Security Assessment - Aircraft Solutions

Course Project:
Security Assessment and Recommendations – Phase I & II
Aircraft Solutions

Table of Contents

Executive Summary……………………………………………………..1

Company Overview……………………………………………………..1

Hardware Vulnerability………………………………………………...2

Policy Vulnerability……………………………………………………..3

Hardware Solution………………………………………………………4

Policy Solution…………………………………………………………...5

Summary…………………………………………………………………6

Executive Summary

The purpose of this paper is to explore and assess computer security as it relates to Aircraft Solutions. Aircraft Solutions provides products and services to a range of companies that require highly specialized skills. Information is accessed by internal and external users via their Business Process Management system. Based on the information provided, two vulnerabilities have been identified. The first vulnerability lies within the network infrastructure and the lack of sufficient firewalls. The second vulnerability is driven by their security policy as it relates to the evaluation of firewall protection. Subsequently, it is suggested that the company purchase additional firewall protection for the connection between the main router, the internet and the Chula Vista location as well updating their security policy to evaluate firewalls every six months.

Company Overview

As a leader in its industry, Aircraft Solutions provides design and fabrication of component products and services for companies in the electronics, commercial, defense and aerospace industries. It is headquartered in Southern California with several locations throughout the state that were strategically placed close to intermodal hubs for ease of access. These locations house a voluminous plant, extensive equipment and a highly skilled workforce that includes design engineers, programmers, machinists and assembly workers. Ultimately, the company’s goal is provide machined products and services that would enable their customers

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