How to Build a Zero Trust Security Architecture with Your Technology
Today, a threat can come from anywhere on your network. To keep your network truly secure, people need to do more and more. Read on for suggestions on how to build a Zero Trust security architecture with your technology.
Secure the perimeter
The first line of defense is important, and while threats can easily come from within, it’s important to secure your network’s perimeter before new threats can break in. The best way to do this is to ensure that all unauthorized persons have been removed from the network and a new set of strong firewalls are in place. There are several firewalls to choose from, ranging from virtual firewalls to proxy firewalls. If there are already threats on the network that cannot be removed, this way you can be addressed without worrying about additional threats intruding.
Go to the cloud
The cloud is one of the most important file sharing tools you could have, but it can also pose a problem as it extends beyond the scope of your network and can be accessed from different locations that may not necessarily be secure. Because of these things, you might think that the cloud cannot be secured, but there are several hybrid cloud security solutions that you can explore to keep your cloud safe. Ideally, you want to find a solution that works best for you while implementing your current security capabilities. This allows you to increase security in the cloud without having to spend too much money.
Restrict access between departments
While it’s understandable to want to set up a system that all departments can easily access, some methods of doing so aren’t always the most secure. There are many ways to create a system that allows enterprise-wide access without sacrificing security. A popular method is to isolate each department so that other departments cannot easily access the files that each department has. This reduces the likelihood of data being compromised across the board and allows you to better isolate the incident.
For example, if a data leak occurs in one department, and all departments are isolated from each other on the network, other departments’ data is safe, and you don’t have to worry about losing everything at once, and you have a better chance of recovering the stolen data and find out who is responsible for the violation.
No guest access
Some companies allow guests to access the network, especially when they come from third-party companies to troubleshoot technical issues. However, too much guest access, especially over an extended period of time, can expose your network to further security breaches. If the violation came from a guest, it may not be possible to determine who was responsible. You can avoid such a problem by requiring that everyone have a unique user ID and password, and that they change their passwords frequently. If an employee resigns or is fired, their network access must be terminated immediately. If they need documentation from their account, it’s better to ask for it and have the files emailed to them rather than leaving them on the network because they no longer have a reason to access company data.
Rely on zero trust security
Setting up proper Zero Trust network security can seem like a daunting task, but when done right, it’s worth it. Keep this article in mind as you begin setting up this Zero Trust security architecture to reduce security breaches and keep your data as safe as possible.
