Securing Cash Management Operations with Versa ZTNA
Hitachi Cash
Hitachi Cash is a leading end-to-end cash management services provider, catering to both financial institutions and retail enterprises. Their services encompass ATM cash replenishment, retail cash logistics, vault operations, and real-time cash forecasting. With a vast network and round-the-clock operations, Hitachi Cash ensures seamless and efficient management of daily cash requirements across India.
Challenges
As Hitachi Cash scaled its operations and expanded its service footprint, several security and access management challenges emerged:
Unsecure Remote Access
Field and remote workforce needed secure access to internal systems and applications.
Lack of Visibility and Control
Traditional VPNs lacked granular access policies and visibility into user behavior.
Compliance and Risk Management
Meeting industry and client compliance standards required tighter access governance and auditing.
Increased Attack Surface
A growing number of endpoints and third-party integrations increased exposure to cyber threats.
Solutions
Caudate tech deployed Versa Networks Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solution tailored to Hitachi Cash’s unique operational and security needs.
Unsecure Remote Access
Enabled secure, context-aware access to applications only after verifying user identity, device posture, and user role.
Cloud-delivered SSE Framework
Provided centralized policy enforcement and real-time visibility across all endpoints and locations.
Micro
segmentation
Restricted lateral movement across the network, isolating critical services from potential threats.
Seamless User Experience
Eliminated the need for traditional VPNs, providing fast, always-on access for field agents and operations teams.
Results and Benefits
Enhanced Security Posture
Reduced risk of unauthorized access and insider threats through strict ZTNA enforcement.
Improved Compliance
Helped meet regulatory and contractual requirements through detailed logging, auditing, and access control.
Operational Efficiency
Enabled secure, fast access to core applications for remote and mobile users without compromising user experience.
Future
Readiness
Established a scalable, cloud-native security foundation ready to integrate with other SSE components like CASB and SWG.