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
- A solid understanding of general network and cyber security concepts.
- Prior experience with computer room management is advantageous.
Audience
- Security professionals.
- Network and hardware engineers.
- Technicians.
- Facilities managers.
- System Administrators.
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