INTERFACE Portland
Presented by Kevin Heide, Director of Enterprise Networking • Cerium Networks
In the realm of cybersecurity, the Zero Trust Networking Access (ZTNA) model has emerged as a paramount strategy for safeguarding digital assets. This presentation focuses on the practical implementation of a vendor-agnostic Zero Trust approach, guided by the standards set by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).
We will explore the fundamental principles of the Zero Trust model, emphasizing its 'never trust, always verify' philosophy. This approach is critical in a landscape where traditional perimeter-based security models fall short against sophisticated cyber threats. The talk will elucidate how a vendor-agnostic ZTNA framework enhances flexibility and interoperability, allowing organizations to integrate the best solutions irrespective of vendor.
Special attention will be given to aligning ZTNA implementations with NIST's guidelines and CISA's recommendations. This alignment ensures that Zero Trust architectures are robust, compliant, and capable of mitigating a wide range of cyber threats. We will review key NIST publications, such as NIST SP 800-207, to demonstrate how they can be practically applied in crafting a Zero Trust strategy.