OneLayer Formalizes Channel Strategy Amid Private Cellular Security Surge
Event summary
- OneLayer launched the Sentry Partner Program on April 23, 2026, to expand its reach in the private cellular security market.
- The program certifies integrators (Burns & McDonnell, WWT, Logicalis, etc.) to deliver Zero Trust security, automated onboarding, and managed services.
- Founding partners cite challenges in securing multi-carrier private APN environments and the need for a single management platform.
- The program includes commercial incentives (Market Development Funds, SPIF) and certification for partners.
The big picture
The launch of the Sentry Partner Program underscores the rapidly expanding market for private cellular networks and the increasing need for robust security solutions. As enterprises deploy private LTE/5G for industrial automation, critical infrastructure, and other use cases, the complexity of managing and securing these networks is growing, creating a significant opportunity for specialized integrators and security providers like OneLayer. The program's focus on Zero Trust security reflects a broader industry shift towards a more proactive and granular approach to network security.
What we're watching
- Partner Adoption
- The speed at which Sentry partners integrate OneLayer’s solutions into their service offerings will determine the program’s overall success and impact on OneLayer’s revenue growth.
- Competitive Response
- Whether competitors like Ericsson, Nokia, and Cisco will develop similar partner programs or alternative solutions to address the growing demand for private cellular security remains to be seen.
- Security Landscape
- How evolving threat vectors and regulatory pressures will influence the demand for Zero Trust security in private cellular networks will shape OneLayer’s long-term strategic direction.
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