# Overview Azure Firewall Manager is a service that allows centralized management of Azure Firewall policies across multiple secured virtual hubs. It simplifies the administration of network configurations and rules, making it easier to manage your network security on Azure. ![trusted-security-partners.png (494×578)](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/firewall-manager/media/overview/trusted-security-partners.png) # Key Features Azure Firewall Manager in an Azure Cloud Data Center offers several key features: - **Centralized Policy Management:** Allows management of Azure Firewall policies across multiple secured hubs, ensuring consistent security policies are applied everywhere. - **Simplified Network Management:** Streamlines network routing and configuration, making it easier to control and manage resources. - **Integration with Third-Party Security Providers:** Supports Security as a Service (SECaaS) from trusted third-party providers, giving you more flexibility in choosing the right security solutions for your networks. - **Routing Intent Configuration:** Enables Routing Intent on your Virtual WAN Hub, setting Inter-hub to Enabled for enhanced connectivity. # Importance Using Azure Firewall Manager within an Azure Cloud Data Center is vital for several reasons: - **Efficiency in Policy Application:** It reduces the complexity of applying and updating security policies across multiple environments, saving time and resources. - **Enhanced Security:** Central management of security policies ensures that all aspects of a network are consistently protected, reducing the risk of breaches or vulnerabilities. - **Scalability:** Supports growth by allowing easy scaling of network security measures as the organization’s infrastructure expands. # Use Cases Azure Firewall Manager is beneficial in various scenarios within an Azure Data Center: - **Large Enterprises:** For organizations managing extensive networks that span multiple regions, it simplifies the management of network security policies. - **Regulated Industries:** Industries with strict compliance requirements benefit from consistent and easily auditable security configurations. - **Hybrid Environments:** Supports organizations using hybrid cloud setups by providing seamless integration with both on-premises security measures and Azure-based solutions. - **Dynamic Networks:** Ideal for businesses with frequently changing IT environments, providing a flexible and responsive network security solution. By providing centralized control, Azure Firewall Manager ensures your network environments are secure, compliant, and efficiently managed.