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Reading Time: 5 minutesThis blueprint provides a comprehensive framework for preparing for, responding to, and recovering from ransomware attacks. It emphasizes cyber resilience as a strategic imperative, integrating proactive defense, swift incident response, and continuous improvement to minimize impact and ensure business continuity.
Reading Time: 3 minutesThis blueprint outlines a comprehensive strategy to transform an organization’s communications and collaboration infrastructure, fostering agility, productivity, and competitive advantage. It emphasizes a phased, user-centric, security-by-design approach, aiming for improved operational efficiency, enhanced employee experience, and measurable ROI.
Reading Time: 6 minutesStatus: Final Blueprint Author: Shahab Al Yamin Chawdhury Organization: Principal Architect & Consultant Group Research Date: March 29, 2025 Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh Version: 1.0 1. Executive Summary Ransomware has evolved into a sophisticated, multi-stage cyber threat causing significant financial, operational, Read More …
Reading Time: 6 minutesData Loss Prevention (DLP) is a crucial cybersecurity strategy designed to detect and prevent data breaches by blocking unauthorized extraction or exposure of sensitive data. It combines people, processes, and technology to identify, classify, and apply usage policies to sensitive information across endpoints, networks, and cloud platforms (data at rest, in motion, and in use).
Reading Time: 5 minutesThis blueprint guides enterprise-scale implementation of the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF). It provides a structured, risk-based methodology for managing information security and privacy risks, crucial in today’s threat landscape.
Reading Time: 4 minutesThis document outlines a blueprint for deploying a robust Single Sign-On (SSO) solution centered on Active Directory. The initiative’s primary goal is to enhance enterprise security, streamline IT operations, and significantly improve the end-user experience by unifying application access.
Reading Time: 5 minutesThe enterprise remote access market is rapidly expanding, driven by hybrid work and BYOD. It’s shifting from traditional VPNs to integrated, cloud-native solutions like SASE and ZTNA.
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe management of enterprise content has evolved from a back-office archival function into a strategic driver of digital transformation. The market has shifted from traditional, monolithic Enterprise Content Management (ECM) systems to flexible Content Services Platforms (CSPs), and now to the era of Intelligent Content Automation.
Reading Time: 3 minutes A mature PAM program is a foundational pillar of any resilient cybersecurity posture, essential for preventing credential theft and achieving regulatory compliance.
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe enterprise firewall has evolved from a perimeter gatekeeper into a distributed, strategic enforcement point for modern hybrid networks. The selection of a Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) platform is a foundational decision, dictating network architecture, operational models, and long-term security posture.
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe modern Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) has evolved from a technical manager into a strategic business leader. In an era of enterprise-wide digital transformation, the CISO’s primary mandate is to architect digital trust, enabling secure business growth while managing cyber risk.
Reading Time: 4 minutesStatus: Final Blueprint Author: Shahab Al Yamin Chawdhury Organization: Principal Architect & Consultant Group Research Date: 2 August 2025 Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh Version: 1.0 1. Executive Summary: The New Security Imperative for AI The rapid enterprise adoption of Large Language Read More …
Reading Time: 4 minutesLarge Language Models (LLMs) have created a new, dynamic, and often misunderstood attack surface for enterprises. The rapid pace of Generative AI adoption has outpaced the development of corresponding security frameworks, leading to a critical vulnerability gap.
Reading Time: 4 minutesStatus: Final Blueprint Summary Author: Shahab Al Yamin Chawdhury Organization: Principal Architect & Consultant Group Research Date: March 1, 2022 Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh Version: 1.0 Part I: Foundational Blueprint Defining the Modern Architect: Beyond the Job Description The Cybersecurity Architect Read More …
Reading Time: 3 minutesThis document provides a condensed overview of the comprehensive “Backup Planning for Your Enterprise Infrastructure” blueprint.
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe modern enterprise operates in a multi-cloud reality. However, this state is often reached “accidentally” through uncoordinated business decisions, leading to a fragmented and dangerously complex security posture.
