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Zero Trust Security: Reimagining Cyber Defense for Modern Organizations

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  • FNU Jimmy
FNU Jimmy
Senior Cloud Consultant, Deloitte,
Published in : International Journal of Scientific Research and Management (IJSRM) , Vol. 10 No. 04 (2022)

Submission to VIJ 2022-04-08

Keywords

  • Zero Trust Security, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Identity and Access Management (IAM), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Security Architecture, Insider Threats, Compliance.

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Abstract

In an era where cyber threats are growing in frequency and sophistication, traditional perimeter-based security models have proven inadequate for protecting modern organizational infrastructures. As digital transformation accelerates, driven by remote work, cloud adoption, and mobile device proliferation, organizations are adopting a new paradigm: Zero Trust Security. Zero Trust is a strategic approach to cybersecurity that assumes all network traffic, both external and internal, may be hostile. This model enforces strict identity verification, limited access, and continuous monitoring of every user, device, and system interaction within an organization’s network.

This paper explores the principles and architecture of Zero Trust Security, outlining its core components such as Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), micro-segmentation, Identity and Access Management (IAM), and least privilege access. By examining why organizations are shifting to this model, the paper highlights how Zero Trust addresses the limitations of conventional security approaches, including their vulnerability to insider threats and unauthorized lateral movement within networks. We discuss the benefits of implementing a Zero Trust strategy, including enhanced security, improved regulatory compliance, and the potential for significant cost savings. Additionally, we provide case studies demonstrating the successful adoption of Zero Trust in various sectors.

The paper also addresses the challenges that organizations face when transitioning to a Zero Trust framework, including integration with legacy systems and managing user experience. Finally, we propose metrics for measuring Zero Trust effectiveness and include a cost-benefit analysis comparing traditional and Zero Trust security models over a five-year period. Through this comprehensive examination, the paper emphasizes the role of Zero Trust Security as a reimagined approach for robust cyber defense in today’s complex digital environment, offering actionable insights for organizations looking to modernize their security postures.




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