## What is Zero Trust Architecture? - **Never Trust, Always Verify** - Strict verification for every access request --- ## Foundational Principles - **Never Trust, Always Verify** - **Least Privilege Access** - **Microsegmentation** --- ## Never Trust, Always Verify - Assume threats inside and outside the network - Authenticate, authorize, and encrypt every access - Continuous verification for all users and devices --- ## Least Privilege Access - Grant minimum necessary permissions - Reduces impact of compromised accounts - Limits access to sensitive data and systems --- ## Microsegmentation - Divide network into isolated segments - Limits lateral movement of attackers - Each segment has its own security controls --- ## Architectural Strategies - **Identity and Access Management (IAM)** - **Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)** - **Continuous Monitoring and Analytics** --- ## Identity and Access Management (IAM) - Manages user identities and access - Ensures only authorized users access resources - Integrates authentication and authorization --- ## Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) - Adds extra verification layers - Combines passwords with tokens or biometrics - Enhances security against compromised credentials --- ## Continuous Monitoring and Analytics - Real-time surveillance of activities - Detects and responds to anomalies - Utilizes advanced analytics and machine learning --- ## Operational Tactics - **Endpoint Security** - **Encryption and Data Protection** --- ## Endpoint Security - Protects all devices accessing the network - Uses Antivirus, Anti-Malware - Ensures device compliance before access --- ## Encryption and Data Protection - Encrypt data at rest and in transit - Protects sensitive information from interception - Ensures data remains unreadable without keys --- ## Conclusion - **Advanced IT:** Protects against evolving cyber threats