Security Firewalls and VPN Research, Comparison and Implementation

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Mayk Ideas
St. Jacobs, Ontario, Canada
Mayk Talent
Talent Associate
(11)
3
Project
Academic experience
120 hours of work total
Learner
Canada
Advanced level

Project scope

Categories
Project management Security (cybersecurity and IT security) Information technology Networking
Skills
firewall microsoft azure virtual private networks (vpn) business requirements research
Details

What you’ll do

You will assist Mayk to research, compare, test and implement a new firewall and vpn.

Problem Definition

Our current firewall solution has limitations, and we want to increase the throughput of our VPN capabilities. We want the firewall to have the ability to pass through and split horizon multiple VPN profiles. Our current throughput is lower than what we need at an adequate security, and we want our solution to be faster without sacrificing security. Our current solution also offers no options for Azure integration. The solution should also help us with accessing client sites, because currently our VPN is routed individually. If all systems were routed through the office, we could more easily be whitelisted.

Project Objective

Recommend, test and implement an appropriate firewall and vpn upgrading our existing infrastructure.

Deliverables

Tasks for this projectinclude documentation of work performed and recommendations based on the following:

1. Business requirements

a. Define scope and selection process

b. Understand the business needs

2. Discovery

a. Understand marketplace capabilities and trends

b. Discover solution alternatives

c. Gather and prioritize feature requirements

3. Evaluate

a. Gather and prioritize metrics to support data drive comparison of vendor / product features and capabilities

b. Evaluate top vendor products and narrow field to maximum of 3

4. Selection

a. Create weighted vendor selection decision model

b. Validate key issues with deep technical assessment, trial configurations

Mentorship

Regular meetings and guidance from subject matter experts

About the company

Company
St. Jacobs, Ontario, Canada
11 - 50 employees
Marketing & advertising, Business services

We are Mayk Ideas - growth advisors and marketing creatives! Ingenuity without boundaries is at the heart of every strategy we envision and execute. We craft people-oriented, brand-building campaigns and business transformations that are intentional and value-driven. Our creative and venture acceleration services lead to measurable return on investment for the firms and brands we work with, as they are informed by data-driven strategies, good business sense, and meaningful connections. Our portfolio of clients includes professional and financial services, sports and entertainment, technology, automotive and other B2B brands. Our clients are growing and so are we!

Please note that the learner market and industry experience is important when selecting this project. Our process includes a review of the learner’s resume, learner transcript review and subsequent contract and NDA for selected candidates. We thank you for your interest!