Network Security Solutions in South Africa
Partner with Mint for Proactive Vulnerability Scanning & Comprehensive Risk Management
Mint’s NettProtect platform, combined with our expert cybersecurity team, offers advanced vulnerability scanning and precise risk assessments to keep your network secure, compliant, and resilient. Drive your digital transformation with proactive threat detection and continuous security management.
What is Network Security?
Network security is the comprehensive practice of protecting your digital environment from cyber threats.
It combines advanced technologies, policies, and procedures to safeguard networks, systems, and data from unauthorized access and attacks.
Effective network security ensures business continuity, regulatory compliance, and resilience against evolving risks.
Mint’s integrated solutions help secure your infrastructure and lay a robust foundation for your digital transformation.
What is Vulnerability Scanning?
Vulnerability scanning is a proactive process that identifies weaknesses in your network infrastructure before attackers can exploit them.
It detects security gaps, misconfigurations, and outdated software by using automated tools to assess systems, applications, and configurations.
Regular scanning enables organizations to prioritize remediation efforts and minimize risk exposure.
Mint’s vulnerability scanning services deliver precise, actionable insights to fortify your defenses and maintain a strong security posture.
Partner with Mint for Advanced Network Security Solutions
Since 1999, Mint has been a trusted partner in securing digital environments.
We offer tailored network security solutions by combining our advanced NettProtect platform with expert cybersecurity professionals.
Our certified team delivers proactive vulnerability scanning and risk assessments to keep your network protected, compliant, and resilient. Mint’s approach strengthens defenses, improves security posture, and minimizes disruptions from cyber risks.
With industry certifications such as ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO 22301, we adhere to the highest standards in security, compliance, and business continuity. As a Palo Alto Networks Platinum Innovator, a Cisco Premier Integrator, and a Fortinet Select Partner, our team brings wide-ranging networking expertise and industry experience to every project.
Partner with Mint to secure your digital transformation.
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Key Benefits of Partnering with Mint for Network Security
In a fast-paced digital environment, failing to prioritize network security can expose your business to significant risks.
Cyberattacks, data breaches, and compliance failures can result in costly downtime, legal liabilities, and irreversible reputational damage. Without proactive vulnerability scanning and risk management, the cost of recovery far outstrips the investment in comprehensive network security.
Mint’s solutions are designed to minimize these risks, providing robust protection to keep your operations running smoothly.
Don’t let security gaps threaten your business! Explore the key benefits of Mint’s advanced network security solutions below and invest in lasting protection today.
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Real-time Threat Prevention
Our experts regularly scan your network, detecting and neutralizing threats before they impact your business operations.
Guaranteed Business Continuity
Minimize downtime with rapid incident response and automated recovery protocols that keep your operations running smoothly.
Comprehensive Vulnerability Management
Advanced scanning tools identify critical security gaps across your infrastructure, enabling rapid remediation of potential vulnerabilities.
Regulatory Compliance Assurance
Automated compliance scanning and reporting keeps your security aligned with ISO, POPIA, GDPR, PCI-DSS and other industry-specific standards.
Scalable, Cost-Efficient Protection
Enterprise-level security that grows with your business, delivered at a fraction of in-house team costs.
Protect Your Business with These Related Cyber Security Services
Vulnerability scanning is an essential first step in your security journey. Complete your protection strategy with these complementary services:
- Penetration Testing – Go beyond scanning by simulating real-world attacks to validate vulnerabilities and test your defenses.
- Digital Forensics & Incident Response – Be prepared with expert assistance to investigate and remediate when security incidents occur.
- Cyber MXDR – Continuously monitor your environment and respond to emerging threats before they cause damage.
Reinforce your security posture by pairing NettProtect with these services to create a defense strategy that identifies, investigates, validates, and continuously monitors for threats.
Explore Comprehensive Network Security Solutions for Lasting Protection
Mint’s network security solutions offer businesses peace of mind with robust defenses that evolve with your operations.
Designed for organizations looking to innovate without compromising security, our services allow you to focus on growth while we protect your network from evolving threats.
Discover why small, mid-market and enterprise businesses prefer Mint for a seamless blend of security and operational efficiency.
Explore our vulnerability scanning services below, and contact us with any questions.
