We mainly use it for authenticating devices on our network.
Cyber Transport Specialist at a government with 10,001+ employees
Enables us to track people who are authenticating onto our network
Pros and Cons
- "The interface is pretty easy to use."
- "Whenever we see the authentication logs, we can't see what device we're logging into... We can see who logged in, but we can't see the IP address of the device... I'm sure that's available. We just haven't figured out how to properly deploy it."
What is our primary use case?
How has it helped my organization?
It's our way to track people who are authenticating onto our network, whenever they log on to our switches, et cetera. It's good for security purposes.
What is most valuable?
The interface is pretty easy to use.
What needs improvement?
Whenever we see the authentication logs, we can't see what device we're logging into. It shows us the main server, but we don't see details like, "It's in building 200," or that kind of thing. We can't see the IP address. We can see who logged in, but we can't see the IP address of the device.
I'm sure that's available. We just haven't figured out how to properly deploy it.
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For how long have I used the solution?
I've been using Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine) for about a year. I'm only using a small portion of it, so I don't know all the capabilities of the program.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The stability is good. I haven't had any issues with downtime or anything going out.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
We use it enterprise-wide, around the world. That would indicate it's pretty scalable.
How are customer service and support?
I haven't had to contact technical support.
What other advice do I have?
It's a good product.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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