For example, many of our bank customers haven’t visited a physical branch in years. Why? Because the features and convenience of internet and mobile banking make the physical branch irrelevant for most people. The implementation of backend technology sits on top of the capacity that cloud computing and open banking have brought us. 

The old static security approach, which blindly trusts entities within the network while distrusting those outside, can no longer adequately protect modern organizations. To address this challenge, a new framework is needed: one that focuses on user identity, device, application, data and network-centric security, providing continuous, dynamic and secure access. This is where ZTNA comes into play. 

ZTNA is not a standalone solution 

Zero trust is part of a comprehensive framework that addresses user identity as well as device, application, data and network security. As CISOs, it’s crucial to assess our current state in each of these areas, understand our existing access control mechanisms and determine how verification is performed initially and ongoing. Prioritizing critical assets for ZTNA implementation is essential, as is creating a user-friendly and customer-centric security experience.