Part 2 will cover Security Technology, Virtual Security, and MFA.

Security Technology

Only the newest proven technology will be adequate for ensuring data center security. As most of the assets of a data center are mission critical, your company will require up-to-date security measures because the threat environment is constantly evolving.

Virtual Security

Now commonplace in modern data centers, virtualization technology provides a business a digital infrastructure that replicates and supports its primary systems. In addition, virtualization allows the remote management of data center services. This technology enables increased flexibility because applications can be utilized for managing a data center’s workflows and security.

For some data centers, security is one of the services offered to business clients. Typical security features include firewalls, intrusion prevention and detection systems, and NGFWs (next-generation firewalls). A company’s IT administrator can implement security measures that control access to the resources of a data center or specific sections of the company’s network.

MFA

2FA (two-factor authentication) can assist companies in securing their data center resources. 2FA typically requires users to verify their access privileges by providing a password and a verification code sent as an SMS to a smart phone or to an email address

MFA (multi-factor authentication) automatically provides an additional layer of security since a minimum of two elements are required for validating access privileges. Even if a cybercriminal manages to pass the first authentication step, they will find it very difficult to pass the second. Typically, the time provided for a login session will either expire or a security alert will be activated if the second verification step is not accomplished.

Moreover, MFA is a robust security solution for ensuring that only authorized individuals are able to access a data center’s physical areas. Typical requirements for permitting access to a data center’s assets are listed below.

• Badge key cards that allow authorized individuals to open doors
• Check-in process that requires government-issued ID
• Facial or retina scans
• Fingerprint identification
• Physical key providing access to equipment
• Special badges for visitors

Part 3 will cover Data Center Vulnerabilities, Redundancy, and Surveillance Monitoring System

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