Traditional security architectures in physical data centres are highly complex. The network security relies on static machines and devices, and have limitations in a virtualized infrastructure. In contrast, software defined security is gaining traction due to its value of simplicity in the network security. The protection via software defined security is not tied to any special security device or server, it is based on logical policies.

As there is a rising concern among organizations for the security of their virtualized infrastructures, they are investing on software defined security for automation of their network security management. Although there is a low awareness among the organizations of the available solutions, and thus, requires efforts from vendors to promote the benefits of the solutions. In addition, there also is a lack of industry standards which is in the development phase.

Requirements for scalable and policy driven programmable security architecture, need for faster response to security threats, rise in cloud services, and need for high class security are the major drivers for the growth of software defined security market. The market is segmented by enforcement point, component, deployment type, users, and regions. Some of the vendors present in the market are Cisco, CheckPoint Technologies, EMC, VMware, Symantec, Fortinet and Palo Alto Networks.

The study covers and analyses the “Software Defined Security” market. Bringing out the complete key insights of the industry, the report aims to provide an opportunity for players to understand the latest trends, current market scenario, government initiative, and technologies related to the market. In addition, helps the venture capitalist in understanding the companies better and take informed decisions.