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It is more important than ever to have a secure network. A secure network can help to protect your organisation from a variety of threats, including data breaches, malware attacks, and ransomware.
If you are looking for a way to improve the security of your network, then you should consider partnering with OCM in secure network design and implementation. We can help you to design and implement a secure network that meets the specific needs of your organisation.
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A secure network isn't built on a single technology, but rather a multi-layered approach using various components working in conjunction. Here's a breakdown of essential elements:
Perimeter Security:
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Firewalls: The classic defence, filtering traffic between your network and the outside world based on predefined rules. Modern firewalls often include intrusion detection (IDS) and intrusion prevention (IPS) features.
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DMZ (Demilitarized Zone): A segmented portion of your network where you place publicly accessible servers (web, mail) for an extra layer of protection for your internal systems.
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Web Application Firewalls (WAF): Specifically protect web applications from attacks like cross-site scripting (XSS) and SQL injection.
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Endpoint Security:
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Antivirus/Antimalware: Protection on individual devices (desktops, laptops, servers) to detect and block malware.
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Managed Endpoint Detection and Response (MDR): Advanced solutions that monitor endpoint behavior for anomalies, providing faster detection and response to sophisticated threats.
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Data Encryption: Encrypting data on devices, especially laptops and mobile devices, protects it even if the device is lost or stolen.
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Network Segmentation:
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VLANs (Virtual LANs): Dividing your network into smaller, isolated segments to control traffic flow and limit the impact of breaches.
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Microsegmentation: More granular control, applying security policies down to individual workloads or even containers.
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Zero Trust: A modern approach that assumes no user or device sh
ould be trusted by default. Requires strict authentication and authorization before access is granted.
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Identity & Access Management (IAM):
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Multi-factor Authentication (MFA): Enhances security by requiring more than just a password for login (e.g., security token, biometrics).
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Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): Defines access permissions based on job function rather than individuals, adhering to the principle of least privilege.
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Password Management: Enforcing strong password policies and secure storage.
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Security Monitoring & Response:
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SIEM (Security Information & Event Management): Collects and analyzes logs from across your network for a centralized view of security events.
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Vulnerability Scanning: Proactive identification of weaknesses in your systems and software for patching.
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Penetration Testing: Simulated attacks to uncover vulnerabilities before they're exploited by real attackers.
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User Education & Policies
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Security Awareness Training: Teach employees about phishing, safe password practices, and how to spot social engineering attacks.
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Policies: Well-defined policies for acceptable use, incident response, data handling, and more are the foundation of good security posture.
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Here are some of the benefits of partnering with OCM for secure defence in depth network design and implementation:
Expertise: the expertise to design and implement a secure network that meets the specific needs of your organization.
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Experience: the experience in designing and implementing secure networks for a variety of organizations.
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Resources: the resources to design and implement a secure network, including the latest security technologies and tools.
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If you are looking for a way to improve the security of your network, then OCM can help you to design and implement a secure network. ​OCM will:
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Conduct a security assessment your network to identify any vulnerabilities.
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Design a security plan for your network that addresses the vulnerabilities identified in the security assessment.
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Implement security controls such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and data loss prevention systems, to protect your network from threats.
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Monitor your network for signs of compromise and respond to incidents quickly.
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Train your employees on security best practices to help them protect your network.
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If you are concerned about the security of your network, then you should contact OCM for a free discussion