Fortinet achieves IRAP assessment on Google Cloud platform

Fortinet announced that its FortiSASE solution on the Google Cloud platform has successfully completed the Infosec Registered Assessors Program (IRAP) assessment.

Andrew Stevens, Director of National Public Sector, Australia, at Fortinet, stated: "Fortinet's completion of the Infosec Registered Assessors Program assessment highlights its commitment to the Australian public sector and critical infrastructure. This milestone strengthens Fortinet's relationships with government agencies by continuing to deliver solutions that prioritise security and compliance. As cyber threats continue to evolve, Fortinet remains dedicated to staying ahead of emerging risks through innovation and collaboration. With ongoing investment in research and development, and continuous alignment with Australia's cybersecurity standards, Fortinet positions itself as a key partner in the nation's digital transformation."

The IRAP assessment is a process conducted by certified independent assessors to ensure compliance with the Australian Government's Information Security Manual (ISM), which is designed to protect sensitive data and operations. Completion of this assessment indicates that Fortinet's systems, services, and processes meet high standards of cybersecurity.

Through this assessment, Fortinet provides government agencies and critical infrastructure operators not only with a validated security measure to combat evolving cyber threats but also simplifies procurement by aligning with government security requirements. The assurance of secure operations establishes trust and supports agencies in their transformation initiatives, allowing them to utilise a secure, cloud-native solution within government frameworks.

Fortinet's successful progression through the IRAP assessment reinforces its presence as a reliable partner for government entities across Australia. By aligning its FortiSASE on the Google Cloud platform with the ISM PROTECTED controls, Fortinet addresses the specific requirements of public sector organisations in an evolving digital landscape. The company continues to support the development of modern hybrid work environments through secure cloud-native capabilities.

The completion of the assessment brings several advantages, including data sovereignty, ensuring sensitive information is stored and managed in Australia, meeting stringent compliance standards locally. The scalability of Fortinet's solutions facilitates streamlined deployment and reduced complexity through a unified cloud-native platform, which ultimately enhances operational efficiency.

In addition, Fortinet's FortiSASE offers advanced threat protection utilising artificial intelligence-driven threat intelligence to safeguard against complex cyber threats such as ransomware and phishing. The solution also provides a seamless user experience by enabling secure application and data access while leveraging Google Cloud's infrastructure for enhanced performance.

Further benefits include the use of Google Cloud's Cross-Cloud Network to boost connectivity, secure high-performance application access, and support hybrid workforces by protecting remote workers and various multi-cloud environments. Agencies can also benefit from enhanced visibility and control through centralised security management, real-time analytics, and policy enforcement.

Fortinet continues to commit to Australia's public sector by delivering solutions that protect critical infrastructure, driving secure innovation and ensuring resilience against advanced cyber threats. FortiSASE on the Google Cloud platform equips government agencies and critical infrastructure operators with a solution tailored to compliance requirements, helping mitigate evolving risks.