NettProtect Internal Scanning
Mint’s NettProtect Internal Scanning service delivers a comprehensive assessment of your internal IT environment.
Available in Essential, Standard, and Premium tiers, each package begins with a tailored setup and configuration, followed by the deployment of virtual scanner appliances for precise vulnerability detection.
With flexible scanning frequencies—from one-off assessments to regular quarterly or monthly evaluations—our service provides detailed reporting, actionable feedback, and ongoing maintenance.
This structured approach ensures continuous risk evaluation and robust protection, empowering your business to keep your internal systems fortified, compliant, and robust against emerging threats.
Explore our packages below and secure your internal network with tailored scanning solutions today!
NettProtect (Internal Scanning) ESSENTIAL
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Ideal for businesses seeking occasional, ad hoc internal vulnerability assessments.
- Setup and configuration of the customer environment
- Roaming appliance and network rental
- One-off scanning with detailed reporting
- Post-scan feedback session
Contact Mint to inquire about this Essential internal scanning package.
NettProtect (Internal Scanning) STANDARD
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Perfect for organizations requiring regular quarterly assessments to maintain ongoing security oversight.
- Full setup and configuration of the customer environment
- Scanner appliance and platform licensing
- Regular quarterly scanning, reporting, and maintenance
- Access to an online dashboard for real-time insights
Contact Mint to inquire about this Standard internal scanning package.
NettProtect (Internal Scanning) PREMIUM
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Designed for enterprises that need continuous, proactive internal scanning on a monthly basis.
- Complete setup and configuration of the customer environment
- Scanner appliance and platform licensing
- Monthly scanning, reporting, and maintenance
- Access to an online dashboard for continuous network monitoring
Contact Mint to inquire about this Premium internal scanning package.
NettProtect External Scanning
Mint’s NettProtect External Scanning service comprehensively evaluates your network’s perimeter and public-facing assets.
Available in Essential, Standard, and Premium tiers, each package begins with a tailored setup and configuration, deploying advanced tools to detect vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and exposures.
With flexible scanning frequencies—from one-off assessments to regular quarterly or monthly evaluations—our service provides in-depth reporting, actionable feedback, and ongoing support.
This proactive approach ensures continuous external threat detection and risk mitigation, empowering your business to safeguard sensitive data, maintain compliance, and defend against evolving cyber threats.
Explore our packages below and secure your network perimeter with tailored scanning solutions today!
NettProtect (External Scanning) ESSENTIAL
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Ideal for businesses needing a one-off, ad-hoc or monthly evaluation of their public-facing assets.
- Setup and configuration of the customer environment
- Unauthenticated external scanning
- Reporting with detailed feedback
Contact Mint to inquire about this Essential external scanning package.
NettProtect (External Scanning) ESSENTIAL PCI
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Best for businesses needing a one-off, ad-hoc or monthly PCI compliance assessment of their external security.
- Setup and configuration of the customer environment
- PCI Compliance Assessment scanning
- Attested PCI reporting with feedback
Contact Mint to inquire about this Essential PCI external scanning package.
NettProtect (External Scanning) STANDARD
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Perfect for organizations seeking quarterly assessments to monitor evolving external risks.
- Full setup and configuration of the customer environment
- Unauthenticated scanning on a quarterly basis
- Comprehensive reporting, feedback, and maintenance
- Access to an online dashboard
Contact Mint to inquire about this Standard external scanning package.
NettProtect (External Scanning) STANDARD PCI
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Suited for organizations with recurring PCI requirements, offering quarterly assessments to ensure compliance.
- Full setup and configuration of the customer environment
- PCI Compliance Assessment scanning on a quarterly basis
- Detailed attested PCI reporting, feedback, and maintenance
- Access to a PCI-focused online dashboard
Contact Mint to inquire about this Standard PCI external scanning package.
NettProtect (External Scanning) PREMIUM
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Designed for enterprises that require monthly external scanning for continuous network monitoring.
- Complete setup and configuration of the customer environment
- Unauthenticated scanning conducted monthly
- In-depth reporting, feedback, and maintenance
- Real-time monitoring via an online dashboard
Contact Mint to inquire about this Premium external scanning package.
