Chris Galaska - Enterprise Network Design - SECUREWV 14 REBOOT

While end device and application security is crucial to a good security posture for an organization, it cannot be the sole focus. Every device and application in an enterprise environment is dependent upon the network to provide the desired functions to end users and customers. Because of this, the security of the network should receive the same level of attention from administrators and security professionals. Security should be inherent throughout the design process. Furthermore, networking devices such as switches, routers, and wireless devices are also endpoints on the network and the security of these devices should not be overlooked. A security minded approach to enterprise network design can help support the overall security posture of an organization and help prevent attackers from gaining access to sensitive information. This presentation will cover device hardening best practices, network segmentation, network access control, network monitoring and management, and what to look for in selecting network performance monitoring tools.