric access for distributed workforces.
- Identity-centric access Risk-based access policies enforce least privilege across distributed environments.
- VPN replacement Replaces legacy VPNs with software-defined, invisible-infrastructure access.
AWS
Microsoft AzureCybersecurity & Compliance
Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)
Appgate delivers identity-centric, least-privilege ZTNA built on its Software-Defined Perimeter, replacing legacy VPNs with dynamically created encrypted network connections.
- ZTNA pioneer Appgate pioneered SDP and Zero Trust Network Access and is recognized as a Forrester Wave leader.
- One-to-one micro-tunnels Patented one-to-one encrypted micro-tunnels make infrastructure invisible to unauthorized users.
- Cloud and on-prem Supports both cloud and on-premise deployment for complex hybrid environments.
AWSMicrosoft Azure
OktaIdentity & Access Management
Appgate applies identity-centric controls and risk-based authentication to grant network access dynamically based on user and device posture.
- Risk-based authentication Access policies adapt to risk signals rather than static network location.
- Government-grade A strong government and defense customer base validates its access model.
OktaFirewall / Network Security
Appgate's Software-Defined Perimeter cloaks infrastructure from unauthorized users, providing network-layer protection that complements traditional firewalling.
- Invisible infrastructure Unauthorized users cannot see or reach protected resources.
- Native cloud integration Integrates natively with AWS and Azure for cloud-based protection.
AWSMicrosoft AzureHow Appgate delivers
24/7 global technical support with customer success management; professional services for design, deployment and migration. Flexible SaaS or self-hosted (on-prem / hybrid / multi-cloud) deployment via distributed, stateless appliances (Controller, Gateway, LogServer) for direct-routed, low-latency access. (vendor-reported)
Services in detail
- Implementation & OnboardingDelivered as project-based implementation alongside SaaS or on-premise deployment.
- Architecture & DesignDelivered as consultative architecture and design engagements for hybrid environments.
- Customer SuccessDelivered as an ongoing customer success relationship tied to the subscription.
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