Course Outline

Introduction to Zero Trust

  • Evolution of security models for government
  • Limitations of traditional perimeter-based security in the public sector
  • Fundamental concepts of Zero Trust and their relevance to government operations

Zero Trust Architecture

  • Core components and principles applicable to government agencies
  • Identity and access management within a Zero Trust framework for government
  • Network segmentation and micro-segmentation strategies tailored for public sector use
  • Continuous monitoring and analytics to enhance security in government environments

Developing a Zero Trust Strategy

  • Assessing organizational readiness within the context of government operations
  • Defining security objectives and requirements specific to public sector agencies
  • Creating a roadmap for Zero Trust adoption that aligns with government workflows and governance

Planning and Implementation

  • Designing Zero Trust policies and controls that fit within existing government infrastructure
  • Integrating Zero Trust principles with current government systems and processes
  • Implementing identity verification and device authentication solutions for government use
  • Establishing least privilege access controls to ensure accountability in government operations

Software Defined Perimeter (SDP)

  • Overview of SDP concepts and their application in the public sector
  • Benefits of SDP in a Zero Trust model for enhancing government security
  • Implementing SDP solutions that meet the needs of government agencies
  • Case studies of SDP deployments within government organizations

Maintaining and Evolving Zero Trust

  • Continuous assessment and improvement processes for government agencies
  • Adapting to emerging threats and technologies in the public sector
  • Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations specific to government operations

Practical Applications and Case Studies

  • Real-world examples of Zero Trust implementations within government agencies
  • Lessons learned and best practices for effective Zero Trust deployment in the public sector
  • Hands-on lab: Designing and deploying a Zero Trust solution for government use

Summary and Next Steps

  • Review of key concepts and their application to government security
  • Additional resources for further learning in the context of government operations
  • Guidance on certification and professional development opportunities for government employees

Requirements

  • Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles for government
  • Familiarity with network architectures and security frameworks
  • No prior experience with Zero Trust required

Audience

  • IT professionals for government
  • Security architects for government
  • Network administrators for government
  • Individuals seeking to implement Zero Trust strategies within their organizations for government
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