Managed Firewall Services
A managed firewall that actually gets managed. Most firewalls are set up once and forgotten. Intermax Security: Firewall is different — we deploy it, keep the firmware current, manage the policies, and watch it. You get business-grade protection without adding anything to your plate.
Intermax Security: Firewall is a managed business-grade firewall service for small and mid-sized businesses across North Idaho and Eastern Washington — deployed, monitored, and maintained by Intermax’s local team, and included in every Intermax IT package or available as a stand-alone service.
What is Managed Firewall Services?
A firewall is only as good as the team managing it. A firewall sitting in a closet, untouched since the day it was installed, is not protection — it’s a false sense of security. Intermax Security: Firewall pairs business-grade hardware with active, ongoing management: deployment and configuration done right from day one, firmware kept current, policies updated as your business changes, and a local team watching for anything that shouldn’t be getting through. It’s the same managed firewall that comes built into every Intermax IT package — which means if you’re already an IT customer, you have it. If you’re not, you can get it on its own.
Core Services
Included in Managed Firewall
Business-grade firewall hardware (WatchGuard or equivalent) — enterprise-class, not consumer-grade
Full deployment and configuration by our local team
Ongoing policy management — updated as your network, staff, or risk profile changes
Firmware and security updates managed for you
Monitoring — we're watching, so you don't have to be
Use Cases
Real Business Use Cases
"We have a firewall but nobody's touched it in years."
An unmanaged firewall is a liability. We take it over — or replace it — and keep it current going forward.
"Our cyber-insurance renewal is asking if we have a managed firewall."
Yes, you will. We document it for your insurer.
"We have Intermax Internet but want stronger protection."
Firewall is the natural next step — better protection than the embedded gateway, managed by a local team.
"We're not ready for full Managed IT but want our firewall handled."
Firewall is available stand-alone — no managed IT subscription required.
Why Intermax
Why Our Services Are Right For You
North Idaho-Based Support Team
Local team, real accountability — reach someone in Coeur d’Alene, not a ticket queue.
Transparent Pricing
No surprises — one service, one local team, one predictable bill.
Over 25 Years of Service
Over 25 years in the Inland Northwest — protecting businesses here since 2001.
Proven Protection
The same firewall that’s built into every Managed IT package — proven in our own stack.
Why Leaders Trust Intermax with
Their IT Services
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the firewall included if I already have Intermax IT?
Yes. The managed firewall is built into every Intermax IT package at no extra charge. Intermax Security: Firewall as a stand-alone product is for businesses that want managed firewall protection without a full Managed IT subscription.
What hardware do you use?
We use business-grade managed firewall hardware — the same equipment included in our Managed IT stack. We’ll recommend the right model for your network size and risk profile.
Do you monitor it ongoing, or just set it up?
Both. We deploy and configure it, then manage it ongoing — firmware updates, policy changes, and monitoring. This is not a set-it-and-forget-it product.
Can I get this if my primary internet isn't from Intermax?
Yes. Intermax Security: Firewall works with any internet connection. You don’t need to be an Intermax Internet customer.
Do you serve my area?
We serve businesses across the Inland Northwest — from Spokane east to the Montana border, south to Lewiston-Clarkston, and north to the Canadian border. Headquartered in Coeur d’Alene. Contact us to confirm.
How do I get started?
Start with a free security review. We’ll assess what you have, explain what we see in plain terms, and tell you exactly what we’d recommend.