Most small businesses are still running on the same cheap router that came from the internet provider. It works until one day it does not. That little plastic box was never designed to protect payroll systems, client data, medical records, or staff working from home. Modern attacks are built to bypass basic routers, and they change constantly.
That is where a managed Sophos XG firewall from Mass IT Pro Solution comes in. Sophos XG is a next generation firewall platform with deep packet inspection, intrusion prevention, web filtering, application control, and advanced threat protection in one appliance. We wrap that hardware and licensing in a managed service so you are not just buying a box. You are buying an ongoing security service with clear scope, clear exclusions, and clear billing. For many clients, this firewall is the foundation of their small business cybersecurity in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts communities.
This Sophos XG managed firewall plan is sized for a typical small office in Massachusetts, such as:
It is ideal for a single location with up to about fifteen users sharing one internet connection. If you have more staff, multiple locations, or very heavy bandwidth needs, we quote a tailored firewall and managed cybersecurity services Boston businesses with larger or more complex environments can rely on.
1. Sophos XG firewall appliance installed at one business location.
2. Sized for a typical small office with up to 15 users and one internet connection.
1. Configuration management for firewall rules, security policies, and profiles.
2. Regular security and firmware updates applied in a controlled way.
3. Monitoring of firewall health, unusual activity, and critical alerts.
4. Normal rule and policy change requests during business hours.
1. Active Sophos security subscriptions required for web filtering and threat protection.
2. Ongoing updates to security signatures, firmware, and security services as released by Sophos.
1. Encrypted VPN configuration so approved users can connect securely from home or on the road.
2. User account setup and removal for VPN access as your staff changes.
3. Basic VPN support and troubleshooting for normal use.
The firewall is not the only layer that matters. It works best when it is paired with:
1. Endpoint protection on laptops and desktops
2. Endpoint security and antivirus management Boston clients need to keep every device in line with policy
3. Data loss prevention rules that help reduce the chance of confidential files leaking out through unsafe channels
This page focuses on the firewall plan, but the same team that manages your Sophos XG can design an endpoint protection and data security strategy that grows with your business.
1. High-level reports on network usage, blocked threats, and connected devices
2. Reports provided on request or on a scheduled basis, monthly or quarterly depending on your plan
We always outline and quote any additional work in writing before starting, so there are no surprises.
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The Sophos XG managed firewall service is billed at $155 monthly for a single location, with a twelve month minimum term. Billing is monthly.
Support for this managed firewall service is provided during standard business hours.
Those items can be scheduled and billed at our standard hourly rates, which are provided in writing in your quote or service agreement.
You are not buying a gadget. You are buying less risk and less downtime.
For a typical small office, this Sophos firewall plan starts at $155 monthly for one location. If your environment is larger or more complex, we will scope and quote a custom managed firewall services package for you.
All of that is fully managed by Mass IT Pro Solution as a service, not a one-time install!
You are a good candidate if:
If you already have a firewall in place, but you are not sure how well it is configured or maintained, we can start with a simple review.
Firewalls are not just for large enterprises anymore. A properly managed next generation firewall with zero day threat protection, secure remote access VPN, endpoint protection, and expert monitoring is now basic infrastructure for any serious company.
Franklin, Boston, Wellesley, Waltham, Norwood, Worcester, Brookline, Framingham, Newton, Dedham, Needham, Cambridge and Medford. Whether you are a local startup, a growing retailer, or an established professional firm, we help you move away from consumer gear and guesswork and toward professional network security.
Our managed cybersecurity services Boston organizations choose often start with this firewall plan, then grow into endpoint security and antivirus management Boston businesses rely on, backup and recovery strategy, vulnerability assessment and vulnerability management projects, and ongoing security planning as you scale.
Sophos XG managed firewall for Boston and Massachusetts small businesses. Flat monthly pricing, secure VPN, zero-day threat protection, and expert monitoring.
1. Review your current edge device and internet setup.
2. Look at basic security settings, remote access, and logging.
3. Recommend whether this Sophos XG managed firewall plan is a good fit or if another approach makes more sense.
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Yes. ISP routers are built for basic internet access, not threat prevention, visibility, or secure remote work. A managed Sophos XG adds intrusion prevention, web filtering, application control, VPN, logging, and ongoing updates so your security doesn’t depend on luck.
Buying a firewall gives you hardware. Managed service means we configure it correctly, keep firmware and security services current, monitor health and alerts, and handle normal rule changes. A firewall that isn’t maintained becomes outdated fast and can be worse than having nothing because you think you’re protected.
Minimal disruption if it’s planned correctly. Most installs are scheduled after hours or during a low-traffic window, and the cutover is typically a short swap with testing. The bigger risk is keeping a weak router in place until the day it fails or gets compromised.
Yes. VPN access is encrypted and user-based, and we can restrict access to specific internal resources instead of giving full network access. When staff changes, VPN access can be added or removed quickly so former employees are not lingering in your network.
Cabling, major network redesigns, multi-site VPN architecture, after-hours emergency visits, and unrelated devices like printers, switches, and WiFi access points unless covered under a separate agreement. Anything outside scope is quoted in writing before work starts so you don’t get surprise bills.
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