Microsoft Entra Suite is Now Generally Available

With the rise of cloud services and collaboration apps, hybrid work has become a reality, letting teams connect from anywhere and enjoy more flexibility. However, this shift also brings significant security risks. Phishing, ransomware, and data breaches are just a few of the many threats that put sensitive information and critical operations at risk. These challenges require a complete security solution that not only defends against attacks but also provides easy access for authorized users. Imagine securing access for your team on any app, device, or network with one solution. With the Microsoft Entra Suite, you can do just that. It is now generally available🎉 and ensures unified identity and network security across your organization.

Microsoft Entra Suite is a comprehensive cloud-based security solution that combines various Entra products to protect your organization. It helps verify users, prevent excessive permissions, detect threats, and enforce detailed access controls for all users and resources.

As the only solution needed for unified Zero trust access, Entra Suite enables users to securely access any cloud or on-premises application with the least privileged access. It converges access policies across identities, endpoints, and networks, both private and public.

By consolidating security signals from your Microsoft 365 environment, Entra Suite normalizes and analyzes this data to proactively defend against cyber threats.

The Microsoft Entra Suite is packed with the following products.

• Microsoft Entra Private Access: Microsoft Entra Private Access provides a secure way to connect to private applications and resources. It replaces traditional VPNs, making management easier and reducing costs. By using identity-based security, it ensures that only authorized users can access specific resources.

• Microsoft Entra Internet Access: Microsoft Entra Internet Access acts as an identity-centric Secure Web Gateway, providing secure access to all internet resources, SaaS, and Microsoft 365 apps. It protects users from harmful websites and unsafe content while monitoring activity to block threats

• Microsoft Entra ID Governance: Microsoft Entra ID Governance is a solution for effectively managing user identities and access rights. It automates the process of granting and removing access based on user roles, ensuring that the right people have access to the right apps at the right times. Key features include automated access management, Microsoft Entra access reviews to maintain policy adherence, and lifecycle workflows that streamline onboarding and offboarding processes.

• Microsoft Entra ID Protection: Microsoft Entra ID Protection empowers organizations to identify, analyze, and address identity-related risks effectively. It employs authentication methods policy that require second-factor authentication for Microsoft 365 users. Additionally, it continuously assesses risks and applies policies to block suspicious activities, leveraging advanced machine learning.

• Microsoft Entra Verified ID: Microsoft Entra Verified ID enables secure and private identity verification through digital credentials. It allows organizations to issue and manage these credentials based on open standards, facilitating real-time identity checks while respecting user privacy. Premium features, such as Face Check in Microsoft Entra Verified ID, enhance the verification process.

Together, these products create a robust security framework that helps organizations manage identities, secure access, and protect sensitive information while simplifying the overall process.

The Microsoft Entra Suite is currently priced at $12 per user per month. To access the suite, a Microsoft Entra P1 license is required as a prerequisite. The suite can also be purchased as a standalone product. For detailed comparisons between Microsoft Entra P1, P2, and the Entra Suite, as well as information on the available products for each plan, please visit the Microsoft Entra plans and pricing page.

To review the Microsoft Entra Suite license options, follow these steps:

1. Log in to the Microsoft 365 admin center.
2. Navigate to Billing -> Purchase Services.
3. Search for “Microsoft Entra Suite“.

From here, you can compare the available plans and select the one that best suits your organization’s needs.

Additionally, you have the option to opt for a free trial from the Microsoft Entra Suite trial page.

Let’s explore how this suite can transform your security and access management.

The Microsoft Entra Suite simplifies your Zero Trust architecture with a unified Conditional Access policy engine. This integration combines essential elements like Security Service Edge (SSE), identity protection, governance, and identity verification, streamlining access management and enhancing security across all entry points.

With Microsoft Entra Suite, you can enforce consistent identity and network policies for every employee, regardless of their device or location. No matter what device they are using or where they are working from – you can ensure that only the right identities have access to the right app at the right time, fostering a seamless experience for both in-office and remote workers.

The Entra Suite enforces the principle of least privilege access for all users across resources and applications. This approach minimizes potential risks by ensuring users only have access to what they need, reducing the attack surface and enhancing overall security. You can seamlessly automate the access lifecycle, from Microsoft 365 user onboarding and employee role changes to their eventual exit.

Microsoft Entra works seamlessly with both public and private networks, ensuring robust security both inside and outside your organizational perimeter. This flexibility is crucial in today’s hybrid work environments.

Is security the only focus? Not at all! You can also modernize your infrastructure, outdated systems, and save money with the new Microsoft Entra Suite!

Traditional on-premises security solutions often struggle to meet the demands of modern cloud-first and AI-driven environments. With the Microsoft Entra Suite, organizations can retire multiple legacy security tools, such as traditional VPNs, on-premises Secure Web Gateways (SWGs), and outdated identity governance systems. This consolidation not only reduces complexity but also lowers costs, enabling more efficient security management.

With innovations like Microsoft Sentinel integrated into the Microsoft unified security operations platform, you can enhance threat protection and streamline operations. This platform unifies security signals, reduces response times, and simplifies incident management, making it easier to maintain a robust security posture across your organization.

We hope that this blog has given you the insights you need to get started with the new Microsoft Entra suite license. Thanks for reading. If you have any further queries, reach out to us in the comments section.