“The hallmark of zero trust is simplicity.”
“Zero trust should be thought of as a strategy or framework. It requires companies to rethink their philosophy and approach to trusted network users and devices. [It does not] require organizations to rip and replace existing security infrastructure—rather, it leverages existing technology to support the zero trust mindset, with new tools added as needed.”
John Kindervag, Father of Zero Trust Philosophy
HOIT offers Zero Trust Architecture
- Assessment
- Strategy Development
- Implementation of a Plan tailored to the specific needs of each client
HOIT uses the Zero Trust Maturity Model to assess each client’s security and defines a strategy and plan towards strengthening the organization’s security.
The assessment includes
- Identity
- Verifying and validating the identity of all individuals and entities accessing your organization. This involves implementing multi-factor authentication, strong passwords, and user access controls to ensure that only authorized users can access sensitive information.
- Devices
- Implementing robust device management policies, such as enforcing encryption, regularly updating software and firmware, and monitoring for any unauthorized access attempts.
- Networks
- Segmenting your network to minimize the potential impact of a breach, utilizing firewalls to filter incoming and outgoing traffic, and implementing intrusion detection systems to identify any suspicious activity.
- Applications and Workloads
- Regular vulnerability assessments, patch management to ensure software is up to date, and implementing secure coding practices to minimize the risk of exploitable vulnerabilities.
- Data
- Implementing encryption and data masking techniques, ensuring appropriate access controls and permissions, and regularly backing up your data to prevent data loss in the event of a breach.
To successfully implement a Zero Trust Architecture, partnering with HOIT is essential. HOIT understands that adopting the Zero Trust Maturity Model is just one aspect of a comprehensive security strategy. They can help you develop a clear strategy, align your mindset towards security, and provide a framework to effectively implement and manage the Zero Trust Architecture.
By embracing a Zero Trust Architecture approach and following the Zero Trust Maturity Model, you can significantly enhance the security of your organization and protect your valuable data from potential threats. Stay ahead of evolving cybersecurity challenges and ensure the trustworthiness of your data and networks.
Contact us today to set up a Zero Trust Assessment.