Get Started with Mint’s Network Security Solutions
Building a secure network begins with a clear understanding of your current vulnerabilities and risk exposure.
Our team partners with you to evaluate your digital environment, design a tailored scanning strategy, and deploy the right solution to safeguard your assets.
Explore our process below and contact us today to begin your journey toward enhanced security.
Step 1. Contact Us
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Complete the contact form to schedule a consultation. Our specialists will review your network setup, security challenges, and immediate priorities.
Step 2. Comprehensive Security Assessment
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We thoroughly evaluate your internal and external network environments using advanced vulnerability scanning and risk analysis techniques.
Step 3. Custom Strategy & Proposal
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Based on the assessment, we develop a tailored network security strategy and recommend the optimal service tier—Essential, Standard, or Premium—to address your unique needs.
Step 4. Implementation & Onboarding
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Our experts deploy your customized solution, configuring scanner appliances, integrating reporting tools, and providing hands-on guidance for a seamless onboarding experience.
Step 5. Continuous Network Monitoring & Support
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Benefit from ongoing security assurance with regular scans, scheduled feedback sessions, and proactive maintenance that keep your network secure and compliant.
Real-World Impact with Mint Network Security Solutions
See how leading organizations strengthen their defenses with Mint’s network security solutions.
Our case studies demonstrate measurable improvements in threat detection, compliance, and operational efficiency through strategic vulnerability management.
Explore how these businesses transformed their security posture and protected their growth.
Discover the specific challenges these organizations faced, how our vulnerability management approach provided visibility into hidden risks, and the long-term benefits of implementing a proactive security strategy.
These success stories highlight how the right network security partner can turn security from a business constraint into a business enabler.
Get Started with NettProtect
Connect with our network security specialists for proactive guidance and tailored solutions. Complete the form below, and we’ll be in touch to discuss your unique security needs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Network Security and Vulnerability Scanning
Our specialists set up your environment by creating a client profile, asset groups, scanning schedules, and customer folders. This process gathers all relevant network, infrastructure, and topology details to ensure accurate scanning.
Reach out to our experts to tailor your network setup today.
A Virtual Scanner Appliance is remotely deployed and centrally managed for internal scanning. It offers self-updating functionality and provides a unified view of both on-premises and cloud environments, including platforms such as Microsoft Azure, GCP, and AWS.
The Platform Network is a necessary licensing component that enables the use of the roaming network. It is renewed annually and ensures that the internal scanning solution integrates seamlessly with your existing network infrastructure.
Contact us to discover how our Platform Network ensures seamless integration.
After each scheduled scan, you receive detailed reports. Typically, this includes an Executive Report (in PDF format) highlighting overall risk exposure and a Technical Report (in Excel) detailing each detected vulnerability. The Premium tier also includes an Executive Remediation Report; for PCI packages, reports are attested for compliance.
Get in touch with our experts to review our comprehensive reporting options.
Following each scan, a feedback session is conducted with a NettProtect specialist. During this session, the scan findings are discussed, questions are addressed, and recommendations are provided to help prioritize remediation and improve your overall security posture.
Access to the NettProtect Dashboard—hosted in Microsoft Sentinel—grants real-time visibility into scan results, system health, and compliance metrics. This centralized portal helps you track performance and make informed security decisions.
Maintenance services include weekly Virtual Scanner Appliance health checks, troubleshooting of scan issues, and adjustments to your scanning scope as needed. This ongoing support ensures that the system operates optimally and continues to provide accurate and timely assessments.
Feel free to contact our team with any questions you have about maintenance.
Network security encompasses multiple layers of defense to protect against diverse cyber threats.
Key types include access control for managing user permissions, firewalls for filtering network traffic, intrusion detection systems for monitoring suspicious activity, and endpoint security for protecting individual devices.
Additional measures involve encryption for data protection, email security against phishing attacks, and network segmentation to contain potential breaches.
Mint’s comprehensive network security solutions incorporate these critical components through our NettProtect platform and expert team. We deliver proactive vulnerability scanning, continuous monitoring, and risk assessments to identify and address potential weaknesses before they can be exploited. Our managed security services ensure your network remains protected against evolving threats while maintaining compliance with industry standards.
Contact our security specialists to strengthen your network defenses today.