Full Segment Notes
At RSAC 2026, Mike Shema speaks with Murat Balaban of Zenarmor, finalist for Best SASE Solution in the SC Awards Trust category. Balaban shares how Zenarmor is helping organizations modernize network security and reduce risk.The SC Awards recognize cybersecurity solutions delivering real-world impact.This segment is sponsored by Zenarmor. Visit https://securityweekly.com/zenarmorrsac to learn more about them!
Key Moments
- 0:00 - Welcome to SC Awards 2026 Interview
- 0:15 - Meet Zenarmor & Company Overview
- 0:27 - Why Modern Organizations Are Distributed
- 01:00 - The Rise of Remote Work & Micro Branch Offices
- 01:40 - Limitations of Legacy Network Security (VPN & Appliances)
- 02:20 - What is SASE & Why It Falls Short
- 03:10 - The Problem with Centralized Security Architectures
- 04:05 - Eliminating Latency in Modern Security
- 04:48 - Deploying Security Directly on Endpoints
- 05:30 - Single Application Security Architecture Explained
- 06:10 - Built-in Features: CASB, ZTNA, SWG & Firewall
- 07:36 - Balancing Security with User Experience
- 08:02 - Policy Control, Identity & Device Security Posture
- 09:14 - Easy Deployment Without Changing Infrastructure
- 10:01 - Replacing Multiple Security Tools with One Solution
- 11:06 - Why Simplicity is the Future of Cybersecurity
- 11:45 - Securing AI Agents & Emerging Identity Risks
- 12:30 - Observability for AI & Human Activity
- 13:13 - Managing AI Usage in Enterprises
- 13:40 - What’s Next for ZenArmor
- 14:19 - Final Thoughts & Closing
Guest
Murat is the founder and CEO of Zenarmor, a company operating in the SASE network security space. With over 20 years of experience, he has dedicated his career to crafting innovative commercial and open source products that resonate with audiences worldwide. He has been in the founding team of several other cyber security startups and non-profit organizations.
A graduate of Bogazici University, Istanbul, Turkey; Murat holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Management Information Systems. His academic foundation, coupled with his entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to technological advancement, continues to drive his success in shaping the future of cybersecurity.
