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Network Security

  • Ensure firewall is properly configured to filter network traffic
  • Regularly update firewall rules to block unauthorized access
  • Set up IDS to monitor network traffic for suspicious activity
  • Configure IDS to alert IT staff of potential security breaches
  • Deploy IPS to actively block potential security threats
  • Regularly update IPS signatures to protect against new threats
  • Implement VPN to encrypt network traffic for remote access
  • Enforce strong authentication measures for VPN users
  • Use NAC to restrict access to network resources based on user identity
  • Regularly audit NAC policies to ensure compliance
  • Enable SSL VPN to provide secure remote access to network resources
  • Configure SSL VPN to authenticate users before granting access
  • Deploy UTM system to consolidate security controls into a single platform
  • Regularly update UTM system with the latest threat intelligence
  • Implement network segmentation to isolate critical assets from potential threats
  • Regularly review and update network segmentation policies
  • Integrate SIEM to centralize security event logs for analysis
  • Configure SIEM to detect and respond to security incidents
  • Conduct regular penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities in the network
  • Remediate identified vulnerabilities to improve network security
  • Set up network security monitoring tools to detect and respond to threats
  • Monitor network traffic for signs of malicious activity
  • Implement DNS filtering to block access to malicious websites
  • Regularly update DNS filtering rules to protect against new threats
  • Deploy secure web gateway to protect users from web-based threats
  • Configure web gateway to block malicious websites and downloads

Endpoint Security

Email Security

Web Security

Data Security

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

Cloud Security

Compliance and Governance

Training and Awareness

Vendor Security

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