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Looking Under the Covers: Why Did Azure Firewall Score 0%? Webinar

Join us as we dig into the results, the methodology, and what it means for your cloud security

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OVERVIEW

CyberRatings.org recently published its Cloud Network Firewall test results – and Azure Firewall received a 0% effectiveness score. That headline raised eyebrows, but what does it really mean?

In this session, Codify will be joined by Keysight to take you behind the scenes and examine the evaluation in detail. We’ll unpack how the testing was conducted using Keysight’s Cyperf methodology, why Azure Firewall scored so low – alongside other cloud-native firewalls and what it means for your cloud security strategy.

We’ll also explore why Fortinet FortiGates continue to be a strong choice for securing hybrid Azure environments, especially when architectural limitations of native tools come into play.

Whether you’re already running workloads in Azure or planning your cloud journey, this is your opportunity to understand the tools, the testing, and the implications for your security posture.

WEBINAR DETAILS

Date: Thursday, 9th of October 2025
Time: 11:00 am AEST

 WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

BENEFITS OF ATTENDING

  • Cut through the hype with a data-driven look at Azure Firewall’s effectiveness

  • Understand the operational risks of relying on built-in firewalling for critical workloads

  • Explore practical alternatives and integration patterns for hybrid and multi-cloud environments

  • Hear directly from experts in security testing, Azure operations, and next-generation firewall

SPEAKERS

Ben Parker

Ben Parker

Director, Codify

With over two decades of experience helping Australian organisations modernise and optimise their IT environments, Ben brings a pragmatic, outcomes-driven approach to cloud transformation. He’s passionate about using data – like Azure benchmarks – to make better decisions, build stronger business cases, and cut through cloud complexity. Ben has worked closely with IT and finance leaders across government, health, and enterprise, helping them uncover savings and improve performance in the cloud. At Codify, Ben leads strategic advisory and innovation initiatives, focusing on turning cloud investments into measurable results.

Sawan Singh

Sawan Singh

Principal Solutions Engineer, Keysight Cyperf

Sawan Singh is a Solution Architect at Keysight Technologies with over 20 years of experience in network testing, protocol validation, and cybersecurity. Based in Sydney, he leads consulting for Keysight’s Ixia solutions across APAC, supporting enterprises and service providers.

His background includes roles at Cisco, Juniper, and Sasken, where he focused on automation testing and protocol analysis. Sawan’s expertise spans L2–L7 networking and mobile technologies, making him a trusted advisor in advanced testing and security solutions.

Chris Hall

Chris Hall

Cloud Security Practice Lead ANZ, fortinet

Chris brings over 15 years of experience in cybersecurity, cloud architecture, and enterprise resilience. Having held key roles across leading technology companies including Palo Alto Networks, Trustwave, Optus, and IBM—where he led offerings in business continuity and resiliency services.

With a deep understanding of cloud security challenges and solutions, Chris works closely with organisations across Australia and New Zealand to design and implement secure, scalable architectures for hybrid and multi-cloud environments. His career spans both technical and strategic roles, making him a trusted advisor to CISOs, architects, and IT leaders navigating complex security landscapes.

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