NordLayer auto-enforces zero-trust access, smart firewall rules, device compliance checks, and seamless threat protection, all managed effortlessly in one platform
Product Category
Network Security
Product Subcategory
AI Functions
DNS filtering that uses threat-intel feeds plus machine learning to update blocklists against phishing and malware
Device posture checks that evaluate compliance signals before granting access
Automated risk reduction via centrally enforced policies and segmentation
Product Core Functions
NordLayer protects workforce access to the internet and private resources under a Zero Trust model. Employees connect through lightweight apps that enforce identity, device posture, and policy. Internet traffic is inspected through a Secure Web Gateway with DNS filtering to block malicious domains and risky content, while private access policies restrict who can reach apps and subnets based on role and device trust.
Admins segment the network with private gateways and groups, assign dedicated IPs for allowlisting, and create site-to-site links to data centers or clouds. Centralized controls cover SSO and MFA, device posture rules, and per-team access. Compliance and reporting features support regulated environments with modern encryption and attestations.
The platform fits a SASE blueprint: user-centric authentication, secure web access, and private resource connectivity delivered from the cloud. Results are quick wins on phishing and malware exposure plus predictable, least-privilege access for a hybrid workforce.
Key Features
Secure Web Gateway with DNS filtering and web threat protection
Zero Trust Network Access with resource-level policies and segmentation
Device Posture Security for compliant device enforcement
Dedicated private gateways and static IPs for allowlisting
Site-to-site connectors to offices, clouds, and data centers
SSO and SCIM provisioning with major IdPs, plus MFA and biometrics
Central Control Panel for users, gateways, policies, logs, and reports
ISO 27001 certification and SOC 2 Type 2 attestation with HIPAA alignment
Ease Of Use
Setup — Easy for an IT or security lead: Connect your IdP for SSO, deploy the desktop or mobile app, create a private gateway and a few access groups, enable DNS filtering. Same-day protection is realistic.
Daily use — Easy for employees and admins: Employees click connect and work normally. Admins review threat blocks, posture failures, and access logs, then tune policies.
Collaboration — Easy to moderate for distributed teams: Standardize groups and naming, let owners manage their app access while security governs global policies. A short walkthrough gets each role comfortable.
Integrations — Moderate for an operator: Okta or Entra ID SSO and SCIM provisioning connect quickly. Private gateways and site-to-site links require a validation pass with your firewall or cloud VPC. A couple of hours and you are operational.
Admin — Light to moderate for a platform owner: Maintain users and keys, rotate dedicated IPs as needed, monitor compliance and reports, and refresh posture rules. Ongoing upkeep stays light once segments and gateways are set.
Use Cases
Mid-market companies securing remote and hybrid employees
SaaS firms and agencies that need dedicated IPs and allowlisting to client systems
Multi-site retailers or manufacturers linking offices, plants, and cloud apps
Healthcare and financial services with compliance requirements and device controls