Conducting thorough assessments of network infrastructure, including LAN (Local Area Network) and WAN (Wide Area Network) components. Reviewing network configuration settings, firewall rules, and ACLs (Access Control Lists) for security best practices and compliance. Identifying network vulnerabilities such as misconfigurations, weak authentication mechanisms, and protocol vulnerabilities.
Assessing the effectiveness of email security controls such as SPF (Sender Policy Framework), DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Mail), and DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance).Reviewing email filtering and anti-phishing mechanisms to identify potential gaps in protection against spam, malware, and phishing attacks. Conducting simulated phishing exercises to test user awareness and response to email-based threats.
Reviewing system architecture diagrams and design documentation to identify security risks and architectural weaknesses. Assessing the security implications of cloud migration strategies, containerization, and microservices architectures. Providing recommendations for security enhancements and risk mitigation measures based on industry best practices and regulatory requirements.