Aura Network Security & Audit

What is Network Security?

Many organizations are largely depending on digital platforms for data collection and storage. It is necessary for an organization to practice continuous re-evaluation of their current security systems to prevent future data breaches by cyber attacks. Many companies fail to test their network security, and as a result face a catastrophic data breach. A network security audit is a task to evaluate current network security, operating systems, and IT infrastructure.

Why do you need Network Security?

Network security assessments are important in reinforcing existing company cybersecurity protocols and protecting internal data. When a company or organization falls victim to a security breach, not only do they large amounts of money to implement their incident response plan, but their reputation with consumers is also tarnished. It’s becoming increasingly difficult for companies to fully regain customers' trust after having large-scale breaches.

How do you perform Network Security?

There are a few key steps in performing the audit

1. Identify devices and operating systems
2. Identify company security policies and regulations
3. Review IT infrastructure
4. Assess risk
5. Assess firewall security
6. Conduct penetration tests

Identifying devices and operating systems helps auditors locate endpoints and their vulnerabilities; each added system comes with cybersecurity risks, and having all systems up to date will help prevent data breaches.