Securing mobile devices in the enterprise is a hot button issue in today’s IT security world. Security luminary Joel Snyder, senior partner with Arizona-based consulting firm, Opus One advice on mobility security puzzle.
Five Steps To Solving the Mobility Security Puzzle Policy by Joel Snyder
- Policy: Create a policy that covers the device life cycle, from selection to recovery.
- Data in Motion: Data In Encrypt all data over cell and WiFi networks. Use VPN clients or application layer encryption.
- Data at Rest: Data at Encrypt data stored on device. Manage cached data with 3rd party software and passwords.
- Malware Protection: Malware Protect against malware with policy (Bluetooth, downloads) and technology (anti-malware SW).
- Authentication: Require user authentication at points required for acceptable risk/aggravation.
