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Explore the complexities of security in both government and private sectors. Learn about the challenges, costs, and future trends in security offerings, from risk assessments to disaster recovery. Understand the importance of policy alongside software solutions for effective security measures.
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The Reality of Security Aaron Eppert (eppertan@alumni.rose-hulman.edu) May 7, 2004
Today… • Introduction • What is security? • Differences in “Security” • Security in the Government • Security in the Private Sector • Example Security Offerings • Future • Questions?
Introduction • Who am I • Why I am here • What I ask of you…
What is security? • First and foremost: Security is hard • Security is a delicate balance between what is right and what is realistic • Security is expensive • Security is time consuming • Software is not a “silver bullet” for poor policy • Good policy is not a “silver bullet” for poor software
Security in the Government • Sensitive Information • Public Knowledge to Compartmented TS Data • Policy Laden • Lacking technology • Slow moving • Small budgets • Rely on heavily on external resources
Security in the Private Sector • Proprietary Information • Lacking in proper policy • Dependent on software • Varying budgets
Example Security Offerings • Enterprise Risk Assessments • Identity and Access Management (I&AM) • Securing Web Services • Securing the Mobile Workforce • Infrastructure Security
Example Security Offerings (cont’d) • Secure Mail and Content Management • Privacy and Compliance Assessment • Ensuring Business Continuity (Disaster Recovery) • Managed Security Services
Future… • Government mandates will be created • Worms will continue indefinitely • Mobile devices will face the same threats as desktops