NordLayer: Cybersecurity SaaS for Growing Businesses

NordLayer has reached its fifth year as a network security platform, serving over 10,000 companies worldwide. 

Originally launched in 2019 by the creators of NordVPN, it began as a business-focused VPN designed for remote security. 

With the growth of hybrid work models, the platform has evolved into a wider network protection solution based on Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), a model that assumes no user or device should be trusted automatically, even inside the network.

NordLayer now offers threat detection, connection security and response tools through a fully cloud-based system. It connects with any infrastructure.

As a scalable and hardware-free solution, it adapts easily to all types of business infrastructures. 

The platform works with identity services including Okta, JumpCloud, OneLogin, Entra ID and Google to streamline logins. It also runs on NordLynx, a high-speed VPN protocol known for lightweight performance.

Nordlayer’s approach is grounded in Secure Service Edge (SSE) principles. These include ZTNA, Firewall-as-a-Service (FWaaS) and Secure Web Gateway (SWG), which work together to block threats and protect networks. 

As companies look to stay secure without adding complexity, NordLayer offers a straightforward and accessible choice.

Adapting to modern security needs

NordLayer offers a simple and secure platform aimed at modern businesses. It provides continuous protection with around-the-clock support, keeping businesses covered at all times. 

Donatas Tamelis, Managing Director at NordLayer, says it as “a network security platform that makes it easier for businesses to stay secure without the complexity.”

Its design reflects this aim. Setup is quick and management is straightforward, making it suitable for teams without deep technical expertise. 

As a cloud-native platform, NordLayer suits companies of all sizes and responds to shifting security needs with minimal maintenance.

To offer broader coverage, NordLayer can be combined with NordStellar for threat intelligence or NordPass for password management. This approach adds extra protection while remaining easy to manage.

The company has earned several industry honours, including the UK Business Security Award, Tekpon’s Top Cloud Security Software Tool and the Cybersecurity Excellence Award for Network Access Control.

Control and protection in one place

The platform's all-in-one setup helps businesses manage their security without complexity. 

Its Control Panel allows IT administrators to oversee network activity and apply settings from a single interface. NordLayer also supports integration with multiple vendors, reducing operational friction.

One standout feature is Site-to-Site, which securely connects business Local Area Networks (LANs) or private clouds through Virtual Private Gateway locations. 

This provides a secure bridge between different network environments.

Device Posture Security monitors every connected device to ensure it follows company security policies. If a device falls out of compliance, admins receive alerts. 

Another layer of security comes from network segmentation, achieved via Cloud Firewall. This method divides networks into separate zones with specific access levels, allowing better organisation and risk control.

Further, NordLayer’s Download Protection feature checks files for threats as they are downloaded. If malware is detected, the file is removed automatically, preventing harm to the network.

Why businesses use NordLayer

NordLayer maintains a growing pool of gateway servers in over 30 locations. These support both shared gateways and private connections, providing flexibility and improved speed for global users.

Security features are easy to manage with toggle settings, allowing teams to activate or deactivate tools as needed. Settings are customisable, so each company can fine-tune its defences while preserving usability.

Whether securing remote workers or managing complex hybrid systems, NordLayer stays current with evolving threats through trusted security practices. Expert support is always available, reinforcing the platform’s promise of accessible protection.

As Donatas notes: “NordLayer allows businesses to focus on their work, while we handle the security. Our goal is to provide robust protection without interrupting daily workflows.”

NordLayer delivers a flexible, scalable SaaS solution, ideal for safeguarding hybrid networks and remote workforces.

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