Course Outline
Introduction
- Physical security as the foundation for overall security
Overview of Computer Room Security and Maintenance Practices
- Data Center and Server Room Standards
- Case Study
Infrastructure Exposure Risks
- Servers
- Switches
- Routers
- Cables
- Storage
- Other devices
How Data Gets Compromised
- Capturing data traveling across network
- Sniffer software
- Plugging into a hub
- Other
Server Room Access
- Locks
- Keys
- Key codes
- Log book
Authorization
- Policies and Procedures
- Card access
- Request form
- Approvals
Electronic Access Systems
- Authentication
- Smart card
- Token
- Biometric scan
- Password expiration policies
Computer Room Layout and Design
- Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)
- Doors, windows and walls
- Electrical Systems
- Raised Floor Systems
- Server Cabinet Systems
- Cables
- Alarms
Assessing Vulnerabilities
- Evaluating the physical layout
- Taking stock of devices
- Temperature
- Traffic
- Using computer as office space
- Smoking, eating, and drinking
Surveillance
- Continuous monitoring
- Camera placement
- Motion detection
- Notification options
Hardware Management and Maintenance
- Workstations
- Rack mount servers
- Case lock down
- Portables
Backup Systems
- Disaster recovery
- Making storage devices inaccessible
Printers
- On-board memory
- Paper shredders
Communication and Teamwork
- Communicating security policy objectives
- Getting management buy-in
- Getting team member on board
Follow-up and Evaluation
- Measuring Effectiveness of Security Implementation
- Analyzing Effects Over Time
- Patching the Holes
Keeping Up to Date
- Physical Security Resources
Summary and Conclusion
Requirements
- An understanding of general network and cyber security concepts
- Experience with computer room management is helpful
Audience
- Security professionals
- Network and hardware engineers
- Technicians
- Facilities managers
- System Administrators
Testimonials
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Sharon Woodcock - KPMG LLP
Interaction between the trainer and other students. Size was about right.
Sajid Ibrahim - KPMG LLP
Trainer had very good rapport with the attendees. He used practical examples and videos to better explain the more complicated/stodgy subjects. Good use of visual aids to better enable understanding for visual learners such as myself.
KPMG LLP
The training was paced well and was very engaging. With some virtual training, it's very easy to 'switch off', however the content and presentation made the course enjoyable and interesting.
Victoria Orchard - KPMG LLP
Trainer's vast knowledge
FUJITSU TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS SP. Z O.O.
Examples provided
- Department for Communities
Depth and breadth of the course. Trainer was excellent also.
- Department for Communities
The delivery
- Department for Communities
Openess of trainer, his knowledge and especially real world examples/
Joanna Banaszewska, EY GLOBAL SERVICES (POLAND) SP Z O O
The trainer has a really good knowledge, clear English speech and explains everything in detail, draws schemes and provides documentation.
Rafal Kawalek - Joanna Banaszewska, EY GLOBAL SERVICES (POLAND) SP Z O O
He shared his experience in the industry and gave live examples and taught us even with a black board which was helpful.
Joanna Banaszewska, EY GLOBAL SERVICES (POLAND) SP Z O O
Real-life scenarios provided by trainer, like real-life implementations solutions etc.
Joanna Banaszewska, EY GLOBAL SERVICES (POLAND) SP Z O O
Materials, trainer attitude, tips and tricks shared.
Joanna Banaszewska, EY GLOBAL SERVICES (POLAND) SP Z O O
Knowledge of the trainer and the way he have delivered it. He was very interactive and kept the audience engaged.
Susmit Nath - Joanna Banaszewska, EY GLOBAL SERVICES (POLAND) SP Z O O
Sharing real world experience with the audience and real time drawing style.
Piotr Ponitka - Joanna Banaszewska, EY GLOBAL SERVICES (POLAND) SP Z O O
When Tony used examples or showed us kit or said things in his own words, he has lots to impart.
Khadija Ukadia, KPMG LLP
Trainers experience was evident and his examples from personal experience helped frame the context of the course.
Khadija Ukadia, KPMG LLP
It is well structured.