Six Degrees Consulting
Forging the Future of Email Defense

Email is the backbone of business communication, making it a prime target for cybercriminals. Despite security advancements, it remains a critical entry point to a company’s business-critical data. Phishing and malware are common tactics used to trick employees into triggering data breaches that result in financial losses and system compromises.

Six Degrees Consulting’s expertise is combating and eliminating these weaknesses in a company’s business communication chain.

Harnessing a deep industry experience and strong partnership with Check Point Software Technologies, a pioneer in modern firewall and cybersecurity solutions, Six Degrees recommends Harmony Email & Collaboration (HEC) as the optimal defense against evolving email threats.

HEC’s unique inline architecture seamlessly integrates with popular cloud email providers like Microsoft and Google, enhancing their native security measures. By operating directly within the cloud environment, HEC performs a comprehensive, in-depth analysis before an email reaches the user’s inbox. All quarantined email is displayed in the patented admin screen, allowing the security operation center (SOC) to quickly take action. This multilayered approach ensures malicious content is swiftly detected and quarantined, effectively shielding users from advanced phishing attacks, malware and zero-day threats.

Spearheading this new age of email security are Randall Voorheis and Erez Levanon, email security specialists at Six Degrees. They combine extensive knowledge with a customer-centric approach to streamline everything from client demonstrations to full implementations, pushing Six Degrees to the vanguard of email security solutions.

The robust protection offered by HEC stems from Checkpoint’s strategic acquisition of Avanan, following their long-standing collaboration. This merger integrated Checkpoint’s ThreatCloud—a vast network leveraging 60+ AI to detect cyber threats in real-time by analyzing data from 100,000 clients—with Avanan’s innovative cloud security approach. Resulting in a flexible, enterprise-grade solution adaptable to organizations of all sizes.

In a recent study analyzing 300 million emails, HEC demonstrated superior catch rates compared to legacy email gateways and even native security measures from Microsoft and Google. HEC identifies and stops the crucial 10-20 percent of threats that slip past initial filters. In cybersecurity, this margin makes all the difference. It significantly enhances an organization’s defense against sophisticated attacks that might otherwise go undetected.

“Whether you’re a startup or a large multinational organization, HEC scales effortlessly,” Voorheis points out. “And the best part? Once it’s set up, it largely runs on its own. We’ve had clients forget they even have it because it’s so unobtrusive.”

The Six Degrees team excels in a customer-focused approach to implementation. The process typically unfolds over a series of meetings, starting with an initial demo tailored to the client’s specific pain points. “We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all presentations. We dig deep to understand each organization’s distinct challenges and design our demo accordingly,” says Levanon.

Following the demo, clients are offered a 14-day free trial that requires minimal setup—often completed in under 10 minutes. This trial period is crucial, allowing organizations to see HEC in action within their own environment. That’s when the true value of the solution becomes apparent.

Throughout the trial, Six Degrees team remains heavily involved in conducting regular check-ins and helping clients interpret the wealth of data HEC provides. Key features they often highlight are the product’s low false-positive rate and its ability to automatically release legitimate emails that may have been incorrectly flagged by other systems. The team remains available for ongoing support, feature education and strategic guidance. They’ve found that many of HEC’s newer features have come directly from customer requests, showcasing the collaborative ecosystem that has developed around the product.

What excites us most is the tangible impact we’re making. Every phishing email stopped, every piece of sensitive data protected—that’s potentially a major breach averted. It’s incredibly rewarding work

A standout feature of HEC is its intuitive interface, which provides clear, detailed explanations for why an email was flagged. “It’s like the system is showing its work,” Chris Rouch, VP of sales, chimes in. “This transparency builds trust with admins and makes troubleshooting a breeze.”

Email is just the beginning. HEC’s protective umbrella extends to other collaboration tools like SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams. It can even scan QR codes and images for potential threats or data loss risks. This comprehensive approach aligns with the broader shift toward cloud and SaaS security that Six Degrees has observed in the industry.

“What excites us most,” Voorheis concludes, “is the tangible impact we’re making. Every phishing email stopped, every piece of sensitive data protected—that’s potentially a major breach averted. It’s incredibly rewarding work.”

Looking ahead, the Six Degrees team sees email security as just one piece of a larger security puzzle. As organizations deal with an ever-expanding array of SaaS applications and custom tools, the need for comprehensive, intelligent protection will only grow. With a finger on the pulse of these trends and a mastery of cutting-edge solutions like HEC, Six Degrees Consulting is well-positioned to guide businesses through the cybersecurity challenges of today and tomorrow.