Linux Information Security

Various Linux-based Open Source security poducts will meet the most demanding information security requirements. Our risk-based approach is simple, cost-effective and will fundamentally enhance overall information security, operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.

I. Network Scanning, Vulnerabilities Testing And Threats Assessment.

Network testing services are conducted on site locally in New York and New Jersey. Using Industry-recognized Open Source tools. Our approach provides a cost-effective framework for conducting security testing.and providing formatted, quantifiable and deliverable test results metrics to contracting parties. Vulnerabilities testing provides a clear picture of an organization IT security posture. It helps identify the need for newer data protection measures and/or system security configurations. Organization also conduct periodic testings as part of continuous IT risks assessment effort,or in preaparation for an audit.
The net result is the ability to make better informed and cost-effective information security investments decision along the following lines:

1. Network Firewall capable to log security-related network activities;log review and auditing help monitor and refine security
2. NIDS/NIPS (Network Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems) establish sensors that can capture and analyze network data traffic to stop threats as they materialize
3. Enterprise Spam/Virus filtering and blocking Solutions
4. Information Security Planning And Policies Implementation,Monitoring And Training
5. Wireless Security Implementation
6. Inventory And Documenting Of Information Systems Security Configuration

II. Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance Program.
The COSO Framework:
In 1992, The Committee Of Sponsoring Organization Of the Treadway commisssion defined internal control as a process through which an enterprise could achieve "effectiveness and efficiency of operations,reliability of financial reporting and compliance with applicable laws and regulations". This approach also identifies five principal components for internal control:

- risk assessment
- control environment
- control activities
- information and communication
- monitoring.

In june of 2003, the Securities and Exchanges Commission endorsed the COSO framework for implemeting
Sarbanes-Oxley Act compliance.

Establishing a managed and informed environment.

A workflow-based project management system provide the environment for implementing a broad and sustained organization-wide Sarbanes-Oxley compliance effort.Involving the proper personnel with defined roles and responsibilities across the entire enterprise architecture is a preliminary step.The workflow establishes process-related activities and tasks within a rigourous timetable.Monitoring and history are documented through version management and documentation scheme demonstrating a sustainable program. Technical information sourcing is established via an intranet system. In it procedures for calendar-based tracking/reporting activities and collaborative document editing are developed. Practical information on implementing COSO's five critical components of internal control are also included and augmented by up-to-date practices on:

- inventory of information systems, architecture, configuration, user satisfaction questionnaire
- best-known methods resources
- Information Security Program Planning And Management
- awareness and training
- Access Control
- System Software Development And Change Controls
- Application Software Development
- Segregation Of Duty
- Continuity Of Service

This model integrates updated submissions, reviews, editings and approvals of project documentation giving snapshot views of the entire IT infrastructure, its compliance activity and strategic evolution at different historical point in time. Also provide an effective tool in managing the organization's IT investment portfolio.