Automated Vulnerability Management and Security Hardening System Implementation

The client, a large engineering and construction company, faces significant security challenges due to accumulated vulnerabilities across applications, networks, and endpoints, coupled with the need to meet Federal compliance standards. These issues threaten operational integrity and regulatory adherence.

A mid to large-sized engineering and construction firm with a focus on sustainable infrastructure, requiring enhanced cybersecurity measures and compliance.

• Achieve at least a 70% reduction in vulnerabilities within one year.
• Expand vulnerability management scope from applications to include networks and endpoints.
• Optimize security systems, including scanner configurations, to improve detection accuracy.
• Implement hardening practices, such as TLS/SSL and CIS standards, to prevent vulnerability recurrence.
• Refine patch management processes to efficiently address third-party vulnerabilities.

• Automated vulnerability scanning for applications, networks, and endpoints.
• Manual review processes for vulnerability assessment and prioritization.
• Integration of ITIL-based process improvements for vulnerability management and patching workflows.
• Implementation of system hardening practices including TLS/SSL encryption standards and CIS benchmarks.
• Enhanced security controls for detection, alerting, and reporting of vulnerabilities.

• ITSM tools for vulnerability and patch management
• Vulnerability scanning tools and security scanners
• Configuration management databases or tools
• Reporting and alerting systems

• Achieve at least 70% reduction in vulnerabilities within one year
• Ensure scanner synchronization with ITSM tools without sync issues
• Optimize patching cycle times for efficient vulnerability remediation
• Maintain high system availability and scalability to manage increasing vulnerabilities

Implementing this vulnerability management system is projected to significantly improve the client’s security posture by reducing vulnerabilities by over 70% within one year. It will enhance compliance with regulatory standards, prevent recurrence of vulnerabilities through hardening practices, and optimize patch management processes, ultimately safeguarding operational integrity and reducing security risks.