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Professional ice hockey team , Seattle Kraken , has deployed WatchGuard Technologies ’ Unified Security Platform , providing comprehensive protection against cyberthreats for the NHL ’ s 32nd franchise . Sean Rawlins , Seattle Kraken Director of IT , tells us more .
SEATTLE KRAKEN ADOPTS STRONGER CYBERDEFENSE WITH WATCHGUARD ’ S UNIFIED SECURITY PLATFORM
he Seattle Kraken hockey franchise ,
T the NHL ’ s 32nd franchise , has completed the first phase of implementation of WatchGuard ’ s Unified Security Platform .
During the 2023 – 2024 season , the Kraken ’ s IT team deployed WatchGuard firewalls , endpoint protection , antivirus , advanced threat detection and response across all environments , and device and patch management .
Providing enterprise-grade protection from a single intuitive console with unmatched ease of use , WatchGuard enables the Kraken IT staff to protect the team ’ s digital assets , including sensitive data and proprietary information .
WatchGuard gives the IT team comprehensive tools to deliver safe online experiences for both globe-trotting employees and fans at home . WatchGuard offers fast configuration and management of devices and policies and intuitive , at-a-glance access to critical threat information .
Protecting a global brand against global cybersecurity risks
The Seattle Kraken need a strong defence on the ice and – when it comes to stopping cyberthreats – off the ice as well . Entering the league for the 2021 – 2022 season the team quickly established itself as a recognisable brand . Protecting critical digital assets is top of mind for the Kraken IT team . According to Director of IT Sean Rawlins : “ We need robust , multi-faceted security to protect sensitive data and proprietary information . In addition , it ’ s a top priority for us to ensure the security of fan data and online experiences .”
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