How to Replace Cisco Umbrella

Replacing a security platform takes planning, and Cisco has set the clock. Umbrella SIG and DNS can no longer be ordered after January 31, 2027, and existing subscriptions cannot be renewed or extended after January 31, 2028. Starting early gives you time to test properly rather than rush.

Steps to replace Cisco Umbrella

1. Take stock. Record which Umbrella packages you hold, your renewal dates, and where clients or virtual appliances are deployed.
2. Map your policies. List the security and access policies your users depend on each day.
3. Set your requirements. Decide what the replacement must do, including performance for remote users and ease of management.
4. Run a pilot. Test with a small group across different locations and network conditions.
5. Roll out in phases. Move groups of users over, then retire Umbrella before your final renewal.

Why Cloudbrink makes a strong Cisco Umbrella replacement

Cloudbrink Personal SASE is a software-only service, so there are no VPN servers or appliances to install. That keeps a pilot simple and makes a phased rollout easier to manage.

FAST (Flexible, Autonomous, Smart, Temporary) Edges are created automatically close to each user, helping deliver low-latency access from anywhere. Security certificates rotate multiple times a day as part of Cloudbrink’s zero trust approach. It is delivered as a per-user, consumption-based SaaS service.

Ready to start? Request a demo and set up a Cloudbrink pilot before your Umbrella renewal comes due.