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Our Approach to Security
We view security as a process instead of a collection of equipment or parts . Each
customer has their own concept of how secure they need to be to protect their
network, corporate information or sensitive transactions. The following diagram
illustrates our approach towards security:
Each component in the above diagram contributes to the overall effect or security
level.
At (1) we help our clients develop a sound corporate security policy. This document
will contain rules, procedures and policies as they relate to network security. Items
usually included in the policy are rules regarding how users connect to the network
and what rights they have, policy regarding modem usage, email policy, remote
connection policy, web browsing policy, etc. This document will define the scale and
scope of corporate network security.
(2) is where the security policy is configured into the hardware and software of the
network. Usually this involves installing firewalls, web filtering software, virus
scanning software, creating Virtual Private Networks and deciding on how users will
authenticate to the network. We partner with vendors who provide solid end-to-end
solutions.
(3) is where the systems put in place in (2) are monitored. This involves reviewing
firewall logs to see what kind of traffic is entering and leaving your network, reacting
to suspicious activities and developing a firm picture of what "regular" traffic looks
like on your network. We call this baselining.
(4) involves a review of any weaknesses determined from (3) activities and a
proactive network probing to map potential vulnerabilities. This is where we attempt
to hack into your network.
(5) is where we take what we have learned from (3) and (4) and propose changes to
make your network more secure. To implement the changes the Security Policy is
amended and the wheel starts anew.
We view security as a process instead of a collection of equipment or parts . Each
customer has their own concept of how secure they need to be to protect their
network, corporate information or sensitive transactions. The following diagram
illustrates our approach towards security:
Each component in the above diagram contributes to the overall effect or security
level.
At (1) we help our clients develop a sound corporate security policy. This document
will contain rules, procedures and policies as they relate to network security. Items
usually included in the policy are rules regarding how users connect to the network
and what rights they have, policy regarding modem usage, email policy, remote
connection policy, web browsing policy, etc. This document will define the scale and
scope of corporate network security.
(2) is where the security policy is configured into the hardware and software of the
network. Usually this involves installing firewalls, web filtering software, virus
scanning software, creating Virtual Private Networks and deciding on how users will
authenticate to the network. We partner with vendors who provide solid end-to-end
solutions.
(3) is where the systems put in place in (2) are monitored. This involves reviewing
firewall logs to see what kind of traffic is entering and leaving your network, reacting
to suspicious activities and developing a firm picture of what "regular" traffic looks
like on your network. We call this baselining.
(4) involves a review of any weaknesses determined from (3) activities and a
proactive network probing to map potential vulnerabilities. This is where we attempt
to hack into your network.
(5) is where we take what we have learned from (3) and (4) and propose changes to
make your network more secure. To implement the changes the Security Policy is
amended and the wheel starts anew.
How Safe Is Your Network?
Security and Threat Analysis
| Threat Analysis Comprehensively probes every area of exposure Checks your network's response to intrusions |
| Security Report Provides you with the information you need to take action Ensures that gaps can be repaired |
| Expert Services We secure, monitor, test and manage your network We'll help you sleep better at night knowing your network is safe |
| Continuous Monitoring After we begin service, we monitor 24/7 We'll check your logs and take action as necessary to keep hackers out |