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Pre-Deployment Assessment
Identify business requirements for firewall deployment.
Assess current network architecture and traffic patterns.
Determine compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
Evaluate and select appropriate firewall technology (hardware/software).
Installation and Configuration
Physically install the firewall in the network topology.
Configure initial settings (management IP, admin access).
Set up and secure administrative access (strong passwords, SSH).
Implement basic security policies (allow/deny rules).
Rule Set Definition
Define inbound and outbound traffic rules based on business needs.
Establish default deny rules to minimize exposure.
Create specific rules for services (HTTP, HTTPS, FTP).
Document and review all rules for clarity and necessity.
Logging and Monitoring
Enable logging for all firewall traffic.
Configure alerts for suspicious activities or policy violations.
Establish a centralized logging solution for analysis.
Regularly review logs to detect anomalies.
Testing and Validation
Conduct penetration testing to validate firewall effectiveness.
Simulate attacks to ensure rules are properly enforced.
Test failover capabilities if using redundant firewalls.
Review and adjust configurations based on test outcomes.
Maintenance and Updates
Schedule regular firmware and software updates.
Periodically review and update firewall rules and policies.
Conduct regular security audits and assessments.
Maintain documentation for all changes and configurations.
Incident Response
Develop an incident response plan specific to firewall breaches.
Train staff on procedures for responding to firewall alerts.
Regularly test and refine incident response capabilities.
Ensure backup configurations are available for quick recovery.
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