Reading Time: 4 minutesStatus: Final Blueprint Author: Shahab Al Yamin Chawdhury Organization: Principal Architect & Consultant Group Research Date: 2024-07-27 Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh Version: 1.0 Executive Summary In the contemporary multi-cloud enterprise, the ability to grant access across distinct cloud accounts, tenants, and Read More …
Reading Time: 4 minutesStatus: Final Blueprint (Summary) Author: Shahab Al Yamin Chawdhury Organization: Principal Architect & Consultant Group Research Date: October 4, 2024 Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh Version: 1.0 (Summary) 1. Executive Summary: The Strategic Imperative for Software-Defined Resilience The function of data protection Read More …
Reading Time: 8 minutesExecutive Summary The advent of publicly available generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) represents a paradigm shift in the cybersecurity landscape. While offering immense productivity benefits, these tools have also been weaponized, providing adversaries with the means to automate, scale, and enhance Read More …
Reading Time: 4 minutesTable of Contents 1. Executive Summary Enterprises embracing two or more public clouds face unique security challenges: inconsistent controls, blind spots, and operational complexity. This report outlines a holistic architecture—spanning network fabric, resilient application platforms, identity-centric access, client-specific handling, and Read More …
Reading Time: 2 minutesImage source: Security Adoption Resources | Microsoft Learn Traditional security models that rely on a fortified perimeter are no longer enough. With the rise of remote work, cloud applications, and increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, organizations need a more dynamic and Read More …
Reading Time: 6 minutesAzure Data Lake Architecture Overview Data Sources: Ingestion Layer: Storage Layer: Processing Layer: Analytics & Serving Layer: Governance & Security: Monitoring: +——————-+ +——————-+ +——————-+ | Data Sources | —> | Ingestion Layer | —> | Storage Layer | | (Structured, Read More …
Reading Time: 7 minutesWireless Pre-Shared Key (PSK) A Pre-Shared Key (PSK) is a security mechanism used in Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) networks. It works by requiring both the wireless access point (AP) and the client device to have the same secret key before Read More …
Reading Time: 4 minutesImage Source: TokenBasedAuthentication2.png (3121×1648) Developing an authentication server is a crucial part of building secure applications. Here’s a structured approach to creating one: 1. Define Your Authentication Method: Decide whether you’ll use: 2. Choose a Tech Stack: Pick a language Read More …
Reading Time: 5 minutesImage Source: What is OAuth? (An Introduction to OAuth and OpenID) – The Genius Blog OAuth 2.0 is a widely used authorization framework that enables secure access to resources without exposing user credentials. Here’s a breakdown of its architecture, possibilities Read More …
Reading Time: 4 minutesIntroduction In an era where cybersecurity threats are growing in complexity, organizations must continually adapt their security measures to protect sensitive information. Privileged Access Management (PAM) plays a critical role in safeguarding access to high-level accounts that control systems and Read More …
Reading Time: 2 minutesHID cards, produced by HID Global, are available in various types, primarily based on their technology and functionality. Common types include proximity cards, iCLASS smart cards, and more specialized cards like Seos and Clamshell cards. Here are some key points Read More …
Reading Time: 3 minutesOrganizations face significant challenges in securing sensitive information while navigating an evolving threat landscape. Effective data security practices require a strategic approach to identify, assess, and mitigate risks. This concept paper explores key aspects of data security risks, solutions, and Read More …
Reading Time: 3 minutesBackground: with an increasing demand for reliable internet services in Bangladesh, a twenty years ofd ISP aimed to differentiate itself by providing high-quality, affordable services while ensuring efficient operations and scalability. To achieve these goals, Enterprise Architecture (EA) was implemented Read More …
Reading Time: 2 minutesHere are some common Security Operations Center (SOC) technologies that play a crucial role in detecting, analyzing, and responding to security threats: A CSOC Manages all the above networked devices insights, data collected from log shipping Remember, a well-integrated combination of these Read More …
Reading Time: 2 minutesIn the relentless landscape of cybersecurity threats, the traditional notion of a secure perimeter has become obsolete. Organizations are increasingly adopting a Zero Trust approach, redefining their Identity and Access Management (IAM) strategies to safeguard against evolving threats. This blog Read More …